Historic sites in Nagano

Nagano Prefecture offers 16 heritage sites, including the Idojiri Site and Ōmuro Kofun group, for those interested in ancient Japanese history and culture. These locations provide a glimpse into the region's past.

Not sure where to start? Read our guide to the 20 best

Idojiri Site

Idojiri Site

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a well-preserved Jomon-era village with restored dwellings and unique pottery.

Ōmuro Kofun group

Ōmuro Kofun group

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore 500 ancient burial mounds, including 25 rare gassho-style stone chambers, at this Nation...

Ōmiyama ruins

Ōmiyama ruins

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a high-altitude Jomon settlement with reconstructed dwellings and ancient artifacts.

Togariishi, Yosukeone Ruins

Togariishi, Yosukeone Ruins

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore Japan's first confirmed Jomon circular village, a significant archaeological site.

Old Battlefield of Kawanakajima

Old Battlefield of Kawanakajima

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Historic battlefield park commemorating a famous samurai clash, with statues and a notable museu...

Hiraide ruins

Hiraide ruins

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore ancient Japan at this National Historic Site, featuring restored dwellings and artifacts...

Kōbōyama Kofun

Kōbōyama Kofun

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore an ancient keyhole-shaped tomb, a National Historic Site, revealing early Kofun culture...

Tochibaraiwakage ruins

Tochibaraiwakage ruins

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a Jomon-period rock shelter, a National Historic Site with ancient human remains and art...

Akyū Site

Akyū Site

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a significant Jomon period ruin featuring Japan's oldest circular stone arrangement.

Gishiki no Iwaya

Gishiki no Iwaya

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a unique kofun tomb with megalithic ceilings, nestled at the foot of Mount Ariake.

Hayashiguro Kofun Cluster

Hayashiguro Kofun Cluster

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore ancient burial mounds from the 5th century, revealing early Japanese history and artifac...

Nakasone Shinnōzuka Kofun

Nakasone Shinnōzuka Kofun

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore Nagano's largest square kofun, a 5th-century tomb with unique river stone covering.

Yamanokami Kofun

Yamanokami Kofun

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Ancient burial mound from the 5th century, revealing early Japanese burial practices.

Matsushima Ōhaka Kofun

Matsushima Ōhaka Kofun

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

See a large, ancient keyhole-shaped burial mound from the 6th century.

Himezuka Kofun

Himezuka Kofun

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Himezuka Kofun is a 4th-century keyhole-shaped burial mound, a National Historic Site worth seei...

Senryū Shōgunzuka Kofun

Senryū Shōgunzuka Kofun

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore this ancient keyhole-shaped burial mound, a National Historic Site with unique artifacts...

Shimosuwa Aozuka Kofun

Shimosuwa Aozuka Kofun

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a rare 6th-century keyhole-shaped burial mound, a designated historic site near Lake Suw...

Nankōzuka Burial Mound

Nankōzuka Burial Mound

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a rare, ancient burial mound with a unique shape and historical significance.

Komagata ruins

Komagata ruins

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore Komagata Ruins, a National Historic Site with Jomon settlement remains and artifacts.

Tobayama Cave

Tobayama Cave

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a large cave ruin in Ueda City, a National Historic Site with artifacts from many eras.

Intate stone age settlement ruins

Intate stone age settlement ruins

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore Jomon-period pit dwellings and artifacts at this large, significant archaeological site.

Fune Kofun

Fune Kofun

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore the oldest kofun in the Suwa region, a 5th-century burial mound with unique finds.

Hanishina Kofun group

Hanishina Kofun group

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore ancient keyhole-shaped burial mounds, including Nagano's largest, offering a glimpse int...

Yanagisawa Site

Yanagisawa Site

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore an archaeological site revealing continuous settlement from Jomon to early modern period...

Kōshinzuka Kofun

Kōshinzuka Kofun

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a large 5th-century keyhole-shaped burial mound with panoramic views.

Historic sites elsewhere

See everything by prefecture and type