Things to do in Nagano

Nagano Prefecture offers a diverse array of attractions, from the Karuizawa Oiwakejuku Museum of Local History to the peaceful Komyo-ji Temple. Visitors can explore a rich mix of temples, museums, and shrines.

Mount Oteshō

Mount Oteshō

NAGANO · PLACE

The highest peak of the Jonen Mountains offers 360-degree alpine views and rare wildlife within...

Ōmuro Kofun group

Ōmuro Kofun group

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

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

Omiya-atsuta Shrine

Omiya-atsuta Shrine

NAGANO · SHRINE

Omiya-atsuta Shrine is a historic site in Matsumoto with important cultural properties and a mas...

Daihō-ji Temple

Daihō-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

This Soto Zen temple, founded in 1658, preserves the mausoleum of a historical figure.

Mount Ōkawairi

Mount Ōkawairi

NAGANO · PLACE

A 1,908-meter peak in the Kiso Mountains offering subalpine scenery and views as one of the 100...

Omike Shrine

Omike Shrine

NAGANO · SHRINE

Omike Shrine: a historic site dedicated to ancient deities, featuring unique cultural properties...

Mount Ōdanairi

Mount Ōdanairi

NAGANO · PLACE

A 2,375-meter peak in the Kiso Mountain Range known for its distinct shape and coniferous forest...

Taishō-ike

Taishō-ike

NAGANO · PLACE

A scenic mountain pond formed by a 1915 volcanic eruption, featuring standing dead trees and vie...

Daihō-ji Temple

Daihō-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Daihō-ji Temple: a historic Tendai temple with a National Treasure pagoda, worth an hour's visit...

Ōmiyama ruins

Ōmiyama ruins

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

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

Mount Ōtaki

Mount Ōtaki

NAGANO · PLACE

A 2,616-meter peak in Chubu Sangaku National Park offering a mountain hut and historical trails...

Omachi Alpine Museum

Omachi Alpine Museum

NAGANO · MUSEUM

Japan's first mountain-themed museum, with unique alpine wildlife and climbing history exhibits.

Ōmachi Onsenkyō

Ōmachi Onsenkyō

NAGANO · ATTRACTION

Ōmachi Onsenkyō is a hot spring village, a gateway to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route.

Daiei-ji Temple

Daiei-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Explore Daiei-ji Temple, a historic Jodo-shu Buddhist temple and the mausoleum of Komatsu-hime.

Tenryūkyō Onsen

Tenryūkyō Onsen

NAGANO · PLACE

A scenic hot spring resort in Nagano featuring radon waters, river boat tours, and views of the...

Tenryū-kyō

Tenryū-kyō

NAGANO · PLACE

A scenic river gorge in Nagano featuring unique rock formations, hot springs, and traditional bo...

Mount Okusangai

Mount Okusangai

NAGANO · PLACE

A 1,811-meter peak in the Atera Mountains featuring a virgin forest, alpine plants, and a three-...

Mount Oku-Nenjō

Mount Oku-Nenjō

NAGANO · PLACE

A remote 2,303-meter peak in the Kiso Mountains offering a rugged wilderness experience for expe...

Mount Okuchausu

Mount Okuchausu

NAGANO · PLACE

A 2,474-meter peak in the Akaishi Mountains recognized as one of Japan's 300 Famous Mountains fo...

Tsumashina Shrine

Tsumashina Shrine

NAGANO · SHRINE

Ancient guardian shrine of Zenkoji Temple, a peaceful stop for history and architecture.

Tsumago Castle

Tsumago Castle

NAGANO · CASTLE

Tsumago Castle was a mountain fortress with a strategic location, notable for its defensive feat...

Mount Moriya

Mount Moriya

NAGANO · PLACE

A 1,651-meter mountain in Nagano offering panoramic Alps views and housing the historic inner sa...

Moritano Shrine

Moritano Shrine

NAGANO · SHRINE

Moritano Shrine: a historic Nagano City shrine with unique architecture and multiple enshrined d...

Mount Anpeiji

Mount Anpeiji

NAGANO · PLACE

A 2,363-meter peak in the Kiso Mountains of Nagano, recognized as one of Japan's 200 Famous Moun...

Chihiro Art Museum Azumino

Chihiro Art Museum Azumino

NAGANO · MUSEUM

The world's largest picture book museum, dedicated to Chihiro Iwasaki and other artists.

Azumino Jansem Museum

Azumino Jansem Museum

NAGANO · MUSEUM

The world's first museum dedicated to Jan Jansem, showcasing his art in a unique building.

Hotaka Local Museum

Hotaka Local Museum

NAGANO · MUSEUM

Explore local history and folk culture, from ancient tools to traditional crafts, at this museum...

Azumino Art Museum

Azumino Art Museum

NAGANO · MUSEUM

This museum showcases local art and a beautiful rose garden, easily accessible from Toyoshina St...

An'yo-ji Temple

An'yo-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

An'yo-ji Temple: a historic Jodo Shinshu temple with ancient trees, easily accessible from Matsu...

Jōshō-ji Temple

Jōshō-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Jōshō-ji Temple is a historic Rinzai Zen temple with important cultural properties.

Mount Hōken

Mount Hōken

NAGANO · PLACE

A 2,931-meter peak in the Kiso Mountains featuring a dramatic rocky summit and rare alpine flora...

Kankei-ji Temple

Kankei-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Kankei-ji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple next to Zenko-ji, founded in 1180.

Nezame-no-toko

Nezame-no-toko

NAGANO · PLACE

A National Scenic Spot featuring dramatic granite formations and a small shrine associated with...

Sensho-ji Temple

Sensho-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Sensho-ji Temple is a historic Buddhist site with notable architecture and enshrined deities.

Mount Shōgigashira

Mount Shōgigashira

NAGANO · PLACE

A 2,730-meter peak in the Kiso Mountains known for its shogi-piece shape, alpine flowers, and hi...

Petit Museum Karuizawa Kusabanakan

Petit Museum Karuizawa Kusabanakan

NAGANO · MUSEUM

This private museum showcases botanical drawings by Koichi Ishikawa, a unique artistic focus wor...

Mount Iō

Mount Iō

NAGANO · PLACE

A remote 2,553-meter peak in the Hida Mountains known for its colorful granite ridge and nearby...

Koumi-machi Kōgen Museum of Art

Koumi-machi Kōgen Museum of Art

NAGANO · MUSEUM

A contemporary art museum designed by Tadao Ando, offering mountain views and unique collections...

Mount Kohide

Mount Kohide

NAGANO · PLACE

The highest peak of the Atera Mountains offering a gentle summit plateau and emergency shelter f...

Kosuge Shrine, Iiyama

Kosuge Shrine, Iiyama

NAGANO · SHRINE

Kosuge Shrine is a historic Shugendo site with ancient cedars and an important main hall.

Mount Korenge

Mount Korenge

NAGANO · PLACE

The highest peak in Niigata Prefecture, offering a scenic ridge hike with historic artifacts and...

Koyama Keizo Museum of Art

Koyama Keizo Museum of Art

NAGANO · MUSEUM

A museum in Komoro City dedicated to Western-style painter Keizo Koyama, featuring his art and a...

Komoro City Zoo

Komoro City Zoo

Japan's fifth oldest zoo, renovated with new exhibits, located within historic castle ruins.

Komoro Gijuku School Memorial Museum

Komoro Gijuku School Memorial Museum

NAGANO · MUSEUM

Explore a museum dedicated to a historic Christian-based private school, a short walk from Komor...

Memorial Hall of Tōson

Memorial Hall of Tōson

NAGANO · MUSEUM

Literary museum honoring Shimazaki Tōson, worth visiting for his works and statues.

Otari Onsen

Otari Onsen

NAGANO · PLACE

A historic hot spring resort in a national park featuring sodium bicarbonate waters and register...

Togariishi, Yosukeone Ruins

Togariishi, Yosukeone Ruins

NAGANO · HISTORIC SITE

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

Mount Odaka

Mount Odaka

NAGANO · PLACE

A 2,212-meter peak in Nagano offering a ridge hike with views of the Southern Alps mountain rang...

Musée Ando à Karuizawa

Musée Ando à Karuizawa

NAGANO · MUSEUM

This museum in Karuizawa showcases 180 works by Tsuguharu Foujita, from early pieces to religiou...

Yamabe Castle

Yamabe Castle

NAGANO · CASTLE

Explore Yamabe Castle ruins, a mountaintop fortress with stone walls and historical significance...

Yamada Onsen

Yamada Onsen

NAGANO · PLACE

An 800-year-old hot spring resort in Nagano featuring mineral-rich waters and a historic central...

Ganshō-in Temple

Ganshō-in Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Ganshō-in Temple: a historic Zen temple housing a famous Hokusai ceiling painting.

Ganden-ji Temple

Ganden-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Gandai-ji is a historic Tendai temple with important statues, once supported by Takeda Shingen.

Mount Iwasuge

Mount Iwasuge

NAGANO · PLACE

A 2,295-meter andesite peak in the Shiga Highlands offering an 18.5-kilometer hiking course thro...

Mount Minenomatsume

Mount Minenomatsume

NAGANO · PLACE

A 2,568-meter peak in the Yatsugatake Mountains offering a quiet forest hike through a protected...

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...

Okaya Silk Museum

Okaya Silk Museum

NAGANO · MUSEUM

Explore Japan's silk industry history and see live silk reeling at this unique museum.

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...

Tokuon-ji Temple

Tokuon-ji Temple

NAGANO · TEMPLE

Tokuon-ji Temple is a historic Rinzai temple founded in 1166, dedicated to Kiso Yoshinaka.

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