Nagano Prefecture is located in the center of mainland Honshu, Japan, the capital city is Nagano City, which was the Winter Olympics venue in 1998.

Nagano’s charm is magnificent nature!

You can delight in the breathtaking beauty of various natural landscapes created by Mother Nature throughout all seasons: cherry blossoms in spring, lush greens in summer, autumn leaves in fall, icy trees in winter, and so on.

There are many things to do in outdoor activities: Mountain Climbing, hiking in National parks, skiing, and Hot spring, visiting historical sites.

A History-Packed Castle Town Ueda

Ueda City, the third-largest city in Nagano, is renowned as a historical Castle City. Nestled in the picturesque Chikuma River Valley, it is surrounded by breathtaking mountains.

Ueda Castle, constructed by the Sanada Clan during the Sengoku period, continues to showcase its historical ruins, inviting exploration today. The castle site has transformed into a city park, providing a space where people can enjoy quality time, take leisurely walks, and participate in various seasonal, historical, and cultural events. Examples include the Cherry Blossom Festival in spring, the Fireworks Festival in summer, and many others.

Offering Onsen Spas

There are many characteristic Onsen spots around, public Onsen facilities, and private Onsen Ryokans. Onsen Ryokan means Japanese-style Inn with an Onsen bath, offering health benefits.

I frequently take Muroga Onsen Sasara-no-Yu and Bessho Onsen Isomeno-Yu. Sasarano-no-Yu is one of Muroga Onsen It improves circulation, relaxes muscles, and eliminates stress.

Bessho Onsen Ryukan