Shinano
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Elan Hotel Lake Nojiri
Great place to stay and super accommodating with everything!! They offer free shuttles and it was so easy to ski nearby resorts
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Hotel Tangram

Hotel Metropolitan Nagano
Clean room, great location
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Green Bell Kurohime Kogen
쿠로히메역에서 차로 5분 정도 들어갑니다. 주변이 펜션지대라 산책하기 좋습니다. 그릇등이 잘 준비되어 있지만 양념류는 없습니다. 구글지도에서 그린벨 쿠로히메를 영어로 검색하면 다른 곳으로 안내하니 반드시 일어로 검색하세요
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2019

HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin
Very clean, modern hotel with excellent service from the staff. The hotel shuttle to the ski areas in Hakuba was very convenient. The hotel shuttle even picked us up when we were shopping in town and could not catch an Uber or Taxi. The service was exceptional.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Condominium Hakuba Goryu
The location can't be beaten. The staff are wonderful and the rooms are clean and comfortable, they're also bigger than other's I've stayed in while in Japan. The complimentary bus to the supermarket is a great added bonus. Also keep an eye out for the troupe of Snow Monkeys that are often in the ...
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Popular places to visit

Lake Nojiri
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Nojiri during your travels in Shinano. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
Tangram Ski Circus
Hit the slopes in Shinano with a visit to Tangram Ski Circus. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area.
Kurohime Kogen Snow Park
Hit the slopes in Shinano with a visit to Kurohime Kogen Snow Park. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.
Kurohime Fairy Tale Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Kurohime Fairy Tale Museum in Shinano. Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area.
Madarao Tokyu Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Shinano at Madarao Tokyu Golf Club. Discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area, or seek out the ski slopes.
Lake Nojiri Naumann Elephant Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Lake Nojiri Naumann Elephant Museum during your trip to Shinano. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
Things to do

From Matsumoto/Nagano: Nakasendo Trail Walking Tour

Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip
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Snow Monkey Park & Miso Production Day Tour from Nagano

Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake

Snow Monkeys, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano








