Culture Capybara Onsen at Suzaka City Zoo 2025-2026 Early Nov - Late Feb The Suzaka City Zoo in Nagano Prefecture is currently hosting a capybara hot spring event until April 25th, where visitors can appreciate..
Culture Blades of Shinanomachi Nathan Eden I visited a knife and blade maker in Shinanomachi to see how he forges his traditional craft's products. It was both fascinating..
Accommodation The Bathhouses of Shibu Onsen Linka Wade Shibu Onsen in Nagano Prefecture is a lovely onsen town in a gorgeous natural area. But it also has something more to offer - 9..
Activities Azumino Park Illuminations 2025-2026 Early Nov - Mid Jan From early November until early January, Nagano's Alps Azumino National Government Park will host their annual illumination..
Accommodation Glamping Workations at Hakuba's Mominoki Hotel Kim Bergström May 15, 2021 Hakuba's Mominoki Hotel has managed to combine all the fun of a glamping experience with the connectivity needed for work.
Activities Garyu Park Sakura Festival Kim Bergström If you're after an ultra-picturesque cherry blossom spot, look no further than Nagano's Garyu Park. It was selected as one..
Accommodation Yamaura Stay Nannini Cristina Perched in the foothills of the Yatsugatake Mountains in Nagano is Yamaura, a lovely rural area that looks straight of an old Japanese..
Activities The Top Four Snowy Slopes of Nagano, Niigata Featured If you're in Japan for winter sports, look no farther than Nagano. These are the must-go spots for snow sports!