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The spectacular view from the top of one of many ski lifts.  (Photo: Ben Beech )

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If you're visiting Nagano, check out this list of top tips and things to do to make the most of your time there.

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Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort

Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort

Anonymous

With its varied, big mountain terrain, fantastic snow, and free onsens, Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort is possibly the best snow resort..

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Togakushi Okusha Shrine 14

Togakushi Okusha Shrine

Vicky Amin

Be transported by the mysterious aura of an avenue of cedar woods, and take in the serenity of Togakushi Okusha Shrine on the verge..

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Matsumoto Frog Festival

Matsumoto Frog Festival

Late Jun

Matsumoto's Frog Festival only happens two days every year. Make sure to catch it while it's here!

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Nagaoka Festival

Nagaoka Festival

Early Aug

Nagaoka Festival and Fireworks a tradition since 1946 to commemorate victims of war and earthquakes.

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Zenkoji Temple

Zenkoji Temple

Japan Travel

Zenkoji Temple in Nagano prefecture is considered one of Japan's most popular temples in Japan and the largest after Nara's..

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Frog Street in Matsumoto

Frog Street in Matsumoto

Ignatius Koh

Nawate Street is a frog-themed street south of Matsumoto Castle. Many shops, ranging from food to antiques, line the narrow street,..

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Hoshino Resorts KAI Alps

Hoshino Resorts KAI Alps

Tom Roseveare

Hoshino Resorts KAI Alps lies in the deep Omachi onsen territory of Nagano's Northern Alps mountain range, and promises an invigorating..

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Lantern Festival in Nozawa Onsen

Lantern Festival in Nozawa Onsen

Early Sep

Nozawa Holidays are hosting guests over the weekend of the 8th and 9th of September for the autumn lantern festival. The festival..

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Onbashira Matsuri in Suwa, Nagano

Onbashira Matsuri in Suwa, Nagano

Apr 2nd - May 16th 2022

Onbashira Matsuri in Suwa, Nagano is filled with plenty of singing, dancing, colorful costumes and merrymaking in general.

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