The Azumino Tourism Association will tell you about the current state of Azumino (Traditional Japanese straw raincoat), a garden city at the foot of Mt. of the Northern Alps.

Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture (Azu Traditional Japanese straw raincoat shi) is located in the middle of Nagano Prefecture, Restrooms available in the central part of Nagano Prefecture, sandwiched between Matsumoto City to the south and Hakuba Village to the north.

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[What is Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture?] 】
Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture, Azumino City is a city blessed with beautiful nature surrounded by the mountains of the Northern Alps. With a population of about 92,000 (April 2024), it is a place where history and culture come alive along with a rich Nature environment. The beautiful scenery of the four seasons is attractive, especially fascinates people who visit the cherry blossoms in the Spring, the fresh greenery in summer, the Autumn leaves in autumn, and the snowy scenery in winter.

Since the Meiji era, Wasabi Cultivation has flourished, and the tradition has been passed down to this day, and Azumino is known as the Wasabi Growing Area of One of the best in Japan.

【Introduction of Sightseeing spots in Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture, Azumino City】
・Daio Wasabi Farm
Daio Wasabi Farm is one of the Representative tourist Spots of Azumino City. It is one of the largest Wasabi Farms in Japan, boasting an area of more than 10 Tokyo Domes, and the scenery of beautiful waterways is breathtaking. You can also enjoy a tour of the Wasabi Field and various gourmet foods using wasabi.

・Hodaka Shrine
It is said to be Azumino's Power Spot. Since ancient times, it has been widely believed as the guardian god of the Japan Alps, traffic safety, and industrial safety.

・National Alps Azumino Park (Hori Kanehotaka District)
It is one of the six national parks in the Kanto-Koshinetsu region. It is a vast Nature Park and a popular Spot for families and couples. In the park, there are flower beds with seasonal Flowers in bloom, playground equipment for children to enjoy, Barbecue areas, Day Camp Area There are.

・Azumino Chihiro Art Museum
The Azumino Chihiro Art Museum is an art museum that exhibits the works of picture book author Chihiro Iwasaki.
In a tranquil environment surrounded by beautiful nature, you can enjoy the world of heartwarming Picture books. It's a soothing place for families and art lovers alike.

・Roadside Station Alps Azumino Horigane no sato
Roadside Station located at the foot of Mt. of the Northern Alps is lined with Fresh, safe, secure, and handmade agricultural products. Azumino's Souvenirs, which focuses on Fresh vegetables and fruits, is also recommended.

・Outdoor Activities
Activities such as Clear streams, rafting, and clear boating are recommended if you want to fully enjoy Azumino. There is also a Course where you can ride a mountain bike while looking up at the Northern Alps, Restrooms available. Other, there are also horseback riding and F1, so you can enjoy it in various ways.

・ Handmade experience, indoor experience
There are also plenty of hands-on programs such as Buckwheat noodles making experience, glass blowing experience, glass hanko making, pottery experience, authentic chopstick making, and so on. Please try it according to your interests.

・Climbing in the Northern Alps
The Northern Alps are a Japan one of the best mountainous region consisting of 3,000 Meter mountains.
Azumino City, located at the foot of Mt. in the Northern Alps, is also recommended as a base for climbing the Northern Alps.
It is known as the gateway to Mt. Chogatake, which is popular as a viewpoint for Mt. Yarigatake and Hotaka mountain range, Mt. Tsubakuro the queen of the Northern Alps in 100 Famous Mountains of Japan.

【Specialty products of Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture, Azumino City】
・Wasabi
Azumino City is known as the Wasabi Growing Area of One of the best in Japan. Clear water and cool climate make Wasabi cultivation suitable for cultivation, and its quality is highly appreciated both at home and abroad. There are many dishes and processing products that use wasabi, so be sure to taste wasabi from Azumino when you When you visit.

・Rainbow trout
Rainbow trout farmed in the clear water of Azumino City is also one of the specialty products. In recent years, "Shinshu salmon" born from fish called Rainbow trout and Brown trout has become popular.

【Introduction of festivals and events in Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture, Azumino City】
・Ofune Festival
Ofune Festival is a traditional Festival that takes place in September every year and takes place in Hotaka Shrine.
Boat-shaped festival floats parade through the towns, and the local people come together to liven up the festivals.

【Sightseeing spots in Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture, Azumino City】
Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture, Azumino City is a fascinating region surrounded by beautiful nature and rich history. Please visit Azumino City and experience its charm.
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