Travel in Japan
Nagano Prefecture
Ever heard of the Japanese alps? The famous snow monkeys? Kamikochi? Matsumoto Castle? Yes, there are many others too and these destination spots are all in this very wonderful prefecture.
Hakuba Village
Known for its powder snow, this village sits at the foot of the Japanese Northern Alps.
Yamanouchi Area
Home to the famous Jigokudani Snow Monkeys and the largest ski resort in Asia, Shiga Kogen.
Read some articles about our travels around Nagano Prefecture:
Winter in Nozawa Onsen
Nozawa Onsen is one of the popular ski destinations in Japan. It’s amazing how people…
Snow Monkeys in the onsen
Many tourists’ flock to the Jigokudani Monkey Park to see the world-famous snow monkeys. It’s…
Nozawa Onsen, that cute little village in Nagano
snow in nozawa Onsen?Read more about it here: Winter in Nozawa Onsen Have you heard…
Kamikochi : Exploring the hidden valley of Nagano
This place was recommended to me by a friend and at that time I wasn’t…
Matsumoto Castle, a Japanese national treasure
I’ve been to a couple of castles in Japan and one of my personal favorites…
Obuse Park: A quick spring stopover
An oasis while you travel. Driving up north from Nagano city, it’s easy to be…
