Culture Jigokudani Monkey Park 4.7 (3Reviews) Jigokudani is famous for its hot spring-loving macaque monkeys. It’s the only place in the world where wild monkeys bathe in hot springs. Located at..
Culture Zenkoji Temple Zenkoji Temple in Nagano prefecture is considered one of Japan's most popular temples and the largest after Nara's Todai-ji. It is surrounde..
Culture Matsumoto Castle 5 (4Reviews) Also known as “Crow Castle” for its unusual black exterior, Matsumoto Castle is one of Japan’s three most beautiful castles, along with Himeji and..
Anime & Manga “Your Name” Movie Real-life Location Tour Featured If you have watched "Your Name (Kimi no Na Wa)", the beautiful views and delicious-looking must have got your attention. Here in..
Culture Onbashira Matsuri in Suwa, Nagano Apr 2nd - May 16th Onbashira Matsuri in Suwa, Nagano is filled with plenty of singing, dancing, colorful costumes and merrymaking in general.
Culture Matsumoto City Museum of Art Appreciation, Representation, Learning and Communication are the four "fundamental themes" of the Matsumoto City Museum of Art (Matsumoto-shi Bijutsu-kan)..
Culture Nagaoka Festival Early Aug Nagaoka Festival and Fireworks a tradition since 1946 to commemorate victims of war and earthquakes.
Historical Trip to Matsumoto Castle Rebecca Bourke If you can manage to tear yourself out of the glorious onsen at KAI Matsumoto, why not check out the nearby Matsumoto castle?