10 TOP Things to Do in Nagano Prefecture (2026 Activity Guide)

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Matsumoto Castle featuring a pond, heritage architecture and a sunset

Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort which includes snow boarding and snow as well as a large group of people

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What to do in Nagano Prefecture

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Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area

Hit the slopes at Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area, a top ski area in Hokujo. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Shiga Kogen Ski Area

Hit the slopes at Shiga Kogen Ski Area, a top ski area in Yamanouchi. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area.

Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort

Explore the stunning tree-lined ridges and open slopes of this ski resort. Soak tired muscles in healing hot springs in the nearby traditional village.

Hakuba mountain range on a clear sunny day. The very steep mountain area is between two ski resorts, Happo-One and Goryu. A natural flat area between the ranges is inhabited by the local villagers.; S

Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Hakuba with a visit to Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Karuizawa with a visit to Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort. Discover the area's hot springs and shops.

Skiers on ski slope with jagged mountain backdrop. Hakuba, Japan

Tsugaike Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Otari with a visit to Tsugaike Ski Resort. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Jigokudani Monkey Park

Meet the animals who call Jigokudani Monkey Park home during your trip to Yudanaka Shibu Onsen. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area.

Matsumoto Castle

Find out about the history of Matsumoto when you take a trip to Matsumoto Castle. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.

Shibu

You can take time to visit Shibu during your travels to Yudanaka Shibu Onsen. Amble within the natural setting or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Areas of Nagano Prefecture

Hirao, Yamanouchi, Shimotakai District, Nagano Prefecture 381-0401, Japan

Shiga Highlands

Shiga Highlands is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Hasuike Ski Area.

Skiing in January. We had lessons at the Evergreen ski school. #Japan #snow #skiing

Echo Land

Echo Land might not have many top sights, but Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area and Happo-one Adam Gondola are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Nagano City, Japan Cityscape Panorama from Asahi Mountain

Kurita

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Kurita. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Nio-mon Gate and Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum are a few top sights nearby.

Traditional Japanese dining experience in Nagano. Incredible façade with sake labels. Enter through a small wooden door and immense yourself in a truly unique dining experience. Reserve well in advance, if possible. Lots of sake to try!

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Minaminagano

While visiting Minaminagano, you might make a stop by sights like Kitano Cultural Center and Gondo Shopping Street.

Togakushi

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Togakushi. You might want to make time for a stop at Chibikko Ninja Village or Togakushi Ski Area.

Matsumoto Castle Exterior, Nagano, Japan

Minamichitose

While there might not be top attractions in Minamichitose, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nio-mon Gate and Japanese Traditional Paper Museum.