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How To Get To Kiso Valley & Nakasendo
Kiso Valley is a relatively spread-out area along the Kiso River with its attractions sometimes quite far apart. For that reason, it is quite helpful to consider the region as the central Kiso Va...How to Get The Most out of The Nakasendo & Kiso Valley
Welcome to the Kiso Valley! If you are planning a visit here as part of your trip to Japan, what a trip you are in for! Did you ever wish you had a time machine? Wish no more! Just get on the train in...15 Things to Do Around Obuse & Where to Stay
Only 25 to 30-minutes by train from Nagano Station, Obuse is a small but historic town that offers an enjoyable morning or afternoon outing in combination with nearby destinations including the J...How To Get To Obuse
Located between Nagano City and the Yamanouchi area - home of the Jigokudani Monkey Park - Obuse is a small but historic town famous for its chestnut confectioneries, 'miso' and 'sake' breweries,...25 Things to Do Around Matsumoto & Where to Stay
Located in the shadow the North Japan Alps, Matsumoto is a small historic city best-known for its castle. As a registered National Treasure, Matsumoto Castle is without doubt the beacon that draw...Getting Around Azumino – Rental Bicycle, Bus & Taxi
So, you’ve made it to Azumino, the gateway to the Japan Alps and home of Daio Wasabi Farm. If you have some time to spare, there is plenty to see in the city including many art museums, hot sprin...How To Get To Azumino From The Snow Monkey Park
There is more than one way to get to the Azumino area from the Jigokudani Monkey Park using public transport. Keep reading to the different options and decide what best fits your schedule. But no...15 Things to Do in Kamikochi & Where to Stay
Part of the larger Chubu Sangaku National Park, Kamikochi is a beautiful alpine valley nestled within Japan's highest mountain range. Open to the public from April to November, it is without ques...Dinner at Japanese Dining GOEN with Free shuttle service from Shiga Kogen & Kanbayashi Onsen
*Please note - we are sorry to inform that Japanese Dining GOEN will not be operating their shuttle service in winter 2020/21. We hope that it will again be available in winter 2021/22*.The res...