Top 20 Best Things to Do in Nagano Prefecture
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Top 20 Best Things to Do in Nagano Prefecture

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  • Nozawa Onsen Snow Resorttop_1
    󰺂5.4
    426.33
    Nozawaonsen38.5 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoNozawa Ski Resort: Japan's Largest Ski Paradise | Dec 2025-May 2026
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    4.7/5
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    There are hot springs in many places, and you can enter them for free. They are very hot, but they feel good. The quality of the snow at the ski resorts depends on the day, but it is good, and you can enjoy long courses.

  • Matsumoto Castletop_2
    󰺂5.3
    Matsumoto49.7 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Night Attractions in Nagano Prefecture
    Highlights:
    󰋄Charming cherry blossoms & foliage
    󰋄Matsumoto panoramic view & castle
    󱨠Saved by 195 users󱨠104 positive reviews
    4.8/5
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    Very beautiful castle, especially with cherry blossom trees in full bloom

  • Kamikōchitop_3
    󰺂5.2
    Matsumoto66 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Nagano Prefecture
    Highlights:
    󱓊Rare high-altitude large plain
    󱓊Majestic mountains & stunning views
    󱨠Saved by 249 users󱨠66% positive reviews
    4.8/5
    BossMan187BossMan187

    Most beautiful valleys and rivers in Japan. I travelled many countries but this was amazing in all aspects. Superb experience. You can do it in one day but better to sleep over 1 night if hotels nearby available. I went with a bus from Nagoya a 3hrs journey 1 way.

  • Narai-juku
    4
    󰺂4.8
    Shiojiri82.7 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 4 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Nagano Prefecture
    Highlights:
    󱓊Edo architecture & seasonal beauty
    󰋄Edo buildings & historic town
    󱨠Saved by 112 users
    4.8/5
    Romi✈︎Romi✈︎

    A place where you can travel back in time to old Japan. You can feel the charm and elegance, and wherever you look is picturesque. There are not only foreign tourists, but also many Japanese tourists! It was a wonderful place where you could feel the good old culture of Japan. In Narai-juku, you can eat your way around, and I was able to try delicious dango shops, rice cracker shops, and Nagano's specialty oyaki ☺️

  • Tsugaike Kogen Ski Resort
    5
    󰺂4.7
    220.2
    Otari30.1 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    5.0/5
    YKBJYKBJ

    Tsugaike was so much better for us newbies compared to happo-one. so many more choices for beginner runs and so many more choices for food. Even have 4-20 pies!!!

  • Ryuoo Ski Park
    6
    󰺂4.7
    Yamanouchi28.2 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 8 of Ski Resorts in Nagano Prefecture
    4.7/5
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    "Ryuo Ski Park" is famous for its beautiful scenery while skiing. The highest point of the ski slope in the park reaches 1,930 meters above sea level. There are 18 ski slopes of varying difficulty, winding to 850 meters above sea level. Travelers can ski while enjoying the spectacular scenery that changes with the altitude. In addition to the beautiful scenery, there are also a variety of amusement facilities here, so adults and children can have fun. Another eye-catching point is the "SORA terrace cafe" with a superb view at an altitude of 1,770 meters. You can enjoy the ever-changing sea of ​​clouds, which is like a dream and beautiful, bringing you a perfect winter entertainment feast.

  • Tsumago-juku
    7
    󰺂4.7
    Nagiso>100 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Cherry blossoms & autumn foliage
    󱓊Well-preserved Edo-era town
    4.2/5
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    Tsumago-juku is located in Kiso County, Nagano Prefecture, central Japan. It is one of the 69 post stations on the Nakasendo Road, and is ranked 42nd from Edo (Tokyo). The Nakasendo Road is a road connecting Edo and Kyoto, and the so-called "post stations" are the post stations along the way. Tsumago-juku was once a transportation hub and was bustling, but it gradually declined due to the construction of railways in the Meiji period. In the Showa period, Japan launched a movement to protect ancient buildings, and Tsumago-juku was fortunately preserved. Today, walking in the post station, you will feel like you have returned to the Edo period.

  • Jigokudani Yaen-Koen
    8
    󰺂4.3
    Yamanouchi26.7 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Small museum showcases monkey ecology
    󱓊Monkeys & hot springs in spring
    󱨠Saved by 315 users󱨠28% positive reviews
    4.8/5
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    It's a very fun place and worth a visit. I went there with my family during Christmas in the winter of 2024. The snow scenery was beautiful, and I saw the legendary cute monkeys soaking in hot springs in the snow-capped mountains!

  • Lake Suwa
    9
    󰺂4.1
    Okaya67.5 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoYour Name Filming Location
    trip best small logoNo. 2 of Night Attractions in Nagano Prefecture
    Highlights:
    󰋄360° view of Lake Suwa
    󱓊"Your Name" filming location attraction
    󱨠43% positive reviews
    4.8/5
    小兵妞妞小兵妞妞

    It's not bad. You can go around. There are other attractions nearby, all around the lake. Nice place. There are some ski resorts around. If you are tired, you can stay in the hot spring hotel here at night. It's very comfortable.

  • Togakushi-Jinja
    10
    󰺂4.1
    Nagano13.3 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 5 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Nagano Prefecture
    Highlights:
    󱓊Mythical dance at summer festival
    󰀆5 shrines tour, 3.7 miles
    5.0/5
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    Togakushi Shrine in Nagano, Japan. I think Okusha and Mirror Pond are the most worth visiting. You can get there by buying a one-day bus pass opposite Nagano Train Station. We first went to Okusha to see the sacred trees and then went to Mirror Pond on the way. Stroll in the embrace of nature and experience the natural scenery.

What Best Things to Do are there in Nagano Prefecture?
These are all Best Things to Do in Nagano Prefecture:Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort, Matsumoto Castle, Kamikōchi, Narai-juku, Tsugaike Kogen Ski Resort
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Nagano Prefecture?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Nagano Prefecture include:Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort:4.7, Matsumoto Castle:4.8, Kamikōchi:4.8, Narai-juku:4.8, Tsugaike Kogen Ski Resort:5.0
At what locations in Nagano Prefecture can Best Things to Do in Nagano Prefecture be found?
The Best Things to Do in Nagano Prefecture are mainly located in:Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort:Nozawaonsen, Matsumoto Castle:Matsumoto, Kamikōchi:Matsumoto, Narai-juku:Shiojiri, Tsugaike Kogen Ski Resort:Otari
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