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1. Kagami Pond (Togakushi)
【Best Viewing Period】Mid-October to Late October
【Entrance Fee】Free
【Parking】50 cars
*Traffic regulations may be enforced during the autumn foliage season.
*For details, please check the Togakushi Tourism Association website.


2. Kiyomizudera (Wakaho)
【Best Viewing Period】Early November to Late November
【Entrance Fee】Free for the precinct
【Parking】30 cars
Many maple trees are planted along the approach, creating a vibrant display of colorful foliage.


3. Zenkoji Temple East Garden
【Best Viewing Period】Late October to Mid-November
【Entrance Fee】Free for the East Garden
【Parking】Paid parking available around Zenkoji Temple


4. Okususobana Nature Garden (Kinasa)
【Best Viewing Period】Late October to Early November
【Entrance Fee】200 yen for middle school students and older
【Parking】Available (300 cars, 25 large buses)
Walking paths are also well-maintained.
<Example Walking Course>
●Tourist Center ~ Rest House ~ Benten Island ~ Kichi Pond ~ Komihira Wetlands / About 2 hours
*For details, please visit the Kinasa Tourism Promotion Association website.


5. Obo Pass (Kinasa)
【Best Viewing Period】Mid-October to Mid-November
【Entrance Fee】Free
【Parking】About 5 cars
You can enjoy views of the Northern Alps and the legendary foliage of Ichiya Mountain, said to have been created by demons in a single night, along with the natural beauty of the hidden gem, Kinasa.


6. Lake Iizuna (Iizuna Highlands)
【Best Viewing Period】Mid-October to Early November
【Entrance Fee】Free
You can enjoy the reflection of the autumn foliage of Mt. Iizuna on the water's surface.


7. Kumeji Gorge (Shinshu Shinmachi)
【Best Viewing Period】Late October to Early November
【Entrance Fee】Free
【Parking】About 5 cars
The beautiful red colors of the foliage reflect on the water's surface, creating a picturesque scene.


8. Jozan Yamadera Historic Residence (Matsushiro)
【Best Viewing Period】Late October to Mid-November
【Entrance Fee】Free
【Parking】Zozan East Parking Lot (5-minute walk to Jozan Yamadera)
7 passenger cars and 7 large buses
The foliage visible through the round window is very beautiful.


The Nagano Tourism Convention Bureau website summarizes the autumn foliage conditions in Nagano City.

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Introducing recommended events in Nagano City for October!✨ 〈If you want to revisit this later, don't forget to tap the "save" icon!〉 ①Matsushiro Domain Sanada 100,000 Stones Festival Experience the history and traditions of the Sanada family over a special two days. The highlight is the impressive parade of about 200 warriors, known as the "Matsushiro Domain Sanada 100,000 Stones Procession," taking place on the 11th (Sunday)! 【Date】10/10 (Sat) to 10/11 (Sun) *The "Matsushiro Domain Sanada 100,000 Stones Procession" will be held on 10/11 (Sun). 【Venue】Around Matsushiro Castle Ruins *Please check the official website for details. ②Kawanakajima Battlefield Festival Fireworks Display At the Kawanakajima Battlefield Historic Park, there will be many stalls selling alcohol, snacks, and sweets, allowing you to enjoy delicious food while watching the fireworks up close! 【Date】10/10 (Sat) 【Time】Stage events from 15:00, Fireworks Display from 18:00 【Venue】Kawanakajima Battlefield Historic Park *For details, please visit the official website. ③Togakushi Soba Festival New Soba Offering Ceremony This is a traditional festival that conveys the history of Togakushi soba to the present day. You can enjoy the "Offering Soba" made from sacred buckwheat flour blessed during the ceremony, available in limited quantities! 【Date】10/30 (Fri) 【Time】9:00~ 【Venue】Togakushi Shrine Chusha Special Stage in the Chusha Garden *The offering soba will be sold after the ceremony on 10/30 (Fri) (around 12:30 and onwards) at participating soba shops and affiliated accommodations (limited to 15 servings per shop). *Please check the official website or account for details. ④Kinasa and Togakushi Kijo Momiji Legend Photo Quiz 2026 This is a tour-style event where you can explore the sites related to the Kijo Momiji legend while taking photos and participating in quizzes. Experience the legendary world that spreads from Kinasa, adorned with autumn leaves, to Togakushi. 【Event Period】10/10 (Sat) to 11/15 (Sun) 【Location】Kinasa area *For details, please check the official website or account. ⑤Togakushi and Iizuna Highlands "All-Inclusive Experience! Stamp Rally" Participate in designated experience content to get stamps! Enjoy the refreshing green season of the highlands to the fullest! 【Event Period】8/1 (Sat) to 10/31 (Sat) 【Location】Togakushi and Iizuna area 【Participation Method and Prize Details】 (1) Participate in designated experience content (camping stays, e-bike rentals, nature experiences, soba making experiences, etc.). (2) Collect two stamps → Receive an original sticker! (3) Collect three stamps → In addition to receiving a badge set designed with Togakushi Mountain and Iizuna Mountain, you can enter a lottery for a chance to win luxurious prizes! 【Stamp Collection Locations】 Togakushi Campground Iizuna Nagano Forest Village Togakushi Tourism Association Iizuna Highlands Tourism Association Nagano City Tourist Information Center, etc. ⑥Zenkoji Temple Binzuru Market Held as a handmade market inspired by the Buddha's beloved disciple "Binzuru-san"! Various food and craft stalls will gather, creating a market where everyone, including makers, buyers, locals, and tourists, can enjoy. 【Date】10/10 (Sat) *Regularly held on the second Saturday of each month from April to December 【Time】10:00~16:00 【Venue】Around Zenkoji Temple #Event Information #Nagano City Events #Sanada 100,000 Stones Festival #Nagano City #Nagano Tourism