What to do and see in Nagano Prefecture, Chubu: The Best Geologic Formations

May 22, 2021 Ying Subia

Nagano Prefecture (長野県, Nagano-ken) is a landlocked prefecture of Japan located in the Chūbu region on the island of Honshu. The capital is the city of Nagano. Due to the abundance of mountain ranges in this area, the land available for inhabitance is relatively limited.
Restaurants in Nagano Prefecture

1. Kise No Shidare Sakura

56 Kise Nakazawa, Komagane 399-4231 Nagano Prefecture +81 265-81-7700 [email protected] http://www.nihon-kankou.or.jp/nagano/202100/detail/20210ac2101000323
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Kise No Shidare Sakura

2. Takamine Kogen

Komoro 384-0000 Nagano Prefecture +81 267-25-2000
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Takamine Kogen

3. Nozawa Onsen Public Baths (soto-yu)

Nozawaonsen-mura, Shimotakai-gun, Nozawaonsen-mura, Shimotakai-gun Nagano Prefecture +81 269-85-3155 http://nozawakanko.jp/
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4.5 based on 139 reviews

Nozawa Onsen Public Baths (soto-yu)

In the popular Nozawa Onsen area there are 13 individual baths called "soto-yu" (public baths). The history of hot springs go back to around the 800 AD.

Reviewed By Vuelalupita

Nozawa onsen is a charming town, and the efforts by the local authorities to promote its bathing culture resulted in a cute little booklet to collect ink-free stamps! I loved the approach, and used it to visit 10 different sites in town. It was in Japanese, but had numbers so I could figure out locations. At the end, I was awarded with an original towel with design by artist Taro Okamoto, so pretty! I recommend it for other travellers they do this, it costs less than 500 yen and makes a great adventure of your visit to the town. I arrived on a snowy/rainy day, and the information office went as far as to lent me a handkerchief to wipe the stamps! I loved their care for the utmost details, very happy with all the experience.

4. Norikura Kogen

Azumi, Matsumoto 390-1520 Nagano Prefecture +81 263-93-2147 http://norikura.gr.jp/
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4.5 based on 228 reviews

Norikura Kogen

Norikura Kogen (Highland) is a large area spreading in the east of Mt. Norikura (3,026 m), which is the 10th highest mountain and one of the younger volcanoes in Japan. You can enjoy the magnificent views from Japan's highest highway (2,700m) over Mt. Norikura. There are also many viewpoints like water falls, flower gardens, and caldera lakes. Ushidome-ike is a beautiful pond, which gives you one of the best views of the mountains especially on a breathless morning or calm sunset. You can enjoy various activities like hiking, biking, jogging, birdwatching or just a peaceful walk in nature. The annual "Tenku Marathon" and "All Japan Norikura Mountain Cycling Race" are held in June and August each year. In Winter, Mt. Norikura Ski Resort is a renowned winter destination. The snow remains year round and some skiers enjoy skiing as late as August on Mt. Norikura. After walking or skiing, you can soak in Norikura Kogen Onsen (hot springs), which are famous for their white onsen water. Norikura is also famous for delicious soba noodles and other local mountain vegetables.

5. Utsukushigahara Highlands

Nagano Prefecture
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4.5 based on 105 reviews

Utsukushigahara Highlands

6. Yashimagahara Marsh

Shimosuwa-machi, Suwa-gun 393-0002 Nagano Prefecture +81 266-52-7000 https://shimosuwaonsen.jp/yashima/marsh/
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4.5 based on 68 reviews

Yashimagahara Marsh

7. Hirasawa Pass

Nobeyama, Minamimaki-mura, Minamisaku-gun 384-1305 Nagano Prefecture
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Hirasawa Pass

8. Dakesawa Wetlands

Azumi Kamikochi, Matsumoto 390-1516 Nagano Prefecture
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Dakesawa Wetlands

9. Yokokawa no Jaishi

Yokokawa, Tatsuno-machi, Kamiina-gun 399-0511 Nagano Prefecture
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Yokokawa no Jaishi

10. Shishi Rock Lookout

Nobeyama, Minamimaki-mura, Minamisaku-gun 384-1305 Nagano Prefecture
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

Shishi Rock Lookout

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