| Nagano ((ja)長野) | |
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| Information | |
| Country |  Japan |
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| Region | Chūbu |
| Regional capital | Nagano |
| Area | 13 585,22 km² |
| Population | 2 028 685 hab. () |
| Density | 149,33 inhab./km² |
| Spindle | UTC 09:00, Japan Standard Time |
| Location | |
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Nagano is a prefecture japanese, located in the region of Chūbu.
Understand
Cities
- 1 Nagano (長野) – The capital of the prefecture, and that of Japan for winter sports.
- 2 Matsumoto (松本) – One of the most beautiful castles in Japan and lots of wasabi.
- 3 Suwa (諏 訪) – Seaside resort with a large lake and access to the Yatsugatake mountain range.
- 4 Azumino (安 曇 野) (in the north of Matsumoto) – Famous for the Daiō Wasabi Farm, its views of the surrounding alpine landscape, and the incredible number of museums and galleries.
- 5 Chikuma (千 曲) – Just south of Nagano City, on the middle course of the Chikuma River, surrounded by mountains.
- 6 Komagane (駒 ヶ 根)
- 7 Okaya (岡 谷)
- 8 Ōmachi (大 町)
- 9 Shiojiri (塩 尻)
- 10 Tōmi (東 御)
- 11 Ueda (上 田)
Other destinations
- 1 Kamikōchi (上 高地) – A valley offering beautiful hikes
- 2 Hakuba (白馬) – Popular area in winter with 7 major ski resorts.
- 3 Iiyama (飯 山)
- 4 Jōshin'etsukōgen National Park (上 信 越高 原 国立 公園, Jōshin'etsu-kōgen Kokuritsu Kōen) – The 2e largest national park in Japan.
- 5 Karuizawa (軽 井 沢) – Famous hill station and a popular summer getaway.
- 6 Kiso Valley (木 曾 谷) – The picturesque villages of Magome and Tsumago.
- 7 Obuse (小 布施) – Museums, temples, chestnut confectionery, hot springs and many cultural events and festivals.
- 8 Yamanouchi (山 ノ 内) – Ryokans, a Japanese atmosphere and monkeys bathing in the snow.
To go
By train
Line Shinkansen Hokuriku (a branch of the Shikansen Jōetsu line to Niigata), connects the city of Nagano To Tokyo in about 1 h 30.
Since Nagoya, we can join the Kiso valley (for a day or more) by train and bus in 1 h 30, or Nagano in 2 h 40.
By bus
- Since Shinjuku, Tokyo – From the long-distance bus station of Shinjuku, buses leave every hour. The journey takes approximately 3 h 30 for 2900-4 800 JPY the outward journey (depending on the time and period).
- Since Matsumoto and Kōfu – A comparable bus leaves from Matsumoto and goes through Kōfu.
- Since Nagoya – Coaches pass by Matsumoto.
Circulate
To see
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- Join pilgrims praying at the Zenkō-ji temple (Nagano).
- Marvel at the magnificent Matsumoto Castle (Matsumoto).
- Walk the Nakasendō Path or visit one of its ancient stations (Shiojiri, Kiso, Nakatsugawa).
- Admire works by famous artist Katsushika Hokusai and learn about her life (Obuse).
- Hike through the low, middle and high areas of Togakushi Shrine on the mountain of the same name (Nagano).
- Watch the monkeys play and snack in their own hot springs (Yamanouchi).
Do
- Due to its many mountains, the prefecture is suitable for winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding (the 1998 Olympic Games were held there). There are also many campsites and onsens, in places that are easily accessible.
- You can go see Japanese macaques at Jigokudani Yaen-kōen, and find them very close to them. Beware, as they can be a bit aggressive! Take the limited express train from Nagano to Yudanaka, then take the bus to get there.
To buy
Eat
In culinary terms, Nagano is best known for its soba (buckwheat noodles), known as shinano soba (信 濃 そ ば) or shinshū soba (信 州 そ ば), those of Togakushi (a district of Nagano City) being considered by some to be the best in Japan. the miso (fermented bean paste), a staple of the Japanese diet, is also a famous Nagano product. Among the typical foods of the region are the oyaki, small grilled meatballs filled with vegetables or meat. In the field of the unusual, you can try the basashi (horse meat) andinago (grasshoppers).
The apples are one of Nagano's special products. They are sweet and juicy. The yield of Nagano apples is the second highest in Japan.
Have a drink / Go out
Housing
Around
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