[Image1]A packed winter of events! Introducing December's event lineup ✨1. Nagano Christmas Market 2025The N
[Image2]A packed winter of events! Introducing December's event lineup ✨1. Nagano Christmas Market 2025The N
[Image3]A packed winter of events! Introducing December's event lineup ✨1. Nagano Christmas Market 2025The N
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[Image8]A packed winter of events! Introducing December's event lineup ✨1. Nagano Christmas Market 2025The N
[Image9]A packed winter of events! Introducing December's event lineup ✨1. Nagano Christmas Market 2025The N

A packed winter of events! Introducing December's event lineup ✨

1. Nagano Christmas Market 2025
The Nagano Christmas Market, which drew many visitors last year, returns this year!
Traditional Christmas decorations and a market that evokes authentic German charm await you.

Date: Friday, December 12 – Thursday, December 25
Hours:
Weekdays: 15:00–20:00
Weekends: 11:00–20:00
Venue: Nagano Station East Exit Park
*See the official website for details*


2. Togakushi Ski Resort Opens
With a variety of runs, both beginners and advanced skiers can have fun.
Enjoy a full program of events and a wide selection of slope-side dining for even more fun!

Planned opening date: Saturday, December 13
Hours: 8:30–16:15
Venue: Togakushi Ski Resort
*See the official website for details*


3. Zenkoji Omotesando Illumination
Zenkoji Omotesando and the Nagano Station area will be magically lit with illuminations ✨

Period: Saturday, November 15 – Monday, February 23, 2026
Hours: 17:00–22:00
Area: Zenkoji Omotesando (Nagano Station Ekimae Crossing to Zenkoji Crossing)
Christmas tree locations:
Nagano Station Zenkoji Exit Station Square
Seisen University Higashiguchi Campus
Nagano Tokyu Department Store Front Plaza
*Christmas trees will be on display until Thursday, December 25.*
*See the official website for details*


4. 100th-Edition Commemoration: Zenkoji Binzuru Market
This handmade market celebrates its 100th edition this December!
A variety of food and craft stalls will gather, creating a market that makers, buyers, locals, and tourists alike can enjoy.
An original commemorative novelty item is also planned.

Dates: Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14
Hours: 10:00–15:00
Venue: Shiroyama Park
*See the official website for details*


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Nov. 18, 2025
Use the Zenkoji Omotesando Walk-and-Taste Ticket to enjoy sweets at a great value ✨ 1. “Koi-yaki and Matcha Set” Fujita Kuemon Shoten Enjoy koi-shaped pastries called koi-yaki along with a bowl of matcha, rather than the usual tai (sea bream) shape. Koi-yaki made with seasonal ingredients are also popular. Phone: 026-219-2293 Hours: 6:30 until sold out Winter hours (Dec–Feb): 7:00 until sold out Closed: Irregular holidays 2. “100% Apple Juice” Shinshu Monzen Bakery Kura The shop is a renovated storehouse over 120 years old next to Zenkoji Daikanjin Temple, offering a calm, welcoming space. We also recommend their high-quality breads made with domestic wheat. Phone: 050-8883-6606 Hours: 10:00–16:00 Closed: Tuesday and Wednesday 3. “Nagano Apple Pie” PATISSERIE Ringo no Ki Nagano Ekimae Located right in front of the Nagano Station intersection, the shop is extremely easy to reach. They offer a wide selection of Nagano-flavored confections and fresh Western-style pastries. Phone: 026-227-1222 Hours: 9:00–19:00 Closed: None (closed only on January 1) 4. “Two Soba Manju” Okashitsukasa Kiyoe A wagashi shop tucked into a lane on the west side of Zenkoji in the monzen town area. In addition to the signature sweet Ishigoromo, which showcases craftsmen’s skills, they also sell oyaki and dango. Phone: 026-232-7396 Hours: 8:00–18:00 Closed: Thursday (open on public holidays) Zenkoji Walk-and-Taste Ticket This value ticket lets you choose and purchase items from 19 shops offering Nagano specialties and sweets! ✨How to use✨ 1. Buy a ticket (¥700 per ticket, tax included) Tickets are available at the Nagano City Tourist Information Center and at some participating shops (12 stores). 2. At shops listed in the pamphlet, exchange the stickers attached to the ticket (five ¥100 stickers and four ¥50 stickers) for products. 3. Turn in used tickets to exchange for a prize (receive an original bag!). The ticket costs less than buying items separately and lets you sample many shops’ flavors in small portions, making it perfect for a food-walking tour ✨ For more details, see the highlights on @nagano_cvb! #walk-and-taste #sweets #gourmet #Nagano City #Nagano Prefecture #Nagano Tourism #Nagano Travel #nagano #naganocity