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Akasawa Natural Recreational Forest
Located in the beautiful Kiso Valley, the Akasawa Natural Recreational Forest – or more simply referred to as Akasawa Forest – is blessed with numerous ‘hinoki’ (cyress) trees, many of which are over...Aburagibirin Forest
For more than 300 years, the trees of Aburagibirin Forest have been protected and cannot be logged. Thanks to this protection, immense trees now populate the forest including Japanese cypress, sawara...Shiga Kogen Highlands
Located in the north-east of Nagano Prefecture and within the larger Joshinetsu Kogen National Park, Shiga Kogen Highlands covers approximately 30,000ha / 300km². A landscape formed by volcanic erupt...Kurobe Dam
Kurobe Dam is the tallest arch dam (186m) in Japan and a popular destination along the famous Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. The structure is a symbol of pride for many Japanese, having required the la...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...Mount Shirane
Located in the Joshinetsu Kogen National Park Mt. Shirane – often referred to as Kusatsu-Shirane – is a series of volcanic peaks, including some of the most active in Japan. At 2160 metres above sea ...
