Nagano Prefecture
Nagano Prefecture in central Japan offers travelers an authentic blend of mountain charm and cultural depth, from the snow‑covered Doai Station to the serene hot springs of Kusatsu. Visitors can savor regional delights such as Tonkatsu Golden Pork, explore traditional ryokan inns for a taste of historic hospitality, and sample local sake at Ponukhan’s tasting room near Yuzawa Station—all while enjoying scenic alpine vistas that make Nagano a must‑visit destination.
Nagano Prefecture
Japan
About Nagano Prefecture
Nagano Prefecture is a landlocked prefecture of Japan located in the Chūbu region of Honshu. It has a population of 2,007,682 as of 1 July 2023 and a geographic area of 13,561.56 square kilometres (5,236.15 sq mi). It 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 to Expect in Nagano Prefecture
- A destination with 1 transports, 1 restaurants, 1 hotels, 1 shops to explore
- Home to legendary tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet), bathe in the natural hot spring with snow monkeys and sake tasting from Niigata breweries
- Centered around the Maybashi neighborhood
Must-Try in Nagano Prefecture
sake tasting from Niigata breweries
atPonukhan's Sake Tasting Room at Yuzawa StationIt offers more than 100 sake vending machines inside Yuzawa Station, giving visitors an unparalleled variety of flavors in one convenient spot.
bathe in the natural hot spring with snow monkeys
atSnow Monkeys at Jigokudani Monkey ParkIt offers a unique winter experience where snow monkeys bathe together in a natural hot spring.
tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet)
atTonkatsu Golden PorkKnown for its thick crispy batter and juicy pork cuts.
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