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Articles about 「Nagano」「Tourist Attractions」「Nature」

  • Located on the border between Nagano and Gunma prefectures, at an altitude of 13,00 m above sea level, is the unexplored "Onishidashien ". Located in Joshinetsu Kogen National Park, which was created by the 1783 eruption of Mt. Asama, this push-out garden is one of the few facilities in Japan where visitors can walk right next to lava. The high elevation makes for a relatively cool walk even in summer. Enjoy a great walk and feel the power of untouched nature!

    2024-01-05

  • Nagano Prefecture reminds us of its magnificent nature and clean, clear water. In the case of Nagano Prefecture, the main characteristic of the installation spots is that everything is in harmony with the beautiful nature, not just man-made objects. Karuizawa, a popular summer resort, is lined with fashionable and cute stores, but at the same time, you can enjoy the beauty of the trees and the flowing river space. In addition, we will introduce four carefully selected Instagram-worthy spots where man-made objects and nature are well mixed, such as the spectacular sea of clouds and Matsumoto Castle with the Northern Alps in the borrowed scenery. These are all spots where you can enjoy the blessed nature of Nagano together with fashionable and photogenic buildings.

    2023-12-20 Management office

  • A spot on the border between Gunma and Nagano Prefectures with spectacular views. "Old Usui Pass ". This article introduces the observation park at an altitude of 1,200 meters, which offers such a wonderful view, and the surrounding tourist attractions. Karuizawa, a summer resort and at an altitude of 1,200 meters, is a refreshing place to visit even in summer. It is highly recommended when you want a change of scenery and want to enjoy the autumn leaves! There is also the "red bus "that runs from Kyukaruizawa to the gazebo, so why don't you enjoy the autumn nature while enjoying the scenery?

    2023-11-10

  • The Karuizawa area is popular as a vacation home and has an attractive, upscale atmosphere. It is also noted as a "summer resort "for cool air in the summer. Why was Karuizawa chosen as a summer resort in the first place? Some of you may be wondering why Karuizawa was chosen as a summer resort in the first place. The reason Karuizawa is cool, in fact, is said to be due to its high altitude. Studies have shown that for every 100 meters of elevation gain, the temperature drops by 0.6 degrees Celsius. The elevation of Karuizawa is about 1000 meters. And Tokyo's elevation is about 40 meters. It is shocking to see such a difference in elevation. Why not escape the scorching heat of Tokyo and spend an elegant moment in Karuizawa? This article introduces some of the most attractive tourist spots in the Karuizawa area. The author, who has been visiting Karuizawa every year for nearly 15 years, has carefully selected "the must-visit "spots for your first visit to Karuizawa! Please refer to this article to plan your Karuizawa sightseeing tour.

    2023-10-26

  • With the weather getting warmer across the country, it is the time of year to get outside. This spring, why don't you go out into nature where flowers are blooming and the air is dazzlingly green, where you can take a stroll in an hour or two, or take a ropeway to feel the great outdoors. Even inexperienced climbers can easily get close to nature. Here are 10 hiking courses in spring in Japan.

    2023-05-10

  • In this article, we will introduce six carefully selected places where you can experience the natural beauty of Nagano Prefecture no matter what time of year you visit: spring, summer, fall, or winter. We hope you will find them useful in planning your trip.

    2022-08-26 Management office

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