Introducing a new shop that accepts the Zenkoji Omotesando Walk-and-Eat Ticket ✨ "CHAYADO Hyaku-hachi" @cha_yado_momoya From April 1st, the Zenkoji Omotesando Walk-and-Eat Ticket can be used here. This is a matcha café attached to a guesthouse, newly opened by the popular sweets shop centotto gelato, known in Shinanomachi and Nagano station. Soft light through wooden latticework and a quietly composed space that values empty space let you enjoy a peaceful time. 【Phone】026-217-2608 【Hours】9:00–18:30 (last order 18:00) 【Closed】None 【Parking】None Zenkoji Omotesando Walk-and-Eat Ticket Eligible Item (from April 1) "Affogato" 750 yen → effectively 650 yen with ticket *Choose one of the three types below* Matcha Espresso Affogato Milk Matcha Affogato Espresso Affogato 【Recommended items】*Not eligible for the Walk-and-Eat Ticket* 1) "Hyaku-hachi Parfait" A new item now on offer, the Hyaku-hachi Parfait uses strawberries lavishly and lets you enjoy a collaboration of gelato and matcha chocolate! Price: 1,100 yen 2) "MOMOYA Latte" Hyaku-hachi’s original layered matcha latte series made with fruit from Nagano Prefecture. Choose from blueberry, strawberry, or azuki (red bean). Price: 900 yen <Zenkoji Walk-and-Eat Ticket> This value ticket lets you choose and buy favorites from about 20 shops selling Nagano specialties and sweets! ✨How to use✨ 1) Purchase a ticket [1,000 yen each, tax included] *price revised from April 1* (Until March 31 each ticket could be purchased for 700 yen, tax included) 2) At shops listed in the brochure, exchange the stickers attached to the ticket (100-yen × 8, 50-yen × 4) for products 3) Redeem used tickets for a prize (receive an original bag!) It’s cheaper than usual and perfect for sampling small tastes from various shops while you walk and eat ✨ For more details, see the highlights on @nagano_cvb! #cafe #sweets #walk-and-eat #Nagano City #nagano

Here are spots where flowers are at their best in March ✨ 1. Fukujusō at Hinata Ooka A natural colony of fukujusō (Adonis ramosa) spreads across about 2,000 square meters on the rolling hills of the Hyūga District in Oooka, Nagano City. On well-kept slopes, fukujusō bloom proudly with the majestic Northern Alps as a backdrop. Typical peak season: mid-March 2. Fukujusō at Nanaoekosaka More than 30,000 fukujusō carpet the steep east-facing slopes. This dense stand of fukujusō, said to be the finest in northeast Shinshu, is a spectacular sight. Typical peak season: early to late March Note: You will walk about 500 meters along a mountain path from the parking area, including uphill sections, so please wear comfortable shoes such as sneakers. 3. Roukaku Plum Garden (Shinshu Shinmachi) Around 1,000 small ume trees and red-plum varieties are planted here, offering delicate blossoms set against the flowing Saikawa River. Typical peak season: late March to early April The Nagano Convention & Visitors Bureau website summarizes flowering conditions around Nagano City 🌼 #plum #love flowers #scenic flower views #Nagano City

Enjoy an all-white snowy landscape! Introducing winter’s spectacular spots✨ You can still enjoy snow scenes around Nagano City, including Togakushi, Iizuna Highlands, and Kinasa! (Check the weather before you go.) ①nagano forest village @nagano_forest_village About a 30-minute drive from downtown Nagano. Surrounded by rich nature, nagano forest village becomes a wide snowy panorama in winter, offering a chance to escape everyday life. Inside the facility, Mori-no-Eki Daizahoushi features a market with local vegetables and specialties, a cafe-restaurant that uses those local ingredients generously, and an indoor activity area with a tree house and well-equipped supervised spaces. We recommend relaxing while gazing at the silver-white view outside the windows. Snow activities unique to this season are also plentiful. Enjoy snow play and winter nature experiences to fully discover the charm of Iizuna Highlands. Hours Indoor activities and market 9:00-17:00 Cafe-restaurant (hours below until Saturday, February 28, 2026) ◆Sunday–Thursday excluding holidays 9:00–17:00 (LO 16:30) ◆Friday, Saturday and holidays 9:00–21:00 (LO 20:00) Parking 180 spaces (free) *Please check the official website or SNS for details.* ②Daibo Pass (Daibō Tōge) [Kinasa] @kinasamomiji Enjoy the grand panorama from Daibo Pass on the way to Togakushi and from Ōdō Tōge toward Ogawamura, and the natural sculptural beauty formed by Okusozuhana Valley. Step off the main roads to find the winter vistas unique to Kinasa. Parking about 5 spaces (free) ③Zenkoji Temple The snow-covered Zenkoji Temple Main Hall has a different atmosphere from usual. For the best snowy view of Zenkoji, visit early the morning after a night of snowfall. ④Togakushi Snowshoe @togakushi.kanko Explore the Forest Botanical Garden and the Okusha Approach clad in silence and snow while wearing snowshoes. Leave your footprints on the pure white fields and enjoy the addictive thrill of going where there is no path. Beginner-friendly guided tours are available. Snowshoes and poles are available for rent at the Togakushi Tourist Information Center, so please inquire there. *Winter tours require different equipment than non-snow seasons. Please check carefully and prepare accordingly.* *From January 7 onward, entry beyond Zuishinmon toward the cedar avenue on the Okusha Approach is prohibited.* Snowshoe Rental Information ◆Togakushi Tourist Information Center *Open 9:00–17:00* Rental pickup 9:00–14:00 ＊Final return by 16:00 Snowshoe & pole set 2,000 yen (tax included) / day Pole, snow boots, gaiters each 500 yen (tax included) / day Recommended for first-timers: guided tours Shun Walk — Winter Edition Wear snowshoes this winter and go meet the spectacular views. Courses may change depending on weather and other conditions. *Private guides are available on request.* *For details, see the latest news on the Togakushi Tourism Association website.* ⑤Togakushi Ski Field @togakushiskifield_official A ski area with high-quality groomed runs and famously light “magic powder” snow. The steep runs first thing in the morning after fresh snowfall are popular. Season 2025/12/13–2026/03/31 (planned) Hours 8:30–16:15 *See the official site or official accounts for details.* #snowy scenery #scenic view #winter #Nagano City #Nagano Prefecture #Nagano tourism #Nagano travel #nagano #naganocity

Bring in good fortune with Setsubun too!! Introducing February event information ✨ ① Zenkoji Temple Setsubun Festival Invite good fortune at the National Treasure Zenkoji Temple’s “Setsubun Festival”! This year special guests Sakura Inoue, the Shinshu Brave Warriors, and local TV announcers will throw beans. [Date] February 3 (Tuesday) [Schedule] 1:00 PM – Procession from the Niomon Gate with Zenkoji’s kiyari (work chant) leading, entering the main hall together with special guests. Around 1:50 PM – Bean-throwing from the corridor of Zenkoji’s main hall by the two chief priests, the head priest of the temple complex, special guests, men and women born in the current zodiac year, lucky men and women, and the tondo performers. [Contact] Zenkoji Office 026-234-3591 For details, see the Zenkoji website: “Reiwa 8, The 72nd Zenkoji Setsubun Festival—Recruitment of Lucky Men and Women.” ② Akiba Shrine Tsuina Festival (Gondocho) This winter tradition features lively bean-throwing by special guests, men and women born in the current zodiac year, and lucky men and women. The bean-throwing does not overlap with the Zenkoji Setsubun schedule, so please visit both shrine and temple! [Date] February 3 (Tuesday) [Schedule] 3:00 PM – From the west side of the Gondo Arcade, red and blue oni (demons), the god of fortune, and special guests process to Akiba Shrine. 3:30 PM – Tsuina ritual and prayers at Akiba Shrine main hall in Gondocho. Around 4:00 PM – Bean-throwing by special guests, guests, men and women born in the current zodiac year, and lucky men and women. Special Guests Hidemi Sasaki Manabu Shimizu Red oni, blue oni, and the god of fortune appear in the shrine grounds to liven up the bean-throwing. [Inquiries] Akiba Shrine Office 026-232-7013 ③ Nagano Lantern Festival (Nagano Tomyo Matsuri) @jcinagano Zenkoji lit up by illuminations attracts many visitors from across the country. Various events are planned during the festival! A special feature article will be posted later. [Period] February 20 (Friday) – February 23 (Monday, public holiday) [Hours] 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM For details, see the official website or official account. ④ Iizuna Highlands “5th Dzunacchi Festival” @iizunakougen_kankou Packed with kid-friendly events like treasure hunts, rock-paper-scissors with Dzunacchi, and free oshiruko (sweet red bean soup)! [Date] February 11 (Wednesday, public holiday) [Schedule] (subject to change) 11:00 AM–11:30 AM Free oshiruko (200 servings) 11:00 AM–11:30 AM Mini castella distribution 11:00 AM–1:00 PM Free snowshoe trial 11:30 AM–2:00 PM Wooden sledding experience 11:30 AM–12:30 PM Cross-country ski trial (elementary and junior high students) 1:00 PM–1:30 PM Treasure hunt (lots of prizes!) 1:30 PM–2:00 PM Rock-paper-scissors with Dzunacchi For details, see the Iizuna Highlands Tourism Association website or official account. ⑤ Togakushi Ski Field Events @togakushiskifield_official This ski area offers high-quality groomed runs and famously light “magical powder snow.” On weekends, various events entertain both children and adults. [Event Information] February 1 (Sunday) Setsubun Bean Weighing Contest February 7 (Saturday) Duck rescue in the snow?! February 14 (Saturday) Valentine’s chocolate giveaway and rock-paper-scissors with Togakki February 15 (Sunday) Children’s Ski Day – free lift tickets for elementary school children and younger February 21 (Saturday) Snowball Throwing Contest #Setsubun #Zenkoji #Events #Nagano City #Nagano Prefecture #Nagano tourism #Nagano travel #nagano #naganocity

The strawberry season has arrived! Here are spots in Nagano City where you can enjoy strawberries. 1. Nagano Berry Farm If you want to go strawberry picking within Nagano City, this is the place to go! They minimize pesticide use and make the most of Nagano’s abundant natural environment, so you can enjoy safe, secure, and delicious strawberries to your heart’s content. Reservation method: Strawberry picking is by advance reservation. Please make a phone reservation with JA Nagano Agri Naganuma or book online via Jalan Net before your visit. Phone number: 026-295-1093 (JA Nagano Agri Naganuma) Price: 50 minutes all-you-can-eat Weekdays ¥2,100 Weekends and holidays ¥2,400 *For details, please see the Nagano Berry Farm website.* 2. Garden Hananomi Nagano Yoshi Strawberry Farm This is a farm shop where you can buy freshly picked strawberries. They grow and sell various varieties, focusing on benihoppe, as well as black strawberries and white strawberries. On weekends (Saturday, Sunday, and holidays) they also sell special strawberry daifuku! Phone number: 070-1238-9151 Hours: Around 10:00–16:00 Closed: None (the farm shop is open every day) *Strawberry daifuku and similar items are sold only on weekends and holidays.* *They may be closed occasionally due to circumstances.* *For details, please check the official website or official accounts.* #strawberry #strawberry picking #strawberries #Nagano City #Nagano Prefecture #Nagano sightseeing #Nagano travel #nagano #naganocity

Warm comfort food! Introducing the local dish obukko✨ Obukko is a hearty country-style miso simmered udon packed with vegetables. Also called “bukkomi,” “buchikomi,” or “obukko,” its name is said to come from the practice of tossing whatever seasonal vegetables you have into the pot. This regional stew features Shinshu miso broth with flat noodles, roughly cut daikon, carrots, green onions, pork, dried tofu, fried tofu pockets, and plenty of seasonal vegetables in a simmered udon style. 【Obukko Shops】 1) “Yakimochi-ya” A thatched-roof accommodation experience where you can enjoy traditional flavors like yakimochi and obukko. At the hearth you can try making “ha-yakimochi” (ash-grilled rice cakes). The facility also has a hot spring, offering a peaceful rural getaway surrounded by nature. Day-trip hot spring bathing is available. 【Address】5286 Nakajo Kusakano, Nagano City 【Phone】026-267-2641 【Hours】Meals 11:00–14:00 【Closed】Open daily 【Price】Obukko 980 yen (tax included) 2) Roadside Station Nakajo This roadside station features a dining area where you can enjoy obukko, a shop selling fresh vegetables, fruits, and local specialty foods, and it’s a great stop on a drive. Relax and refresh as you take in the rural scenery, views of the Northern Alps, and the seasonal faces of Mt. Mushikura, one of Shinshu’s 100 famous mountains. 【Address】1704 Nakajo Sumiyoshiki, Nagano City 【Phone】026-267-2188 【Hours】 ・Dining spot Mamettai 10:00–16:00 (light meals only from 14:30–16:00) ・Shop 9:00–17:00 【Closed】Open daily 【Price】Roadside Station Nakajo Obukko 980 yen (tax included) #gourmet #obukko #Roadside Station #Nagano City #Nagano Prefecture #Nagano Sightseeing #Nagano Travel #nagano #naganocity

Make 2026 a great year! Here is information on visiting Zenkoji Temple during the New Year holidays ✨ 〈If you want to look this up later, don’t forget to tap the “save” icon!〉 1. Crowd forecasts for the New Year period For New Year visits, please refer to the live camera feed and New Year crowd forecasts on the Zenkoji Temple website before you come. The midnight visit on New Year’s Eve and the first three days of the year are expected to be especially crowded. The least busy times are early morning or evening. 2. About transportation Some traffic restrictions will be in effect during the New Year period. If you come by car, please check the Zenkoji Temple website before your visit. Also note that some parking lots will be unavailable during this period. 3. New Year event schedule Chohai Shiki (Morning Worship Service) January 1, 1:00 AM Shusho-e (New Year Memorial Service) January 1–3, daily at 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM Binzuru Mawashi (Binzuru Rotating Ritual) January 6, 7:00 PM Nanakusa-e (Seven Herbs Ceremony) January 7, 3:00 AM Goinmon Chodai (Receiving the Goinmon Seal) January 7–15, daily from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM ※For details, please see the Zenkoji Temple website #Zenkoji Temple #Hatsumode #New Year holidays #Nagano City #Nagano Prefecture #Nagano sightseeing #Nagano travel #nagano #naganocity

Start the New Year with events! Here’s what’s happening in January✨ 〈If you want to look back later, don’t forget to tap the save icon!〉 1. Togakushi Dondoyaki Festival Fireworks launched over the slope will glitter in the clear winter night sky. Sweet sake, red-and-white rice cakes, and good-luck rice cakes will also be served. Date: Saturday, January 17 Schedule: Torch procession departs 19:20 Dondoyaki sacred ritual begins 19:40 Torch procession arrives 19:40 Yagura lighting Togakushi drum performance Grand fireworks on the snow Location: Togakushi Ski Resort Chusha Slope *For details, see the Togakushi Tourism Association website* 2. Go-inmon Chodai (Receiving the Sacred Seal) This ceremony presses the three-seal treasure stamp—said to be a fragment of the Zenkoji Buddha—against worshippers’ heads. Receiving the sacred seal is believed to grant fulfillment of wishes and rebirth in paradise. Period: Wednesday, January 7 to Thursday, January 15 Hours: From around 9:00 until the evening Venue: Zenkoji Temple *For details, see the Zenkoji Temple website* 3. Shiroyama Zoo New Year Event @johyamazoo From New Year’s Day you can meet the 2026 zodiac horse and many other animals! Enjoy the popular New Year “Morumoru Line” and the sale of 20 limited lucky bags. Dates: Thursday, January 1 to Sunday, January 4, 2026 Time: 9:00–16:30 Venue: Shiroyama Zoo *For details, see the official website* 4. Chausuyama Zoo New Year Event @chausuyamazoo Celebrate the New Year with a variety of animals! Enjoy feeding experiences, osechi (New Year’s food) giveaways, animal interactions, photo opportunities, lucky bag sales, and more. Dates: Thursday, January 1 to Saturday, January 3, 2026 Time: 10:00–16:00 (last entry 15:30) Venue: Chausuyama Zoo *For details, see the official website* 5. Zenkoji Omotesando Illumination Zenkoji Omotesando and the area in front of Nagano Station will be magically lit by illuminations✨ Period: Saturday, November 15 to Monday, February 23, 2026 Hours: 17:00–22:00 Location: Zenkoji Omotesando (Nagano Station Intersection to Zenkoji Intersection) #Nagano City events #Nagano events #Event information #Nagano City #Nagano Prefecture #Nagano tourism #Nagano travel #nagano #naganocity

Enjoy gourmet treats with the value Zenkoji Temple Omotesando Food Walk Ticket ✨ This time we also introduce shops where you can buy souvenirs with the ticket! 1. “Tenugui Towel” Takei Craft Shop The tenugui towels available with the ticket come in a wide variety of colors and patterns! They make perfect souvenirs or small gifts. Phone: 026-232-4111 Hours: 9:00–18:30 Closed: None 2. “Vegetable Fresh Bread” Cafe Restaurant Iris Matsuriya A dairy- and egg-free “happiest bread in the world.” Available in four varieties: tomato, spinach, pumpkin, and purple. Phone: 026-291-7061 Hours: 8:00–20:00 Closed: Open daily 3. “Chef’s Choice Tempura” Imamura Soba Honten Seasonal ingredients are served hot and freshly fried! Founded in 1890 (Meiji 23). Try their 90% buckwheat “Kuichi Soba,” made using traditional family methods. Phone: 026-232-3518 Hours: 11:00–15:00 (Weekends and holidays 11:00–16:00) Closed: Tuesday Note: This item is not available for takeout. <Zenkoji Food Walk Ticket> This value ticket lets you choose and purchase items from 19 shops offering Nagano specialties and sweets! ✨How to use✨ 1. Purchase a ticket (¥700 per ticket, tax included) 2. At participating shops listed in the brochure, exchange the stickers on the ticket (five ¥100 stickers and four ¥50 stickers) for products 3. Redeem used tickets for a prize (receive an original bag!) It’s cheaper than buying items individually and perfect for sampling a variety of shops while you stroll and eat ✨ #Food Walk #Souvenirs #Gourmet #Nagano City #Nagano Prefecture #Nagano Sightseeing #Nagano Trip #nagano #naganocity

A beautiful village surrounded by autumn colors. Looks so stunning. Location: Lake momiji, Nagano prefecture

The endless mountain foliage of Nagano prefecture’s Lake Momiji unfurls in a sweeping colors of red, gold, and ember-orange, the autumn canopy spilling down the slopes until it kisses the mirrored surface of the lake.

Autumns in nagano is amazing. There are multiple location to see autumn colors in Nagano prefecture but lake momiji is exceptionally good one. The running water and fall colors look stunning. Location: Lake momiji, Nagano prefecture

Lake Momiji in Nagano prefecture is one of the best autumn spots in Japan. It looks specifically beautiful during sunset.

Enjoy great value gourmet treats with the Zenkoji Omotesando Tasting Ticket✨ 1. “Nori-wrapped Yaki-musubi” Suyakame Zenkoji Store Suyakame Zenkoji Store sits just past the Zenkoji Niomon Gate at the start of the cobbled Nakamise-dori Street. Their freshly grilled rice balls wrapped in nori and their miso soft-serve pair perfectly with a stroll around the temple approach. Phone: 026-237-2239 Hours: 9:00–17:00 Closed: Wednesday 2. “Handmade Oyaki” Maruhachi Takiya The first floor offers many original souvenirs, and the second floor serves hand-cut soba made from locally milled flour. A parking lot that fits 13 large buses makes this a good stop for groups. Phone: 026-232-4424 Hours: 9:00–17:00 Closed: None (closed occasionally) 3. “Two Steamed Oyaki” Ogawanosho Daimon branch You can enjoy regional oyaki and roasted soba tea by a rustic irori hearth, a sight that’s becoming rarer. The dishes highlight the natural flavors of local ingredients—the taste of Nagano home cooking. Phone: 026-232-5786 Hours: 9:00–17:00 (irori open 10:00–15:00) Closed: Wednesday (subject to change) Zenkoji Tasting Ticket This value ticket lets you choose and purchase items from 19 shops, including Nagano specialties and sweets! ✨How to use✨ 1. Buy a ticket (700 yen each, tax included) 2. Redeem the sticker coupons on the ticket at listed shops (five 100-yen stickers and four 50-yen stickers) for products 3. Exchange the used ticket for a prize (receive an original bag!) The ticket is cheaper than buying items individually and lets you sample tastes from various shops—perfect for a food stroll✨ For more details, visit the Nagano Convention & Visitors Bureau HP. #Tasting walk #Oyaki #Gourmet #Nagano City #Nagano Prefecture #Nagano tourism #Nagano travel #nagano #naganocity

In August, various Events will be Held in in Nagano City! Participate in Events and Get ✨ Original Goods (1) Friendship Campaign in Nagano City, Kingdom of Thailand This is a special campaign where you can feel close to Thai culture through food! During the period, you can also purchase "Thai Nagano Friendship Seven Flavors" supervised by the Royal Thai Embassy × Yawataya Isogoro at Subject stores! 【Held in】7/17(Thu)~10/31(Fri) 【Held in Place】8 Thai restaurants in Subject in Nagano City [How to participate, gift details] 1 Meals at Subject Restaurants 2 Say "Kop'nkar (female)" or "Kop'nklap (male)" (Thai for "thank you") at checkout 3 Get Original Stickers! * Original goods of the Tourism Authority of Thailand will also be won by lottery! (2) Animal Look! Riddles and Kiss tamps While solving the riddle of the facilities around Zenko Temple Collect stamps and Original novelty will be presented! Join your family and friends and enjoy the thrilling riddles and Kiss Tanpralee! 【Held in】7/19 (Sat) ~ 9/15 (Mon) 【Held in Place】Zenko Temple, Nagano Prefectural Museum of Art, Shiroyama Zoo [How to participate, gift details] ・ You can get Original stickers → two Collect stamps! ・ You can get a Original badge or Original acrylic key chain → 3 Collect stamps in 3 places! ・ Original answer the 2D code questionnaire displayed at the time of exchanging novelties→ you may be able to win a facilities gift by lottery! [Mount installation location] Zenko Temple Precincts Information Center in front of "Rokujizo" Nagano Prefectural Museum of Art Soba of giraffe works installed in the special exhibition "Living Creatures Forest" (free space on the 1st floor) Shiroyama Zoo Zoo Billion Hilux Gauge Nagano City Tourist Information Center Central Square, etc. (3) Togakushi / Iizuna Highlands "Marugoto Experience! Stamp Rally" Stamp by participating in the subject experience content! Enjoy the refreshing green season of the Highlands to the fullest! 【Held in】8/1(Fri)~10/31(Fri) 【Held in Place】Iizuna District, Togakushi [How to participate, gift details] 1 Subject experience content (camping Accommodation, E-bike rental, Nature experience, Soba-making experience, etc.). 2 Get two Collect stamps → Original stickers! You can apply for a lottery to win Collect stamps → Premiums in both the Togakushi and Iizuna areas! [Mount installation location] Togakushi Campground Iizuna Nagano Forest Village Togakushi Tourist Association Iizuna Highlands Tourism Association Nagano City Tourist Information Center, etc. (4) Photo Quiz in Onimuri While strolling around Onimusato, Nagano City, where there is abundant Nature and various attractive spots here and there, find various symbols and items in the area on the question paper, and take a photo of the symbol or item with the participant with a digital camera or smartphone to accumulate points and aim for the top! 【Held in】8/1(Fri)~8/31(Sun) 【Held in】Onimusato District [Mount installation location] Onimusato Tourism Promotion Association (Onimusato Branch) Onimusato Hometown Museums Soba Onimusato Direct sales Onimuri no Yu Irohado main store, etc. * You can also download it from FM Nagano's website. Home page Publication provides detailed Information about Events. #Events #Stamp Rally #Nagano City Events #Nagano Prefecture Events #Nagano City #Nagano #Nagano Tourism #Nagano Travel #Nagano #Nagano City

Here are some ✨ Spot summer flowers that Best time to visit in August (1) Togakushi Observatory There is a along the Togakushi Bird Line, it is famous for its spectacular view of the Soba flowers blooming in the vast Soba field and the mountains of Togakushi, making it a great photo point. Fun the pure white flower fields with the Togakushi mountain ranges in the background! 【Best time to visit】Summer Soba Late July ~ Early August (Autumn Soba around September) 【Address】Togakushi Toyooka, Nagano City 【Car parking lot】Yes * Request: The field that can be seen from the Soba Observatory Garden is the field where "Togakushi Matsumoto Seimen Co., Ltd." is made. They are carefully nurtured, so please do not go into the field when taking pictures. (2) Zenko Temple Daisōshin Release Pond There are many large lotuses that are worth seeing in the release pond at the entrance of Zenko Temple Daishoujin. The Time Slot / Time of Day of the lotus Best time to visit is early morning ~ mid-morning. Be sure Temple take a look at the lotus flower when you Prayer Zenko! 【Best time to visit】July ~ August 【Address】Nagano Nagano 492 【Car parking lot】Available (nearby paid Car parking lot) (3) Wakaho Hoshina Crape Myrtle Hill Colorful crape myrtle flowers such as red, pink, and purple dye the mountains! You can enjoy the beautiful flowers along with the view from the top of the mountain. 【Best time to visit】mid-August ~ mid-September 【Address】Nagano City Wakaho Hoshina 【Car parking lot】Yes #I like flowers #Scenery with flowers #Nagano #Nagano #Nagano sightseeing #Nagano travel #nagano #naganocity

Hydrangeas are beginning to bloom in Nagano City! "Hydrangea of Rendaiji Temple" Shooting date: 2025.6.25

Popular manga that is talked about in movies Introducing ✨ the pilgrimage to the Holy Land in Kawanakajima area The "Kawanakajima Murder Case" recorded in manga volumes 86-87 is set in Nagano City! The course introduced this time can be visited in about 2-3 hours if you have a car, so please go around while comparing it with the manga! (1) Kawanakajima Ancient Battlefield Hachimansha The adjacent Kawanakajima Ancient Battlefield Historical Site Park is a place of relaxation for Citizens with a 12,000-square-meter mountain-like Lawn Square, a murmuring stream, and an arbor with an old-fashioned thatched roof. Adjacent to the City Museums, you can enjoy a fully equipped historical walk. Spring is a famous landmarks for cherry blossoms, and about 100 cherry trees are in full bloom. ・Information on Kawanakajima Ancient Battlefield Historic Site Park [Car parking lot] 156 cars (145 cars Car normal, 11 cars Large Vehicles) 【Use time for cars】 March 1 to November 30 (8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.) From December 1 to the end of February (8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) (2) Trunk Bridge It is a legendary place where the neck and torso of Kansuke Yamamoto, who died in battle, were combined. Next door is Irohado's Oyaki Farm, and you can take a break while eating Oyaki! ・Oyaki Farm Information @oyaki.farm 【Business hours】9:30-18:00 (Closes at 17:00 in winter) 【Regular holiday】Not open holidays (Monthly regular holidays will be announced on NEWS and social media on the website) 【Car parking lot】40 cars (3) Matsushiro Bridge Matsushiro Bridge also has a sacred Spot! 【Car Parking】None ※ Walking, rotating cars, E-bikes, etc. are recommended (4) Yamamoto Kansuke's grave Yamamoto Kansuke was Takeda Shingen's military master and built Kaizu Castle (Matsushiro Castle), which he built in preparation for the attack of Japanese cedar Kenshin. 【Car Parking】None ※ Walking, rotating cars, E-bikes, etc. are recommended (5) Mt. Tsumame The Japanese cedar army set up camp on the top of this mountain, located on the south bank of the Chikuma River, and watched Shingen's movements. 【Car parking lot】Yes * The road from the entrance of the Tsumameyama Observation decks to the Observation decks is narrow, so large vehicles are not allowed to pass. (6) Kansukemiya The reading is "Kansuke Miya". It is said to be the place where Kansuke Yamamoto was killed, and there is the Nagano Olympic Stadium There is a stone monument at the southwest end of Minami-Nagano Sports Park. * Adjacent to Minami Nagano Sports Park No. 3 Car Park ・Information on Minaminagano Sports Park 【Car parking lot】No. 3 parking lot Car (159 cars) * On Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays, and other Events such as matches, the parking lot will be very crowded Car. \E-bike is recommended for transportation/ There is an E-bike rental bicycle "HELLO CYCLING" There are at the entrance of Kawanakajima Ancient Battlefield Historical Site Park. (1) Kawanakajima Ancient Battlefield Hachimansha to (4) Transportation of Yamamoto Kansuke's grave section is recommended by e-bike! * We recommend Car for the Transportation of (5) Tsumameyama and (6) Kansukemiya. ◯ E-bike rental cycle "HELLO CYCLING" 【How to Use】 Use the "HELLO CYCLING" app and register as a member. On the app, you can check the availability of cars and stations, make reservations for use and return, and pay Fees. It is recommended to download the app in advance! 【Use Fee】 Small-diameter Car: 130 yen for the first 30 minutes, 100 yen for every 15 minutes thereafter (up to 1,800 yen for 12 hours) Large diameter Car: 300 yen for the first 30 minutes, 150 yen for every 15 minutes thereafter (up to 3,000 yen for 12 hours) 【Station installation location】 Near the entrance of Kawanakajima Ancient Battlefield Historic Site Park (next to the cars parking lot) [Number of bicycles that can be parked at the station] 10 cars *For details, please check the "HELLO CYCLING" app.

【Fresh greenery Soba Festival Held in】 The greenery of Nagawa has Unfolds even more vividly, and the refreshing season has arrived. The "Fresh Greenery Soba Festival" where you can enjoy such "fresh greenery" and "Soba noodles" of Nagawa will be held in again this year. Enjoy the rich Nature and seasonal tastes. ■ Held in period Saturday, May 24, 2025 – Sunday, June 1, 2025 ■ Organizer Nagawa Soba no Kai (Participating stores: Fukuden, Senraku, Soba no Rinagawa, Nagawanagawa Sansaikan) ■ Participating stores and special menus ◯ Soba noodle store Fukuden Senraku (Accommodation Available) 　Limited time "Freshly picked Wild Vegetables Tōji Soba" 　Please enjoy the Aroma of freshly picked Wild Vegetables to the fullest. Soba no Sato Nagawa Nagawa Sansaikan 　Limited time "Wild Vegetables Menu" 　We offer a special dish using Spring Wild Vegetables. ◯ Inn Oishiya 　Accommodation guests will receive plenty of Spring flavors. 　Please Please enjoy the seasonal flavors of Nagawa in a relaxing time. ■ Privileges Meals and Accommodation at participating stores during the period will be selected by lottery to receive a "Nomugi-chan washcloth". Please use it as a memory of Nagawa. ■ Information on participating stores ● Handmade Soba Fukuden Address: Nagano, Matsumoto City, Nagawa 4233 Phone: 0263-79-2003 Business hours: 10:30-18:00 (until sold out) Regular holiday: Water and Sunday ● Senraku (Accommodation available) Address: Nagano, Matsumoto City, Nagawa 1173-13 Phone: 0263-79-2122 Business hours: 11:00 a.m. Regular holiday: Thursday ● Soba no Sato Nagawa Address: Nagano, Matsumoto City, Nagawa 1173-14 Phone: 0263-79-2906 Business hours: 11:00-14:00 Regular holiday: Monday and Tuesday ● Nagawa Sansaikan Address: Nagano, Matsumoto City, Nagawa 2120-1 Phone: 0263-79-2815 Business hours: 9:00-16:00 (Shokudo is open from 11:00 to 14:00) Regular holiday: Water and Sunday ● Travel inn Oishiya Address: Nagano, Matsumoto City, Nagawa 1173-13 Phone: 0263-79-2078 ■ General Information Furusato Nagawa Tourism and Exchange Department 〒390-1611 Nagano, Matsumoto City, Nagawa 2120-1 Tel. 0263-79-2125 (Weekdays 9:00-17:00) In the beautiful scenery surrounded by fresh greenery, enjoy the blessings of the mountains and spend a relaxing time. Enjoy the Spring in Nagawa with your family and friends. We look forward to seeing you there!

HELLO COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Furusato Nagawa Tourism and Exchange Department. Located in the western Mountainous Area of Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, Matsumoto City, Nagawa District is a quiet area surrounded by mountains rich in Rich in nature. Among the Matsumoto City, which is widely known as the gateway to the Shinshu, the rich Nature environment remains, and the beautiful scenery that changes with the four seasons Fascination many people. Known for its clear air and clear streams, including mountain sightseeing and Mountain stream fishing, it is an area where you can refresh your mind and body! 【Access to Matsumoto City, Nagawa District】 ■Access from Tokyo Via the Chuo Expressway and Nagano Expressway, get off at the Matsumoto Interchange, and take National Route 158 toward the Nagawa District. ■Access from Nagoya Use the Chuo Expressway, get off at the Ina Interchange, go through the Gonbei Tunnel, and head from National Route 19 via Yabuhara to the Nagawa District. 【What is Matsumoto City, Nagawa District?】 The Matsumoto City as a whole has a population of about 240,000 people, but the Nagawa District has a population of 565 and 289 households (as of December 2023 (Reiwa 5)), and traditional life and culture are alive and well in a rich Nature environment. Due to the high elevation, it is cool in summer, and in winter a silver world Unfolds. It is popular as a summer resort in the summer and as a Spot to enjoy the dignified air in the winter, and it shows an attractive look to the Four Seasons. 【Introduction to the historical background of the Nagawa area of Matsumoto City, Nagawa】 The Nagawa district of Matsumoto City, Nagawa City originally built a history as an independent village, but was incorporated into Matsumoto City due to the great merger of Heisei. Since ancient times, it has flourished as a mountain worship road and trade route, and there was a lot of traffic between people going back and forth between the Mountainous Area. Forestry, agriculture, and Soba cultivation that make use of abundant Forest resources and clear streams have been actively carried out, supporting the food culture and living infrastructure of the region. Even today, through festival rituals, the wisdom and customs of our ancestors are passed down. 【Popular Sightseeing spots in the Nagawa area, Matsumoto City】 The Nagawa area of Matsumoto City, Nagawa City has many Tourist resources rich in Rich in nature. ■Nagawa Watari Dam It is a large Dam that rises along National Route 158 and features a spectacular landscape created by the Clear streams stream from upstream and the lush green mountains that surround it. From the observation space, you can overlook the contrast between the Reservoir and the mountains, and you can enjoy various atmospheres that vary depending on the season. ■Shibusawa Hot spring It is a quiet Hot spring inn scattered in the mountains, and it is a great Spot to heal the fatigue of your trip. Depending on the inn, you can take a day-use hot spring, and you can stop by in between mountain sightseeing. Please enjoy the silence and warmth of the hot water and spend a moment to forget your daily life. ■Mountain stream fishing spot There are plenty of areas where you can enjoy mountain stream fishing such as char and Yamame. The fishing experience while enjoying a sense of unity with nature allows you to enjoy a relaxing time that is different from the city. 【Introduction of Specialty products and Gourmet foods in the Nagawa area of Matsumoto City】 ■Tōji Soba Local cuisine is served with hot Soba noodles in a hot pot and served with wild vegetables and mushrooms. It is an indispensable Nagawa specialty when talking about the Nagawa District. ■ Wild vegetable tempura Wild vegetables that herald the arrival of Spring are freshly picked and fried in batter, and the tempura has an exquisite bittersweetness and aroma. ■ Grilled river fish with salt Fresh char and Yamame caught in the Mountain stream are simply grilled with only salt, so you can fully enjoy the taste of the ingredients. ■Nagawa Soba Nagawa Soba made with flavorful Soba flour is highly appreciated by Soba lovers, and its Aroma and Smooth Texture are Exquisite. ■Processed Wild Vegetables Processed wild vegetables, which are also useful as preserved foods such as Pickles and Pickled in salt, are perfect as Souvenirs. 【Events and Festivals in the Nagawa area of Matsumoto City】 ■ Soba Festival The Soba Festival, which is held five times a year, is a festival where you can fully enjoy the food culture of the Nagawa District. You can taste Local Handmade Soba using Soba noodles carefully grown in Nagawa Late May: Fresh greenery Soba Festival Mid-August: New Soba Festival in summer October: New Soba Festival in autumn November: Nagawa Native Soba Festival February: Tōji Soba Festival Enjoy the nature of Nagawa, which changes with the Four Seasons, and the taste of each season. ■ Nagawa Summer Festival (late July) The biggest attraction of the Nagawa Summer Festival, which colors the summer in Nagawa, is the fireworks that echo in the valley. The fireworks launched from the bottom of the valley Unfolds large and Powerful in front of you. Please experience the sound of fireworks echoing in the mountains and the beautiful light competition up close. ■ Nomugi Pass Ski Resort Mt. Ontake, Mt. Norikura, and the Hotaka mountain ranges seen from an elevation of 2,130m are spectacular! With a maximum skiing distance of 4,000m, a variety of courses can be enjoyed by beginners and advanced skiers. There are few crowds, and you can enjoy gliding in quiet nature. It is a ski resort where you can enjoy the Nature of Nagawa and the dynamic scenery. 【Tourist Information of Nagawa District, Matsumoto City】 The Nagawa district of Matsumoto City, Nagawa City has a variety of attractions such as rich nature, delicious Soba dishes, and traditional culture rooted in the Local area. Surrounded by majestic mountains and serene scenery, you can relax to your heart's content is the real pleasure of the Nagawa District. Please make memories of your trip in Nagawa, Matsumoto City, Nagawa, where you can enjoy the expressions of the Four Seasons. We look forward to seeing you there.

"Toshio Suzuki and Yellowtail Exhibition" Zenkoji Temple Limited Held in Commemorative Goods are now on sale at Zenkoji Temple Gift Shop! When you come to "Toshio Suzuki and the yellowtail Exhibition", be sure to stop by Zenko Temple!

The weather is fine and Carp streamers are swimming 🌼 comfortably in the sky The rape flowers are also in full bloom, so please come and visit us during Golden Week! Nagano City Nakajo "Alps Observation Square Dream Station" [Shooting date] 2025/4/30 Against the backdrop of the snowy Northern Alps, you can enjoy a bright rapeseed field that looks like a yellow carpet!

Best time to visit the Skunk cabbage in "Otaniji Wetland"! Other Information on flowering in the city please see our Home page!

To coincide with the Open to the public of the movie version "Detective Conan: Afterimage of the Eyes (Flashback)", the Nagano Prefectural Government Office 1st floor Prefectural Hall is decorated with Conan! Please come and visit us! 👓️ * On days when the prefectural office is closed (Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays), you cannot enter the prefectural hall. In addition, the original author, Professor Aoyama, handwritten colored paper is exhibited only on Traditional Japanese straw raincoat between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Weekdays.

NICE TO MEET EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture "Nagano Tourism Convention Bureau". Nagano City, the capital of Nagano Prefecture, is the largest city in Nagano Prefecture with a population of about 360,000 (as of 2025). Elevation popular as There are a city where Nature and the city are in harmony, from the city center of about 350 meters to the magnificent scenery of 2,000-meter mountains. In addition to the national treasure Zenko Temple, Nagano City is dotted with various Sightseeing spot such as the Togakushi Shrine, which has a history of about 2,000 years, Matsushiro, a Castle Town where you can feel the history of the Sanada family, Iizuna Highlands where you can enjoy outdoor Activities, Onimusato, where you can enjoy beautiful Autumn leaves and Oyaki, and Shinshu Shinmachi Soba Shinshu Soba Togakushi Soba, where you can taste Genghis Khan at various shops. Gourmet food such as fresh fruit can also be enjoyed. ■Access to Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture ・ Access by Shinkansen Use the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Tokyo Station and arrive at Nagano Station in 1 hour and 20 minutes at the fastest. From the front of the station, there are route buses to Zenko Temple, Togakushi, and Matsushiro, and if you Use a rental car, you can enjoy sightseeing even more comfortably. There are many bullet trains to Nagano Station, making it convenient for day trips from Tokyo. ・Access by Car Use the Nagano Expressway or Joshinetsu Expressway provides comfortable Access from the Tokyo metropolitan area and the Kansai area. It takes about 3 hours from Tokyo and 3 hours and 30 minutes from Nagoya. ■Historical background of Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture Nagano City has developed as a transportation important places since ancient times, and has flourished as a monzen town, especially in Zenko Temple. During the Heian period, the belief Temple Zenko spread throughout the country, and many pilgrims visit this area and developed as a monzen town and post town. It is also famous as the site of the Battle of Kawanakajima during the Sengoku period, where Takeda Shingen and Japanese cedar Kenshin fought fierce battles. In the Edo period, Nagano City flourished as a post town on the Kitakuni Highway, and achieved cultural and economic development. ■Popular Sightseeing spots in Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture ・Zenko Temple It has been believed by so many people that it is said that "once in a lifetime, it is Temple good light." Boasting a history of about 1,400 years since its founding, it is full of attractions, including the Main Hall, a national treasure. Visited by more than 6 million worshippers a year, it is one of the temples that represents Japan. In addition, at Zenkoji Temple Nakamise Street, you can enjoy walking and purchasing various Shinshu Specialties and Souvenirs. ・Togakushi Shrine Togakushi Shrine, located deep in the mountains of Nagano City, is a history shrine with a history of about 2,000 years. It consists of five companies: Okusha Shrine, Naka Shrine, Hokosha, Kuzuryusha, and Hino-Mikosha, each of which There are a different Benefit. In particular, the 500-Meter approach to the temple lined with Japanese cedar trees over 400 years old leading to the Okusha Shrine is a masterpiece, and if you walk in its silence, you will feel as if time has stopped. It is also popular as a power spot, and it is a place where you can wash your heart just by visiting. ・Kagami Pond Located at an elevation of 1,200 meters at the foot of Mt. Togakushi Mountain, Kagami Pond is a spot where you can enjoy beautiful scenery in Four Seasons. Fresh greenery in Spring, blue sky and mountain greenery reflected in the water in summer, fiery Autumn leaves in autumn, and a snowy wonderland Unfolds in winter. Kagami Pond is a spot with a superb view that reflects the changes of the four seasons. It is such a popular Sightseeing spot that it is incorporated into the recommended model course for Togakushi sightseeing. ・Kawanakajima Ancient Battlefield Historic Park It is a historical park that was the scene of the Battle of Kawanakajima fought by Takeda Shingen and Japanese cedar Kenshin during the Sengoku period. In the park, there is a brave Bronze statue where Shingen and Kenshin fight in single combat, and Museum There are where you can learn about the history of the Sengoku period. It is a must-see spot for fans of the Warring States period. ■Introduction of Specialty products Gourmet in Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture ・Togakushi Soba The Representative of Nagano City's Specialty products is "Togakushi Soba", which is counted among the Japan's Three Great Soba Noodles. Using cold water and carefully selected Soba flour, it is characterized by a firm Smooth texture. facilities where you can experience the Soba culture of Togakushi, "Togakushi Soba Museum Ton Kururin" is also popular. ・Monzen Soba A teahouse where Worshippers can take a break has developed into a monzen Soba continues to this day. Please enjoy the authentic taste that has walked with the history of Zenko Temple. ・Apples Nagano City is one of One of the best in Japan's famous apple production areas. Original varieties born in Nagano Prefecture, "Akiei", "Shinano Sweet", and "Shinano Gold", are called the three apple brothers, and are also popular as Souvenirs. ・Grapes In Nagano City, the production of the mainstay "Kyoho grapes" and "Shine muscat" is thriving. We also recommend "Nagano Purple", which has no seeds and can be eaten with the skin. ・Peaches Kawanakajima White Peach and Hakuho, known throughout Japan, are characterized by their crispy texture and Traditional Japanese straw raincoat. ・Oyaki It is a representative Township of Nagano that is eaten with seasonal vegetables and wild vegetables, wrapped in a skin made by kneading Wheat flour, and steamed or baked. ・Shichimi Mustard With the addition of seven condiments, including tang Mustard, the seven flavors are counted as one of the three major flavors of Japan, and are Specialties said to be the handprints of Zenko's Temple. ・Shinshu miso Nagano City's cold climate and rich nature environment provide optimal conditions for making miso, resulting in high quality miso with a long history. ■Introduction to Events and Festivals in Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture ・Zenkoji Temple Flower Corridor It is a flower Events that is Held in throughout Nagano Chuo Street, which is the approach to the temple of Zenko Temple during Golden Week. The artistic flower art lined up on the front approach to the temple of Zenko Temple delights passers-by. ・Nagano Gion Festival It is a traditional festival held in every July, and is popular with Locals as a summer tradition in Shinshu. It features mikoshi and festival float processions, as well as traditional dances. ・Matsushiro Domain Sanada 100,000 Stone Festival Centered on the Matsushiro Ruins of the Castle, the entire Castle Town and Matsushiro are colored by lively. The "Matsushiro Domain Sanada 100,000 Stone Procession", in which a procession of about 250 warriors parades, is powerful and must see. ・Nagano Ebisu Smoke and Fire Tournament November fireworks festival is rare in Japan. The clear late autumn night sky is colored by gorgeous fireworks such as the Music Star Mine and the extra-large Wide Star Mine. ・Nagano Lantern Festival We will Light up the Zenko Temple, a national treasure, so that prayers for peace can reach the world from Nagano. In addition, on the way from Nagano Station to Zenko Temple, you will also Implementation "Zenko Temple Omote approach to the temple illumination", and the entire city will be transformed into a fantastic space during the period. ・Zenkoji Temple open to the public The Honzon of Zenko Temple, "Ikko Sanzon Amitabha Buddha", is not usually able to be worshipped directly, and is considered to be an absolute Secret Buddha. Once every seven years, the "Open to the public" is to open to the public the Maedachi Honzon, who has the same appearance as the Honzon. The gold thread tied to Amitabha Buddha's right hand becomes a five-colored thread, and then becomes a white "rope of goodness" and is tied to the turning pillar. It is said that touching the turning pillar will lead to connection with the Honzon and gain merit. ・Nagano Marathon The Nagano Marathon is a full marathon that is Held in every year and began in 1999. The ability to run while touring the city's beautiful landscapes and famous landmarks attracts runners from Japan and abroad. ■Open to the public recommendations of Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture Nagano City is an attractive Sightseeing spot full of history, Nature, Gourmet food, and Events. It is full of Spot that can be enjoyed in any season, such as historical Famous landmarks such as Zenko Temple and Matsushiro, as well as Famous Togakushi with Power spot and spectacular views. We will continue to broadcasting recommended Tourist Information so that you can spend a special time in Nagano City, which is full of charm.

EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! How do you do! It is a Sakaki Town Tourist Association. Nagano Prefecture Hanishina District Sakaki Town is located Oyster Northern part Nagano Prefecture and is a Rich in nature area that stretches along the Chikuma River. With a population of about 14,000 people (as of 2024), it is There is a between Nagano City and Ueda City, and is known as an easy town to live in due to its convenient transportation. We will Broadcasting Tourist Information full of charm of Sakaki Town in Hanishina District, Nagano Prefecture on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so thank you! ■What is Sakaki Town, Nagano Prefecture? Sakaki Town in Nagano Prefecture, where history and tradition are alive, is dotted with sightseeing spots such as the famous castle "Katsurao Castle Ruins" of the Sengoku period and the "Sakaki Chikuma River Roses Park" where beautiful roses bloom, and you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons. In addition, Gourmet unique to Sakaki Town such as the famous "Nezumi daikon radish" and "Oshibori udon" are also attractive. In addition, there is also the "Iron Exhibition Hall", which is also known as the "town of swordsmiths" and is the only permanent exhibition hall of Japan swords in the prefecture. ■Access to Sakaki Town, Nagano Prefecture Access to Sakaki Town in Nagano Prefecture is good, and you can get there smoothly from Tokyo Central Tokyo. Use the Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Ueda Station on the Hokuriku Shinkansen, or transfer to the Shinano Railway and arrive at Sakaki Station in about 15 minutes. Use by Car will take the Kan-Etsu Expressway and Joshinetsu Expressway from Tokyo in about 2 hours and 30 minutes. ■Historical background of Sakaki Town, Nagano Prefecture Sakaki Town in Nagano Prefecture is known as the site of Katsurao Castle, where Takeda Shingen and Yoshikiyo Murakami fought fierce battles during the Sengoku period. In addition, in the Edo period, it developed as an important place for transportation, and agriculture utilizing the Chikuma River basin was also actively carried out. Even now, it is popular with many history buffs as a town with many historical sites where you can feel the history. ■Popular Sightseeing spots in Sakaki Town, Nagano Prefecture ・Sakaki Chikuma River Roses Park Sakaki Chikuma River Roses Park is a beautiful park with 2,300 roses of about 330 species. Located along the Chikuma River, you can enjoy colorful roses from Spring to autumn. Best time to visit around May ~ June, and many tourists visit. Promenade surrounded by roses is maintained in the park, and you can enjoy the Aroma while taking a leisurely stroll. Held in the Rose Festival from late May to early June every year, where rose saplings are sold and Local Specialty products are Stalls. ・Katsurao Castle Ruins Katsurao Castle Ruins, which was the residence of Yoshikiyo Murakami during the Warring States period, is located on a mountain 800m Elevation and has a superb view overlooking Ueda City and Chikuma River Spot. There are traces of stone walls and Earthen mound on the Ruins of the Castle, and you can feel the history. Mountain trails are maintained, and you can experience history while enjoying Hiking. ・Bingushiyu-san It is a One Day Hot Spring with various indoor baths, various open-air baths, exercise baths, large halls, etc. Spring quality is widely applied to neuralgia, muscle pain, Relief from fatigue, etc. From the open-air bath overlooking Sakaki Town, there is a superb panorama! There is also a Shokudo and a shop, and it is popular as a hot spring facility where you can spend a relaxing time. ・Sakashiro Shrine In the 1350 years since its founding, Izumo Taisha has held a festival to the god of the great country lord, and has received many prayers as the god of Marriage. As one of the largest Izumo Taisha shrines in eastern Japan, the shrine Precincts boast a majestic sanctuary and are popular with prayer visitors as a power spot. ・Manzenji Temple Manzenji Temple is a historic temple located in Sakaki Town, Nagano Prefecture, and is also known as the ruins of the ancestral residence of the Village Kami clan known for the warring states Warlord Yoshikiyo Murakami, making it an interesting Spot for history buffs. ・Sakaki Town Iron Exhibition Hall Sakaki Town in Nagano Prefecture is known as the "Town of Sword Makers", and the "Sakaki Town Iron Exhibition Hall" is a facility where the works of the human national treasure Miyairi Ikihei swordsmith born in Sakaki Town and the works of Miyairi Ichimon who inherited the tradition are exhibited. There are plenty of Japanese swords and armor on display, and you can see the art of Swordsmithing up close. Elaborate special exhibitions are held throughout the year, and gallery talks and Japan sword care experiences are also held. ■ Gourmet specialty products of Sakaki Town, Nagano Prefecture ・Nezumi daikon radish The Specialty products of the Sakaki Town, "nezumi daikon radish", has a shape of a lower bulge and a thin, long root like a mouse Traditional Japanese straw raincoat tail, and its taste is characterized by a faint sweetness after spiciness. "oshibori udon", which is made with grated radish Squeezed Juice, is popular as a Local cuisine of Local. ・Oshibori udon noodles Oshibori udon is a local cuisine in which Udon noodles are eaten by dissolving miso paste in the Squeezed Juice of Nezumi Daikon Radish to make a Dipping Sauce. It is characterized by its spiciness and sweetness that you can feel faintly afterwards, and it is a delicious taste that you will become addicted to once you eat it. ■Traditional crafts of Sakaki Town, Nagano Prefecture ・Shinshu Kumiko Woodcraft Certified as a traditional craft in Nagano Prefecture in 2019, "Shinshu Kumiko Woodcraft" is a traditional craft that combines wood to create delicate patterns. In Sakaki Town, Nagano Prefecture, this technique is still passed down to this day, and exquisitely crafted works are made. ■Events and Festivals in Sakaki Town, Nagano Prefecture ・Sakaki Hina Dolls The Sakaki Hina Dolls, which is Held in in February and March every year, is a Events where traditional Hina Dolls are exhibited. Hina dolls from the Edo period to the present day gather in one place. The venue is the Iron Exhibition Hall and the Sakaki-juku Furusato History Museum. ・Rose Festival Held in every year from late May to early June at Sakaki Chikuma River Roses Park, the Rose Festival sells rose seedlings and specialty products, Stalls at restaurants, and events.  ■Enjoy Enjoy sightseeing in Sakaki Town, Nagano Prefecture! Sakaki Town in Nagano Prefecture is a fascinating town full of history, nature, and traditional culture. Access is also good, and you can fully enjoy sightseeing, gourmet food, and events. Please come to Sakaki Town in Nagano Prefecture and experience the charm of Sakaki Town in Nagano Prefecture!