Nagano

Travel Guide

A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by lush green forest.
A bridge over a river with snow-covered banks, a town with buildings, and mountains in the background.
A snow-covered tree with a mountainous landscape in the background.
A traditional Japanese storefront with a yellow awning and various signs in Japanese.
A mountain lake surrounded by lush greenery and snow-capped peaks.

Where to stay in Nagano

Find the best Nagano areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A snow-covered shrine with red walls and a wooden gate, surrounded by tall trees.

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.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden bridge over a pond, surrounded by mountains and greenery.
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Matsushiro

If you're spending some time in Matsushiro, Matsushiro Castle and Matsushiro Underground Imperial Headquarters are top sights worth seeing.

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by trees and gravel paths.

Minaminagano

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

A panoramic view of a city surrounded by lush green mountains under a clear blue sky.

Kurita

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

A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers, surrounded by a moat and reflecting in the water.

Minamichitose

While there might not be top attractions in Minamichitose, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gondo Shopping Street and Japanese Traditional Paper Museum.

Hotel JAL City Nagano

Hotel JAL City Nagano

3 out of 5
1221, Toigosho-machi Nagano Nagano-ken
The price is AED 212 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
AED 212
AED 233 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Nagano. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kitano Cultural Center and Gondo Shopping ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"The hotel is wonderful, and have excellent location, 14 minutes stray walking fro the Zenkoji Temple"

Reviewed on 20 June 2026

Hotel JAL City Nagano
Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa

Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1372-1 Nishiterao Matsushiro Nagano Nagano-ken
The price is AED 221 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
AED 221
AED 268 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Nagano. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Matsushiro Castle and Masuo Ikeda Museum ...
8/10 Very Good! (746 reviews)
"I loved the onsite Onsen and style of traditional Japanese hotel rooms. The staff was very nice and helpful! Amenities were great! Beautiful hotel room view! The only downside is that the hotel is located on the outskirts of Nagano, so plan ahead as it’s not easy to reach via walking. Shuttle buses ..."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa
Hotel New Nagano NeXT

Hotel New Nagano NeXT

3 out of 5
Minami Chitose-cho 828 Nagano
The price is AED 199 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
AED 199
AED 219 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Nagano. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gondo Shopping Street and Kitano Cultural Center ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (116 reviews)
"Wonderful location, walkable to train station. Very safe. Small room and amenities were basic. Would stay there again."

Reviewed on 7 June 2026

Hotel New Nagano NeXT
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Potato Mura House Tatara is an inn where you can / Nagano Nagano

Potato Mura House Tatara is an inn where you can / Nagano Nagano

Nagano Nagano
Stay at this vacation home in Nagano. Enjoy free WiFi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Jōyama Park and Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum are located ...
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Fox White Temple / Nagano Nagano

Fox White Temple / Nagano Nagano

Nagano Nagano
Stay at this vacation home in Nagano. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum and ...
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HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin

HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin

4.5 out of 5
1116 3020 Hokujo, Hakuba Hakuba Nagano
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hakuba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
"One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed at. Room was excellent with an amazing Mountain View. Full amenities and top notch service. Staff goes above and beyond and are personable and friendly, even as English speaking tourists. The breakfast was delicious and a perfect mix of made to order hot dishes ..."

Reviewed on 4 June 2026

HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin
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A traditional Japanese street with people walking, shops, and a large gate in the background.

Zenko-ji Temple

9.2/10 (566 reviews)
After visiting Zenko-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nagano. Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area.
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