9 Nagakura Shrine Livvy Boote Near the centre of the resort town of Karuizawa in Japan's Nagano prefecture, Nagakura Shrine is a place of quiet beauty, shrouded..
Culture Zenkoji Gokaicho Robert Grey Zenkoji Gokaicho, a once in seven years event that draws crowds of people to the city.
8 World Above the Clouds Takako Sakamoto Magnificent view from Mount Kirigamine, a mysterious sea of clouds as far as the eye could see!
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..
12 Food Uzuraya Soba Restaurant Vicky Amin Warm yourself with a noodle dish, and sincere friendliness of the restaurant in Uzuray
Culture Nagano - Togakushi Day Trip Vicky Amin Make a day trip escape off the beaten track to Togakushi in Nagano, where many of Japan's authentic customs are preserved.
14 Culture Togakushi Okusha Shrine Vicky Amin Be transported by the mysterious aura of an avenue of cedar woods, and take in the serenity of Togakushi Okusha Shrine on the verge..