Take a day trip from Tokyo to this mountain resort town that is beautiful year-round.
Karuizawa, Nagano is our favorite mountain resort getaway, and it`s only a 1 hr Shinkansen ride from Tokyo. Step off the train, take in the gorgeous mountain views, and enjoy the numerous activities Karuizawa has to offer from outdoor sports, onsens, shopping, play areas, food and more.
Winter in Kiso Valley can get quite cold, but make the most of it by trying some unique Winter activities like Ice Fishing for Smelt in Nagano.
Create the perfect getaway with these Kiso Valley day trip ideas. Forests, ancient trails and kayaking, deep in the Nagano mountains.
Our family trip to Hakuba was a great one month stay. Over the one month we were able to visit all the resorts, neighborhoods and more.
Hakuba Valley in Nagano Prefecture is home to 10 world-class snow resorts – and can also be your home away from the office this winter.
Free hot springs, historic shrines, handicrafts and local produce; there are plenty of great things to do in Nozawa Onsen village!
The Nozawa Onsen Stamp Trail is the perfect way to explore this charming mountainous onsen village—with a prize at the end, no less!
Check out Nozawa Onsen’s free onsen! This mountainous village has 13 communal hot springs, or soto-yu, for locals and tourists to enjoy.
A dark sky and special tours have turned this quiet alpine town into Japan’s most popular stargazing spot
Catch the heavenly night skies over the Southern Alps in Nagano Prefecture.
