Nagano (長野市, Nagano-shi, pronounced [naganoꜜ ɕi] [2]) is the capital and largest city of Nagano Prefecture, located in the Nagano Basin (Zenkoji Daira) in the central Chūbu region of Japan. Nagano is categorized as a core city of Japan .

Nagano City (長野) is the capital of Nagano Prefecture. It evolved as a temple town around Zenkoji, one of Japan's most popular temples. In 1998, the city hosted the Winter Olympic Games, and some former olympic facilities can still be viewed around town.

Discover the top things to do in Nagano, a mountainous region in Chubu, known for the rural beauty of Kamikochi, resort-like Karuizawa, or the magic of Matsumoto Castle. A former Winter Oympics host, Nagano is popular for skiing and snowboarding – as well as snow monkeys!

2023年11月9日 · Enjoy Nagano's wild natural scenery at its many national parks, historical sites and hot springs. Here are our recommendations for 15 of Nagano’s best sightseeing spots.

Nagano Prefecture (長野県, Nagano-ken) is a landlocked prefecture of Japan located in the Chūbu region of Honshū. [2] Nagano Prefecture has a population of 2,007,682 (as of 1 July 2023) and has a geographic area of 13,561.56 square kilometres (5,236.15 sq mi).

Enjoy Nagano's wild natural scenery at its many national parks, historical sites and hot springs. Take in Nagano’s top highlights, including a samurai-era post town, a national treasure castle, the snow monkeys, the spiritual mo... Enjoy some of the most delicious local dishes and snacks from around Nagano.

2020年1月26日 · Here are the 15 best things to do in Nagano … 1. Visit Zenkoji. Zenkoji is a temple that was built in the 7th century and this is also one of the most famous pilgrimage sites in Japan for the Buddhist community.

2020年8月28日 · Discover the city of Nagano in the Japanese Alps, popular for winter sports enthusiasts. Known for the 1998 Winter Olympics, Nagano is also acclaimed for Buddhist pilgrimages and hikes in the Japanese Alps.

Planning a trip to Japan's Nagano prefecture? Here's a rundown of things to do in Nagano, including the Snow Monkeys.

Plan your trip to Nagano, Japan. Explore Nagano for world-class skiing and snowboarding, bathing snow monkeys and an impressive castle, all within easy reach of Tokyo.