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Chokoku-ji Temple
Chokoku-ji Temple is located away from the main area of attractions in Matsushiro but for those curious about Japanese temples, Chokoku-ji might be of interest. The main temple is quite distinctive, ...Obakushu Zozan Emyozenji Temple
A small and curious temple, Obakushu Zozan Emyozenji won’t hold your attention for long but is worth entering when passing-by, enroute and between the other attractions of Matsushiro. Extensively da...Takeyama Zuigo Inari Shrine
Tucked-away behind residential buildings, the Takeyama Zuigo Inari Shrine is, in itself, not going to capture anyone’s attention for long. But for visitors passing by, enroute to the Yamadera Jyosan ...Togakushi ‘Okusha’ (Upper Shrine)
The most important of the five shrines making-up the Togakushi Shrine complex, the 'Okusha' or 'Upper Shrine' is accessed via a 2km trail through the forest. Along the way, visitors pass through the ...Hiking & Walking Trails of Togakushi
Part of the larger Myoko-Togakushi Renzan National Park, Togakushi lies just outside central Nagano City and is an area blessed with fantastic hiking and walking trails. The area has long been cons...Kagami-ike (Lake Kagami)
Located just outside Nagano City in the beautiful region of Togakushi, Kagami-ike or Lake Kagami is a renowned nature spot known for its beauty and tranquility. Translating as ‘mirror lake’, Kagami-i...Togakushi Ninja & Folk Museum inc. Ninja House
Established in the 12th century, the Togakure school of ninja was founded in the mountains of Togakushi and was from that time onward, the area has been known for its connection to those most mysteri...Kids’ Ninja Village
Togakushi is known for several things, and one of those things is their history of the Togakure ninja. You can find the ninja reflected in several attraction in the area. The Ninja House is one ...Togakure Ninja Training in Togakushi
Established in Togakushi in the 12th century, the Togakure school of ninjitsu is one of the three major schools of ninja in Japan. Visitors to Togakushi can of course learn about this tradition a...
