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Upcoming Nagano Events
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Matsumoto Frog Festival
Bridget YeMatsumoto's Frog Festival only happens two days every year. Make sure to catch it while it's here!
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Nagaoka Festival
Rey WatersNagaoka Festival and Fireworks a tradition since 1946 to commemorate victims of war and earthquakes.
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2Saiko-ji Temple in Nagano
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3Road Trippin' Japan (Part Three)
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4The Town That Chestnuts Made
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8Shinichi Suzuki Memorial Hall
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3Karuizawa Stone Church
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5The Venus Line, Nagano
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6Nagano - Togakushi Day Trip
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7Frog Street in Matsumoto
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10Hakuba Ski Village in Nagano
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Around Nagano
Where to eat in Nagano
Japanese
CoDow Restaurant, Karuizawa
Peter SidellIn the resort town of Karuizawa in Japan's Nagano prefecture an hour from Tokyo, CoDow serves quality food and drinks in a..
Food
Hitsuki Macrobiotic Cafe, Matsumoto
JJ WalshA celebration of basic, healthy ingredients served in delicious ways- a delight for vegans and anyone who enjoys healthy, wholesome..
Cafe
Gen Macrobiotic, Matsumoto
JJ WalshGen macrobiotic restaurant and cafe near the city art museum, friendly staff, English menu and wonderful food made without meat,..
Places to stay in Nagano
Accommodation
Phoenix Hotel, Hakuba
With its sophisticated appearance and comfortable, friendly atmosphere, Phoenix Hotel is an ideal base for getting down to some..
Ryokan
Staying at Ryokan Biyu no Yado
Adeline OngStaying in a Japanese-style hotel, or ryokan, is a unique and fun experience. If you want to try staying in a ryokan, try Ryokan..
Accommodation
Green Valley Hakuba Rental Cottages
Green Valley Hakuba is a collection of 42 self-contained cabins a mere five-minute drive from Hakuba station.
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Activity
Nagano Mountain Ramble
Arlene BastionThe mountainsides around Nagano are easily accessible from the city. They provide great walks and serendipitous moments when you..
Culture
War and Peace In Nagano
Arlene BastionA dramatic battle ground site adjacent to a peaceful, rambling park and a nonstop farmhouse walking trail.
Culture
Shinichi Suzuki Memorial Hall
Arlene BastionOne of the most famous of the contributors to Matsumoto's music heritage and fame is Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, founder of the Suzuki..