Tourist information

    Zenkoji Temple

     

    A representative tourist spot in Shinshu

    Zenkoji Temple, which is said to have been built about 1,400 years ago, is famous for being a temple that promises paradise to all people, regardless of their sect or sect, and has the Amida Buddha as its principal image.

    Access

    15 minutes by bus from JR Nagano Station

    Jigokudani Monkey Park

     

    Japanese macaques (snow monkeys) bathing in a hot spring

    The only monkeys in the world that bathe in hot springs. You can observe the fascinating behavior of Japanese macaques up close.

    Access

    Nagano Electric Railway Express 45 minutes - bus 15 minutes - walk approx. 30 minutes

    Togakushi Shrine

     

    One of Japan's most powerful spots

    Togakushi Shrine is located at the foot of the sacred Mt. Togakushi and consists of five shrines - Okusha, Nakasha, Hokosha, Kuzuryusha, and Hinomikosha - and has a history spanning more than 2,000 years since its founding.

    Access

    60 minutes by bus from JR Nagano Station

    Togakushi Ski Resort

     

    19 diverse courses and spectacular views

    There are 19 courses that can be enjoyed by a wide range of customers, from small children trying skiing for the first time to experts competing in competitions.
    The view of the Togakushi mountain range from the summit is breathtaking.

    Access

    60 minutes by bus from JR Nagano Station

    Goto Keita Future Creation Center

     

    青木村の先人、五島慶太翁は、東急グループの礎を築いた実業家であるとともに、教育者として次世代の育成に力を注いだ人でもありました。また、若くして故郷を離れ多岐に渡って活躍する一方、生涯を通じて「ふるさと・信州」との関わりを持ち続けてきた人でもあります。
    「五島慶太未来創造館」は、五島慶太翁のふるさとでもある青木村で偉大な軌跡を振り返るとともに、小さな山村から実業界に大きくはばたいた先人の想いを、これからの時代を生きる人々につなげていくための施設です。

    Distance from the hotel

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    【place】

    3270-3 Tazawa, Aoki Village, Ogata County Nagano, 386-1601

    [Opening hours]

    9:00am - 5:00pm (last entry 4:30pm)

    【closing day】

    Every Monday, the day after a public holiday, and the New Year holidays (if a public holiday falls on a Monday, the museum will be closed the following Tuesday.)

    [Admission Fee]

    Free

    【parking】

    Please use the parking lots at Aoki Village Library and Aoki Village Cultural Center.

    Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort (Mountain Harbor)

     

    A wonderful observation terrace with a cafe was completed near the summit of Hakuba Iwatake in the fall of 2018. You can relax at the cafe while taking in the spectacular view, or enjoy a walk in the surrounding forest.

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    Dogs are welcome on the gondola. Let them play in the dog run near the mountaintop.

    Access

    Car or express bus (departing from Nagano Station East Exit)

    Distance from the hotel

    Car: Approx. 1 hour 10 minutes
    Express bus (departing from Nagano Station East Exit) Approx. 1 hour 20 minutes

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    【place】

    12056 Hokujo, Hakuba Village, Kitaazumi District, Nagano 399-9301

    Obuse

     

    A town of chestnuts, art museums and gourmet food

    小布施は、長野県北部に位置する町。
    四方を川と山に囲まれ、りんごやぶどう、栗などの生産が盛んです。
    長い歳月をかけて取り組んできた「景観の修復」は、目に飛び込んでくる建物や店舗、植樹、田園風景、路地にまで及びます。
    豊かな自然と調和する歴史的な文化の町です。

    Access

    Nagano Electric Railway Nagano Station to Obuse Station Approx. 35 minutes

    Nagano Prefectural Art Museum

     

    It is located within Shiroyama Park on the east side of Zenkoji Temple.
    It consists of the Main Building, which mainly houses works by local artists and local landscape paintings, and the Higashiyama Kaii Museum, which houses works by Japanese painter Higashiyama Kaii, who enjoyed painting the landscapes of Nagano.

    Access
    【bus】

    1. From JR Nagano Station Zenkoji Exit bus stop ①, take the Alpico Kotsu bus bound for Uki via Zenkoji.
    Buses bound for Wakatsuki-Tojo via Zenkoji Temple and Wakatsuki Housing Complex, and buses bound for Wakatsuki-Tojo via Zenkoji Temple and Saijo.
    Get off at "Zenkoji Kita" bus stop (approximately 15 minutes), then walk for about 3 minutes.
    2. From JR Nagano Station Zenkoji Exit Bus Stop ①, take the "Binzuru-go" bus bound for Zenkoji Temple.
    Get off at "Zenkoji Daimon" (approximately 13 minutes), walk along the main approach towards the main hall of Zenkoji Temple.
    Turn right from the main hall and head towards Shiroyama Park (approximately 10 minutes on foot).
    On Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, get off at "Shiroyama Park Mae" bus stop.

    【train】

    Get off at Zenkoji-shita Station on the Nagano Electric Railway, then walk to Shiroyama Park in about 15 minutes.