19 Matsumoto Castle in Winter Jessica A Paje Matsumoto Castle in Winter. Snowfall at the castle in mid-February and a quick tour inside!
Nagano Lantern Festival 2026 Early - Mid Feb Nagano Lantern Festival, a week of lanterns on display along the road to Zenkoji, finished off with Zenkoji itself lit up in brilliant..
8 Bonsai Chrysanthemum Display Mandy Bartok If you're visiting Matsumoto Castle this autumn, be sure to check out the display of bonsai chrysanthemums on the north side..
8 Culture Autumn at Komoro Castle Ruins Mandy Bartok The Komoro Castle Ruins near Ueda in Nagano prefecture boast beautiful fall foliage from late October to early November.
Activities Sumo Roadshows in Nagano Akira Matsuo Sumo roadshows were held on Matsumoto and Nagano on October 14th and 16th.
Shopping Yagasaki Park, Karuizawa Jasper Wilkins Karuizawa is a great area to visit for not only shopping but hiking and sight seeing. Visit Yagasaki park to relax.
Activities Picchio's Nature Watching Tour Livvy Boote In Karuizawa in Japan's Nagano prefecture, Picchio is an award-winning wildlife research and eco-tour centre, a beautiful retreat..