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Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is a city located in the northern part of Shinshu Nagano Prefecture, with a population of about 40,000 (as of 2024).
Thereare in Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture, is a spot rich in beautiful nature scenery and historical sights, and is popular with many tourists.
Fresh fruits and vegetables are also known for their rich agricultural products.

■■■Access to Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture
◇ Tokyo - Access to Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture
Automobile access: Nakano City is about 3 hours and 30 minutes away by car from Tokyo.
The most common route is to take the Metropolitan Expressway Use Kan-etsu Expressway north, go via the Joshinetsu Automobile Expressway Shinshu and get off at the Nakano IC.

Access by train: Access by train from Tokyo to Nakano City is best Used by Shinkansen.
From Tokyo Station, take the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Nagano Station, then transfer to Nagano Electric Railway and arrive at Shinshu Nakano Station in about 30 minutes.
The total journey time is about 1 hour and 50 minutes.

■■■Popular Sightseeing spots in Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture
◇Ippongi Park (Rose Park)
Ippongi Park is one of the Sightseeing spots Representative of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture, and is famous for its beautiful roses in full bloom.
Especially from Spring to early summer, 3,000 shares of about 850 species are in Best time to visit, and the entire park is enveloped in a gorgeous atmosphere.
Events such as the "Nakano Rose Festival" are also Held in, and many tourists visit.

◇Reikanji Temple Musho Daishi Ancestral Hall
Reikanji Temple is a historical Temple built in the Edo period and is considered one of the One of the three most sacred places in Japan.
The Musho Daishi Ancestral Hall in front of the approach to the temple was built in 1959 to commemorate the 600th anniversary of Musou Taishi.
Red and white azalea flowers bloom in May, delighting Worshippers.

◇Jorakuji Temple
The current Main Hall was built in 1819, and the transom with eight carved scenes is designated as a tangible cultural property of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture.
In the arhat hall with a red roof, which stands out from a distance, 500 arhats are enshrinement in Hina-dan.

◇Higashiyama Park
Higashiyama Park, which is about a 20-minute walk from the city center of Nakano City, is popular among citizens as a famous place for cherry blossoms.
Spot with a panoramic view of Nakano City, it is ideal for walking and picnics.

◇Takayashiro, Viewing Road
The Takayashiro, Viewing Road offers beautiful views of the Chikuma River, Five Mountains of Northern Shinshu and Nakano City.
Visit Visit especially in autumn because the autumn leaves are beautiful.

◇Tatsuyuki Tatsuno Memorial Hall / Hometown Bridge
It is a memorial hall that conveys the achievements of Tatsuyuki Tatsuno, who created famous songs such as "Hometown".
The hometown Bridge is located near the memorial hall, There is a there is a "hometown" melody Panel installed on the parapet, so you can cross the bridge while listening to the melody.

◇Clay Doll Painting Experience
You can experience painting clay doll paintings that have been loved by the locals for a long time as local toys in Nakano City at the Japanese Clay Doll Museum.
You can color your favorite dolls such as puppies, sitting rabbits, moon rabbits, and beckoning cats.
beckoning cat is also popular with foreign tourists visiting Japan as There are "Lucky Cat".

■■■Events and Festivals in Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture
◇Nakano Gion Festival
Nakano Gion Festival is a traditional Festival that is Held in every July.
It is a historic festival that originated from a horse-riding event held about 500 years ago.
portable shrine and the Great Lion Procession procession the city, allowing locals and tourists alike to come together for fun. There are many stalls and Stalls lined up, and a lively atmosphere is Unfolds.

◇Nakano Shon Shon Festival
On the main street of Nakano City, you can enjoy dancing by dancers and participants dressed in various costumes. It is a festival where you can jump in and participate.

■■■Specialty products of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture
◇ Enokitake
Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is famous as a production area for enokitake mushrooms.
Fresh Naenokitake mushrooms are widely used not only in Local cuisine but also throughout the country.

◇ Apples
Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is also known as a production area of apples, which boasts one of the highest production volumes in Japan, and produces fragrant and flavorful apples.
Local farmers painstakingly grow apples that are highly regarded nationwide.

■■■Tourist Information of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture!
Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is a Mr./Ms. Sightseeing spot with beautiful Nature, rich history, and fascinating Sightseeing spot and events.
Please visit Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture and have a wonderful experience that will remain in your memory.
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