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[Nagano ]Sightseeing spots tour! Kamikochi, Nakamachi-dori, and metal fittings shop, Nagano Golden Course

[Nagano ]Sightseeing spots tour! Kamikochi, Nakamachi-dori, and metal fittings shop, Nagano Golden Course
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2022-05-20 Management office

For greedy girls who want to enjoy the beautiful nature unique to Nagano Prefecture, spend some time wandering around the cute sundries and souvenir shops, and check out the historical buildings that can only be seen in Nagano Prefecture, we have carefully selected three spots that are the key points of the golden course as sightseeing spots in Nagano Prefecture. We have carefully selected three spots that are the key points of the golden course of sightseeing attractions in Nagano Prefecture. These spots look great for taking memorable photos of your trip to Nagano, so you may be able to take amazing photos that will surprise people on SNS just by sightseeing.
We will introduce in detail some of the best spots where you can stretch out and enjoy the charms of Nagano.
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Table of Contents

  1. 1.
    Upper Highlands
  3. 2.
    Nakamachi Street
  5. 3.
    Historical Hotel Kanaguya

Upper Highlands

"Special Places of Scenic Beauty "and "Special Natural Monuments "

Kamikochi, which is visited by 1.2 million people annually, is 1,500 meters above sea level and is a popular summer getaway. "It has two titles of special scenic beauty "and "special natural monument ". It is good for serious mountain climbing and a wonderful environment for strolling to see pretty animals such as ocotillos, butterflies, wild birds, seasonal flowers and wildflowers. Environmental protection is also taken into consideration, and vehicular access is prohibited throughout the year. The park takes thorough measures to protect its rich natural environment, including the use of eco-friendly shuttle buses to reduce pollution as much as possible.



The mountains spread out change their expressions with the seasons, and are picturesque no matter where you face or what you photograph. Simply by photographing nature as it is, you can preserve your own memories of your trip with inspiring and beautiful photos.

A flowing view of the Azusa River



A typical course is a three-hour round trip from "Taisho Pond "to "Kappa Bridge ". If you start in the morning, you can be back by noon. There are two courses: "Azusa River Course "where you can walk while enjoying the beautiful stream of Azusa River, and "Forest Course "where you can walk while taking a forest bath among the trees.
You can choose the best course depending on the season, such as a quiet and beautiful riverside walk in the fall and winter, or a forest bathing course in the spring and summer when the greenery is beautiful. Along the Azusa River, you can admire the beautiful flow of the river and the mountains spreading out.

Birds, butterflies and animals





The beautiful yellow-colored bird is called "Yellow-throated Flycatcher ". You can also see many other lovely wild birds in Kamikochi, such as the blue "Ruribidaki ". Also, more than 60 species of butterflies have been confirmed in Kamikochi, and one of the main attractions is that you can discover beautiful and rare butterflies that you would not normally be able to see. Other animals, such as two-spotted squirrels and cockatoos, also live comfortably here, and you can sometimes see badgers and foxes on a walk.

Cafe' do Koisyo



"Myojin Pond "is about a minute's walk from "Ryoso Yama no Hidaya "where you can enjoy seasonal fruit sweets "Cafe de Coichot ". If you are tired of walking, you can take a break and enjoy shortcakes made from Azumino's "Horigane melon ". If you take a seat by the window and enjoy the beautiful nature of Kamikochi, wild birds, butterflies, and animals sometimes come to visit.

"Facility Information "
Facility Name：Kamikochi
Address: Azumi-Kamikochi, Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, 390-1516, Japan
Tel: 0263-95-2433 *Opening period: Late April - November 15 (open all year round, closed during winter)
Inquiries are accepted from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Budget: Free
　Cafe' do Koisyo
　Hours of operation: 7:30 - 15:00
　Phone number: 0263-95-2211
　Calculation: \500～

Space and facilities: Special scenic spot, special natural monument
URL： https://www.kamikochi.or.jp/
https://www.instagram.com/japan_alps_kamikochi/?hl=ja

Cafe: https://cafedokoisyo.stores.jp/
https://www.instagram.com/cafedokoisyo/?hl=ja



Nakamachi Street

City of warehouses

Matsumoto City in Nagano Prefecture has a castle town with a history spanning more than 400 years around "the national treasure Matsumoto Castle ". Among them, "Nakamachi-dori "along Zenkoji-kaido Road is a street where many warehouse-style buildings built between the Edo and Taisho periods still remain. The street was once home to kimono wholesalers and sake breweries, but today it is lined with fashionable cafes and souvenir shops that use warehouses, making it a popular historical landmark as well as a casual sightseeing spot.



The reason for the birth of the kura-zukuri town was due to frequent large fires. At the end of the Edo period and during the Meiji period (1868-1912), major fires occurred many times, destroying major facilities and town houses. The wisdom of merchants and townspeople led to the construction of storehouse buildings, and many of these storehouses and other valuable structures still remain today. Many traditional Matsumoto crafts and folk art are sold here, making it a perfect place for a first trip to Nagano.



Nakamachi Kura-no-Kaikan (Nakamachi Kura-Shikkan)

With three warehouses surrounding a courtyard and an additional plaza with a pump well "Kura Chic Kan ", visitors can fully appreciate the beautiful interior architecture of the warehouses. This is a lively spot where events such as theatrical performances, yose, concerts, and fortune-telling are held, and various artists exhibit and sell their illustrations and accessories. Various events are held for limited periods, and there are accessories and other items that can only be purchased at that time, so you may find a bargain if you stop by.





"Cafe time at Nakamachi, Kurashikan SABO (tea house) "

Inside a 140-year-old warehouse built in the Meiji era (1868-1912), there are crafts and folk artifacts related to Matsumoto City, as well as a cafe where visitors can enjoy sweets such as kintsuba and cakes from Nakamachi's confectionery shop.
"At Nakamachi Kurashikan SABO (Tea House) ", you can enjoy a relaxing café time while gazing at the carefully maintained Japanese garden. "Light meals such as beef curry "are also available, so you will be satisfied even if you visit at lunch time.



Japan's Shortest Morning Market

Also, "morning market "is held on Saturdays from April to December on Nakamachi Street, where nearby farmers sell seasonal flowers, fruits, vegetables, and mushrooms. The quality and inexpensive morning market opens at 9:30 a.m. Some stores sell out as soon as they start, and it is also called "the shortest morning market in Japan ".

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Nakamachi Dori
Address: 3-2-14 Chuo, Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, 390-0811
Telephone number: Nakamachi Shopping Street Shinsei Combination: 0263-36-1421
Inquiry reception hours: 9:00-17:30
Budget: Free
　Nakamachi Kura-no-Kaikan (Nakamachi Kura-Shikkan)
　Address: 2-9-15 Chuo, Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, 390-0811
　Phone number: 0263-36-3053
　Business hours: 9:00-17:00
　Budget: ≒580～ (coffee shop)

Spaces and facilities: historical building, storehouse, cafe
URL： https://nakamachi.org/
http://nakamachi-street.com/kurassickan/

Cafe: http://nakamachi-street.com/kurassickan/cafe
https://twitter.com/kurasabo


Historical Hotel Kanaguya

"Also rumored to be the model for Spirited Away "

Located about 10 minutes by Nagaden bus from Yudanaka Station on the Nagano Electric Railway line "Shibu Onsen "or a 2-minute walk from "Wago Bridge ", "Historic Inn Kanaguya "is an inn that is rumored to be the model for Ghibli's "Spirited Away ". "Buildings that are said to be models for Aburaya "exist in Taiwan and other parts of the world, but this inn is also "designated as a National Tangible Cultural Property "and offers atmospheric architecture of the early Showa period.



Two "National Registered Tangible Cultural Properties "

The exterior of the inn alone will allow you to appreciate the wonderful architecture, but if you are wondering where to stay in Nagano, staying at this inn will allow you to take a closer look at two National Tangible Cultural Properties: "Four-story wooden building, 斉月楼 "and "Kanaguya Great Hall ". The inn also offers evening tours of the history and architecture of the building, allowing you to enjoy the enchanting and beautiful architecture while listening to detailed explanations.



All rooms have different designs



All 29 rooms have different designs, and all remain as they were made by palace carpenters and other craftsmen of the time. Each room was built in a different period, so you can enjoy choosing your favorite room when you make a reservation. Trends from the Meiji period to the Showa period can be seen everywhere, and you can enjoy the detailed architectural beauty in every corner of the rooms.

Shibu Onsen, a hot spring with free-flowing hot-spring water

At this inn, you can enjoy Shibu hot spring water from the source in as many as eight bathtubs, and enjoy high-quality natural hot spring water in the large baths and open-air baths. "The baths are tastefully designed, and you can also see beautiful stained glass windows featuring the motif of "the Black Dragon of Onuma Pond "a folk tale from Nagano Prefecture that has also been broadcast in the TV animation Manga Nihon Mukashi Banashi ".





Unfortunately, the inn is not open for day-trip bathing or drop-in baths, and only guests are allowed to enter the precious hot springs. If you visit Nagano, you must see this inn with its wonderful architecture at least once.

"Ryokan Information "
Ryokan Name: Historical Hotel Kanaguya
Address: 2202 Hiraiyasu, Yamanouchi-cho, Shimotakai-gun, Nagano, 381-0401, Japan
Phone number: 0269-33-3131
Stay: Check-in 15:00 Check-out 10:00
Price: ¥16,000～ (2 persons in 1 room)
Space and facilities: National tangible cultural property, large bath, open-air bath, 8 baths in total,
URL： http://www.kanaguya.com/
https://www.instagram.com/kanaguya/?hl=ja


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