Activities Nagano Mountain Ramble Arlene Bastion The mountainsides around Nagano are easily accessible from the city. They provide great walks and serendipitous moments when you..
Culture Shinichi Suzuki Memorial Hall Arlene Bastion One of the most famous of the contributors to Matsumoto's music heritage and fame is Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, founder of the Suzuki..
7 Food Uoriki: Japanese Dining in Nagano Peter Sidell In the centre of Nagano city in central Japan, Uoriki is a friendly little place serving hearty, tasty and very affordable Japanese..
Culture Road Trippin' Japan (Part Three) Wanda Bodnar Description of the Osaka to Tokyo leg of our recent campervan trip through Japan.
Culture Onbashira Matsuri in Suwa, Nagano 2028 Early Apr - Mid May Onbashira Matsuri in Suwa, Nagano is filled with plenty of singing, dancing, colorful costumes and merrymaking in general.
Culture Saiko-ji Temple in Nagano Peter Sidell In the middle of Nagano city in central Japan, Saiko-ji is an interesting, historical Buddhist temple. Here you can learn about..
Culture War and Peace In Nagano Arlene Bastion A dramatic battle ground site adjacent to a peaceful, rambling park and a nonstop farmhouse walking trail.