Zenkoji Temple
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A representative tourist spot in Shinshu
Zenkoji Temple, which is said to have been built about 1,400 years ago, is famous for being a temple that promises paradise to all people, regardless of their sect or sect, and has the Amida Buddha as its principal image.
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15 minutes by bus from JR Nagano Station
Jigokudani Monkey Park
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Japanese macaques (snow monkeys) bathing in a hot spring
The only monkeys in the world that bathe in hot springs. You can observe the fascinating behavior of Japanese macaques up close.
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Nagano Electric Railway Express 45 minutes - bus 15 minutes - walk approx. 30 minutes
Togakushi Shrine
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One of Japan's most powerful spots
Togakushi Shrine is located at the foot of the sacred Mt. Togakushi and consists of five shrines - Okusha, Nakasha, Hokosha, Kuzuryusha, and Hinomikosha - and has a history spanning more than 2,000 years since its founding.
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60 minutes by bus from JR Nagano Station
Togakushi Ski Resort
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19 diverse courses and spectacular views
There are 19 courses that can be enjoyed by a wide range of customers, from small children trying skiing for the first time to experts competing in competitions.
The view of the Togakushi mountain range from the summit is breathtaking.
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60 minutes by bus from JR Nagano Station
Goto Keita Future Creation Center
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Aoki Village's forefather, Goto Keita, was a businessman who built the foundation of the Tokyu Group, and also an educator who devoted himself to nurturing the next generation. Although he left his hometown at a young age and pursued a wide range of careers, he maintained a connection to his hometown, Shinshu, throughout his life.
The Goto Keita Future Creation Hall is a facility located in Aoki Village, the hometown of Goto Keita, that looks back on his great achievements and connects the aspirations of this ancestor who made his mark from a small mountain village into the business world to people living in the future.
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3270-3 Tazawa, Aoki Village, Ogata County Nagano, 386-1601
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9:00am - 5:00pm (last entry 4:30pm)
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Every Monday, the day after a public holiday, and the New Year holidays (if a public holiday falls on a Monday, the museum will be closed the following Tuesday.)
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free
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Please use the parking lots at Aoki Village Library and Aoki Village Cultural Center.
Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort (Mountain Harbor)
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A wonderful observation terrace with a cafe was completed near the summit of Hakuba Iwatake in the fall of 2018. You can relax at the cafe while taking in the spectacular view, or enjoy a walk in the surrounding forest.
*Dogs are allowed on the gondola. Let them play in the dog run near the summit.
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Car or express bus (departing from Nagano Station East Exit)
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Car: Approx. 1 hour 10 minutes
Express bus (departing from Nagano Station East Exit) Approx. 1 hour 20 minutes- ※
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12056 Hokujo, Hakuba Village, Kitaazumi District, Nagano 399-9301
Obuse
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A town of chestnuts, art museums and gourmet food
Obuse is a town located in the northern part Nagano.
Surrounded by rivers and mountains on all sides, the area is a major producer of apples, grapes, chestnuts, and other crops.
The "landscape restoration" project, which has been a long-term effort, extends to the visible buildings, stores, tree plantings, rural scenery, and alleys.
It is a town of historic culture in harmony with its abundant nature.
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Nagano Electric Railway Nagano Station to Obuse Station Approx. 35 minutes
Nagano Prefectural Art Museum
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Promoting modern and contemporary art
It is located within Shiroyama Park on the east side of Zenkoji Temple.
It consists of the Main Building, which mainly houses works by local artists and local landscape paintings, and the Higashiyama Kaii Museum, which houses works by Japanese painter Higashiyama Kaii, who enjoyed painting the landscapes of Nagano.
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[Bus] 1⃣From JR Nagano Station Zenkoji Exit bus stop ①, take the Alpico Kotsu bus bound for Uki via Zenkoji,
Wakatsuki Tojo via Zenkoji and Wakatsuki Danchi, Wakatsuki Tojo via Zenkoji and Saijo
Get off at "Zenkoji Kita" (Approximately 15 minutes) and then walk for another 3 minutes
2⃣Take the "Binzuru" bus bound for Zenkoji from JR Nagano Station Zenkoji Exit bus stop ①.
Get off at "Zenkoji Daimon" (approximately 13 minutes), walk along Omotesando towards the Zenkoji Main Hall,
Turn right from the main hall and walk for about 10 minutes to Shiroyama Park.
On weekends and holidays, get off at "Shiroyama Koen-mae."
[Train] Get off at Nagano Electric Railway "Zenkojishita Station" and walk for about 15 minutes to Shiroyama Park
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