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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Nagano_PrefectureNagano Prefecture - Wikipedia

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   Nagano Prefecture (長野県, Nagano-ken) is a landlocked prefecture of Japan located in the Chūbu region of Honshū. [ 2 ] Nagano Prefecture has a population of 2,007,682 (as of 1 July 2023 [update]) and has a geographic area of 13,561.56 square kilometres (5,236.15 sq mi). Nagano Prefecture borders Niigata Prefecture to the north, Gunma ...

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3. www.go-nagano.net › enGo Nagano

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   The official tourism website of Nagano Prefecture, Japan. Enjoy Nagano's wild natural scenery at its many national parks, historical sites and hot springs.

4. www.go-nagano.net › en › trip-idea15 of the Best Places to Visit in Nagano

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   • Jigokudani Wild Monkey Park. In the Jigokudani Valley above the hot spring town of Yamanouchi, you’ll find steaming geothermal vents and a troupe of onsen-loving Japanese macaques.
   • Matsumoto Castle. One of Japan’s few remaining original castles, Matsumoto Castle is a National Treasure and the proud symbol of Matsumoto City. Its exquisite black-and-white exterior contrasts beautifully against the Northern Japanese Alps, and its interior includes a large museum of wartime artifacts, with many intact rifles and weapons from the Warring States Period.
   • Zenkoji Temple. Zenkoji Temple is a national treasure with over 1,400 years of history. The first Buddhist icon to be brought from India to Japan is enshrined here, making the temple an important pilgrimage spot for Buddhists in Japan.
   • Kamikochi. At the base of the Northern Japanese Alps is Kamikochi, an idyllic basin with crystal clear water and verdant forests. The views of the Hotaka mountain range from Kamikochi’s central Kappa Bridge are awe-inspiring and earn it a special place in the hearts of nature enthusiasts around Japan, and even around the world.

5. en.japantravel.com › naganoNagano Guide: Things to do in Nagano - Japan Travel

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   Nagano’s many tall mountains serve as challenging but beautiful hiking trails, especially those of Kamikochi. That being said, Nagano is also a great destination in the winter, and it was the host of the 1998 Winter Olympics. The prefecture’s mountains are some of the largest ski resorts in Japan, most notably Shika Kogen and Mount Hakuba ...

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6. www.japan-guide.com › e › e6000Nagano Travel Guide - What to do in Nagano City - japan-guide.com

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   Nagano City (長野) is the capital of Nagano Prefecture.It evolved as a temple town around Zenkoji, one of Japan's most popular temples.In 1998, the city hosted the Winter Olympic Games, and some former olympic facilities can still be viewed around town.

7. www.nippon.com › en › guide-to-japanNagano Prefecture | Nippon.com

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   Apr 13, 2023 · Nagano Prefecture. Guide to Japan. Culture History Apr 13, 2023. Sometimes known as the “roof of Japan” for its high altitude, Nagano Prefecture is famous for winter sports and bathing monkeys.

8. fromjapan.info › prefecture-nagano10 amazing things to do in Nagano, Japan! - fromJapan

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   Nagano Prefecture sits exactly in the center of the Japanese archipelago, and it is bordered by eight prefectures (Gunma, Saitama, Yamanashi, Shizuoka, Aichi, Gifu, Toyama, and Niigata). The prefecture is known as the fourth biggest prefecture in Japan, and its surrounding high mountains have made it a popular winter sports location with fantastic skiing areas.

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   Is Nagano a prefecture?

   • Nagano is an inland prefecture and it borders more prefectures than any other in Japan, bordering Gunma Prefecture, Saitama Prefecture, Yamanashi Prefecture, and Shizuoka Prefecture to the east, Niigata Prefecture to the north, Toyama Prefecture and Gifu Prefecture to the west, and Aichi Prefecture to the south.

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   Which Prefecture borders Nagano?

   • Nagano Prefecture borders Niigata Prefecture to the north, Gunma Prefecture to the northeast, Saitama Prefecture to the east, Yamanashi Prefecture to the southeast, Shizuoka Prefecture and Aichi Prefecture to the south, and Gifu Prefecture and Toyama Prefecture to the west.

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   What is the economy of Nagano Prefecture?

   • Nagano Prefecture has a large and diversified economy, with a strong focus on electronics, information technology, precision machinery, agriculture and food products, and tourism, with a total GDP of about ¥8.5 trillion (2017). [ 7 ]

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   Why is Nagano so popular?

   • The prefecture saw a considerable boost to its popularity as a winter sports destination from the October 1997 completion of the Nagano Shinkansen, just ahead of the games. Nagano Prefecture has the most farmers of any prefecture, and is a leading producer of lettuce, celery, (Chinese cabbage), and apples.

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   When is the best time to visit Nagano?

   • The best timing to visit the prefecture is in spring, fall, or in winter when the powder-covered mountains around Nagano turn the prefecture into a top location for snow sports in Japan. Some of the most famous travel spots in Nagano are the Zenkoji Temple, Togakushi Shrine, and Kagami “mirror” Pond.

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   Is Nagano a good place to go skiing?

   • Nagano’s many tall mountains serve as challenging but beautiful hiking trails, especially those of Kamikochi. That being said, Nagano is also a great destination in the winter, and it was the host of the 1998 Winter Olympics. The prefecture’s mountains are some of the largest ski resorts in Japan, most notably Shika Kogen and Mount Hakuba.

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