The temperature continues to drop here in Nagano, and with that, the beautiful autumn leaves are quickly transforming the landscape – perhaps the most beautiful time of year in Central Japan.
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October 7, 2020
#SNOWMONKEYRESORTSLOCAL: Nagano in Autumn – Head to Hakuba & Enjoy the Autumn Leaves of Tsugaike
The temperature continues to drop here in Nagano, and with that, the beautiful autumn leaves are quickly transforming the landscape – perhaps the most beautiful time of year in Central Japan.
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September 24, 2020
#SNOWMONKEYRESORTSLOCAL: Nagano in Autumn – Enjoy the Autumn Leaves of Shiga Kogen & Kita-Shiga Kogen, Yamanouchi
Autumn is a time of true beauty in Japan. The high temperatures of summer have dissipated yet the days remain pleasantly warm while the evenings are cool and crisp. As we move further into autumn... -
September 16, 2020
#SNOWMONKEYRESORTSLOCAL: Nagano in Autumn – ‘Koyo’ Season Will Soon Be Here!
Over the past week, the temperature has certainly
begun to drop here in Nagano. The days remain pleasant and warm but the heat and
humidity of summer have gone, and nights are starting to feel cr... -
September 10, 2020
Go Slow & Discover Yamanouchi – Snow Monkeys, Ski Resorts & A Whole Lot More!
Visitors to Nagano will almost certainly of heard of the Jigokudani Monkey Park and its now famous, hot-spring loving monkeys!
One of Nagano’s most popular destinations, the monkeys c... -
August 26, 2020
Visit Yuzawa & Niigata – Central Japan’s Legendary ‘Snow Country’
Lying to the northwest of Tokyo, the small hot spring town of Yuzawa has a big reputation. Fondly known as ‘yukiguni’ or ‘snow country’, the area in and around Yuzawa was brought into the nationa... -
August 24, 2020
Using the Joetsu Shinkansen to Visit Yuzawa & Niigata – Escape the City & Get Back to Nature
With the summer holidays now drawing to a close, our attention turns to the coming autumn. Though days are still hot, the worst of the humidity has now gone and the evenings are cool and comforta... -
August 19, 2020
Discover the Kii Peninsula – Japan’s Inspiring Spiritual Nexus
In our recent blog, ‘Explore Central Japan – Using the Tokaido Shinkansen to Reach Nagoya & Beyond!’ – we highlighted Nagoya as one of the region’s most attractive destinations and a convenie... -
August 11, 2020
Enjoy Nagano in Summer – Open Spaces, Cool Evenings & Lots to Do!
If
you are living in Nagano or headed this way over the next few weeks, it’s a
great time to enjoy some of the many attractions and activities on offer in and
around the city. Nagano isn’t immune... -
July 6, 2020
#TRAVELTOMORROW: Clean Green & Healthy – Get Outdoors & Get Back to Nature!
When thinking about your future travel to Japan, it’s a
great time to consider heading outdoors and exploring some of Japan’s beautiful
natural landscapes. Whether you are first-time visitor or s... -
July 3, 2020
#TRAVELTOMORROW: Clean Green & Healthy – Discover Central Japan
When researching and planning a visit to Japan, understanding the regions and which areas are nearby others, can be a little confusing – particularly for first-time visitors.
While some n... -
April 2, 2020
#TRAVELTOMORROW: Plan Your Visit to on of Japan’s Most Stunning Natural Landscapes
Nestled high in the Chubu Sangaku National Park, Kamikochi is one of Nagano and Japan’s most beautiful alpine landscapes. Renowned for its pristine nature and spiritual importance, the stunning alpi... -
June 17, 2019
RECOMMENDED TRAIL IN NAGANO PART 2: HISTORIC TRAILS
In the next installment of our “Recommended Trails in Nagano” series, let’s take a look at two of the most captivating historical trails in the prefecture—the Nakasendo Post Town Trail and the Togakus... -
May 31, 2019
RECOMMENDED TRAILS IN NAGANO PART 1: MOUNTAIN TRAILS
Here in Nagano during the the month of May, the rice fields are filled with water in preparation for planting. The flooded fields create a mirror-like surface, reflecting the majestic snow-capped ... -
April 16, 2019
CYCLING THROUGH RURAL AZUMINO TO MATSUMOTO CASTLE!
As mentioned in the recent cherry blossom forecast, Nagano’s long winter has finally come to an end!
The snows that attract skiers from all over the world are giving way to the leaves, buds, an...
