10 TOP Things to Do in Nagano Prefecture (2026 Activity Guide)

Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort which includes a luxury hotel or resort and a hot spring as well as a small group of people

Matsumoto Castle featuring a pond, heritage architecture and a sunset

Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort which includes snowboarding and snow as well as a large group of people

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What to do in Nagano Prefecture

Popular places to visit

Shiga Kogen Ski Area

Hit the slopes at Shiga Kogen Ski Area, a top ski area in Yamanouchi. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area.

Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area

Hit the slopes at Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area, a top ski area in Hokujo. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort

Explore the stunning tree-lined ridges and open slopes of this ski resort. Soak tired muscles in healing hot springs in the nearby traditional village.

Hakuba mountain range on a clear sunny day. The very steep mountain area is between two ski resorts, Happo-One and Goryu. A natural flat area between the ranges is inhabited by the local villagers.; S

Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort

Hit the slopes at Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort, a top ski area in Hakuba. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Karuizawa with a visit to Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort. Discover the area's hot springs and shops.

Skiers on ski slope with jagged mountain backdrop. Hakuba, Japan

Tsugaike Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Otari with a visit to Tsugaike Ski Resort. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Jigokudani Monkey Park

See the exotic and native animals who call Jigokudani Monkey Park home during your travels in Yudanaka Shibu Onsen. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area.

Matsumoto Castle

Find out about the history of Matsumoto with a stop at Matsumoto Castle. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.

Sunset in Prince Shopping plaza Karuizawa.

Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza

During your trip to Karuizawa, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza. Discover the area's hot springs and seek out the ski slopes.

Areas of Nagano Prefecture

Hirao, Yamanouchi, Shimotakai District, Nagano Prefecture 381-0401, Japan

Shiga Highlands

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Shiga Highlands is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Hasuike Ski Area.

Skiing in January. We had lessons at the Evergreen ski school. #Japan #snow #skiing

Echo Land

While Echo Land may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area and Happo-one Adam Gondola.

Nagano City, Japan Cityscape Panorama from Asahi Mountain

Kurita

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Kurita. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Nio-mon Gate and Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum are a few top places to visit.

Traditional Japanese dining experience in Nagano. Incredible façade with sake labels. Enter through a small wooden door and immense yourself in a truly unique dining experience. Reserve well in advance, if possible. Lots of sake to try!

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Minaminagano

While visiting Minaminagano, you might make a stop by sights like Gondo Shopping Street and Kitano Cultural Center.

Togakushi

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Togakushi. You might want to make time for a stop at Chibikko Ninja Village or Togakushi Ski Area.

Matsumoto Castle Exterior, Nagano, Japan

Minamichitose

When in Minamichitose, you can plan a visit to Nio-mon Gate and Gondo Shopping Street, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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