Things to do in Nagano Page 2

• Age 7～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

This is a plan to cycle on a "fat bike", a bicycle designed for riding on snow. A fat bike is a bicycle with thick tires designed for riding on snow. Thanks to the wide tires, even those who are not used to riding bicycles can enjoy off-road riding. A guide will accompany you during this activity and give you detailed lectures on how to run, so even first-timers can participate with confidence. We also have 20-inch fat bikes for children, so why not make memories of your trip with your family ♪ <Participation conditions> - Must be over 130cm tall and able to ride a bicycle alone.

• Age 6～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

You can make stylish chopsticks and hair accessories even for the first time. Mysterious shining mother-of-pearl work from any angle! Children from the age of 6 can participate. This is the only place in Nagano Prefecture where you can experience mother-of-pearl work. Why don't you make your own one-of-a-kind seashell chopsticks as a souvenir of your trip? The experience time is 1 hour 15 minutes to 30 minutes, and you can take it home on the day. There is also a cafe inside the facility, so you can enjoy delicious coffee. You can also use mother-of-pearl in various shapes such as apples and thunderbirds associated with Shinshu.

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• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 14:30

Board a Voyageur canoe and enjoy the view of Mount Jijigatake and the Hakuba Sanzan mountains in the Northern Alps, the natural changes of the shores of Lake Aoki, and the slow flow of time that only a heart-shaped lake like Lake Aoki can offer. Once you arrive at the north shore, enjoy tea time with delicious "Shinano Omachi sweets and Japanese sweets." Families with children and three generations can also enjoy this. We will help you with your independent research during the summer vacation. In October, you can see the magnificent contrast between the white snow of the Northern Alps, the autumn leaves at the foot of the mountains, and the indigo of Lake Aoki. It is the most charming season of the year. Enjoy the beautiful autumn leaves.

• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

You can take it home on the same day♪ Handcrafted silver ring width 1mm 3,800 yen ~ If you want a ring with a width of 1mm or more, please pay the difference after coming to our store. Example…2mm width ring 5,600 yen 2.5mm width ring 6,500 yen Width, 1.5mm, 3mm.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 16～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Let's go to battle in authentic armor (made of iron)! This is the only place in Japan where you can go to Matsumoto Castle wearing armor.It's a valuable experience, so you can enjoy it to your heart's content until it closes. Let's go to Matsumoto Castle! !

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 8～Age 13
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Why don't you take a walk around Matsumoto in armor? Make sure to make memories of your trip! Your child will surely love it. There is a photo booth in the shop, so you can take a commemorative photo! ★A kimono one-day passport will be given to those who reserve the armor★ 40 stores such as miscellaneous goods, izakaya, and cafes! *Some stores are closed depending on the date of application. Please note. Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Please enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of attractions such as castle towns that retain their old-fashioned atmosphere. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 16～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Why don't you take a walk around Matsumoto in armor? It is sure to stand out. There is a photo booth in the shop, so you can take a commemorative photo! ★A kimono one-day passport will be given to those who reserve the armor★ 40 stores such as miscellaneous goods, izakaya, and cafes! *Some stores are closed depending on the date of application. Please note. Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Please enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of attractions such as castle towns that retain their old-fashioned atmosphere. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 5～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Wear a hakama and walk around Matsumoto! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a hakama and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights, such as the castle town that retains the atmosphere of the old days. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days

• Age 5～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Wear a hakama and walk around Matsumoto! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a hakama and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights, such as the castle town that retains the atmosphere of the old days. After rental, it is possible to return it by mail on the same day. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days

• Age 5～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Wear a hakama and walk around Matsumoto! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a hakama and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights, such as the castle town that retains the atmosphere of the old days. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

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• For Rainy Days

• Age 15～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Wear a hakama and walk around Matsumoto! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a hakama and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights, such as the castle town that retains the atmosphere of the old days. After rental, it is possible to return it by mail on the same day. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days

• Age 15～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Wear a hakama and walk around Matsumoto! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a hakama and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights, such as the castle town that retains the atmosphere of the old days. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days

• Age 0～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Very popular with children! Of course, adults are also welcome♪Why don't you take a walk around Matsumoto dressed as a ninja? It is sure to stand out. There is a photo booth in the shop, so you can take a commemorative photo! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Please enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of attractions such as castle towns that retain their old-fashioned atmosphere. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

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• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Family

• Age 10～Age 100
• 2～3 hours /Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Let's walk around Matsumoto in a manly men's kimono! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a kimono and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights such as the castle town that retains the old-fashioned atmosphere. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Walk around Matsumoto in a manly men's kimono! Matsumoto is home to the national treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Enjoy Matsumoto in a kimono, which is full of attractions such as the castle town that retains its old-fashioned atmosphere. After rental, you can return it by mail on the same day★ (Postage costs are at your expense). You can return it at the front desk of a hotel in Matsumoto city (please tell the staff). We can store your luggage. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Let's walk around Matsumoto in a manly men's kimono! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a kimono and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights such as the castle town that retains the old-fashioned atmosphere. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 15～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Let's walk around Matsumoto in kimono as a couple! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a kimono and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights such as the castle town that retains the old-fashioned atmosphere. After rental, it is possible to return it by mail on the same day. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Date Spot
• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days

• Age 15～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Let's walk around Matsumoto in kimono as a couple! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a kimono and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights such as the castle town that retains the old-fashioned atmosphere. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Date Spot
• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days

• Age 15～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Let's walk around Matsumoto in kimono as a couple! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a kimono and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights such as the castle town that retains the old-fashioned atmosphere. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Date Spot
• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Let's wear a kimono and walk around the city of Matsumoto! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a kimono and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights such as the castle town that retains the old-fashioned atmosphere. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Let's wear a kimono and walk around the city of Matsumoto! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a kimono and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights such as the castle town that retains the old-fashioned atmosphere. After rental, it is possible to return it by mail on the same day. *Please bring your own valuables.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

Let's wear a kimono and walk around the city of Matsumoto! Matsumoto is home to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, and is a city where traditional Japanese culture remains strong. Wear a kimono and enjoy Matsumoto, which is full of highlights such as the castle town that retains the old-fashioned atmosphere. You can also choose to have your photo taken by a professional photographer. Why not take a memorable photo with Matsumoto Castle in the background? ▼Matsumoto Castle Photo Shooting ~Overview~ ・Number of shots: Approximately every 20 ・After shooting, the photographer will develop the data at our Hanakomichi.・By the time the customer comes home, we will give you 2 sheets on a double-fold mount. * If you hand over the data, it will be 3000 yen (tax included) separately. Luggage can be stored. *Please bring your own valuables.

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• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Aoki Lake is a lake of stars where the stars shine all over the night sky and are reflected all over the surface of the lake. Aoki Lake Starry Sky (Night) Lake Walk Board a Voyager Canoe on Lake Aoki and take a walk under the stars (at night if it is cloudy). An astronomy guide will explain the stars, star clusters, nebulae, constellation names, and the myths associated with them. We will do this even if it is cloudy and the stars are not visible. When you see the beautiful stars at night at home or on a trip, we will explain it in an easy-to-understand way so that you can remember the explanation of the astronomy guide. A new moon is perfect for stargazing as there is no moonlight. Seven-color firefly art appreciation Enjoy rainbow-colored artistic fireflies on the lake. The artistic fireflies that appear through fun experiments and play will unfold your own story in a huge picture story of stars set on Lake Aoki. Phone reservations cost 3,800 yen per person. Fireflies can sometimes be viewed at Lake Aoki from early July. You may be able to see fireflies at Lake Aoki in September. 2025 4/28 New Moon 5/13 Full Moon (Flower Moon) 5/27 New Moon 6/11 Full Moon (Strawberry Moon) 6/25 New Moon 9/8 Total Lunar Eclipse, Full Moon (Corn Moon, Harvest Moon) 9/22 New Moon 10/6 Harvest Moon 10/7 Full Moon (Hunter's Moon), Sixteenth Night 10/10 Tenth Night 10/21 New Moon, Orionid meteor shower at its peak (best time to see is from midnight to dawn several days before and after) 11/2 Thirteenth Night 11/5 Full Moon (Beaver Moon) (closest full moon to Earth in 2025), Southern Taurid meteor shower at its peak (best time to see is from late October to early November). Additional fee: Moon Viewing Cruise: 2025 Mid-Autumn Moon (October 6th), 10/7 (Juusokuya), 10/10 (Tokaya), and 11/2 (Third Night) are for one person (ages 3 and over)

• Nightlife
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00

It is an experience of making oyaki at Kayabuki no Yakata, an inn in the valley of Shinshu. What is "oyaki"? What is it for non-Shinshu people? I'm feeling? Oyaki is made by dissolving wheat flour in water, kneading it, and wrapping bean paste made from red beans and vegetables. To put it plainly, is it a bun? ?? This is made all over Nagano prefecture, and the taste varies depending on the shop and home. At Kayabuki no Yakata, the surface is lightly baked by steaming. The skin and the bean paste inside are all handmade! It will be an experience of making such Shinshu soul food "Oyaki" with a local mother. In Shinshu, people of all ages are enjoying themselves. Rest assured that a local veteran mom will teach you carefully! If you come to Shinshu, please try this Shinshu soul food "Oyaki" first!

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 70
• 3～4 hours

Although Kyogakura is a satoyama, the difficulty level is a little high, and the ridgeline is a thrilling mountain trail with a horseback and a rocky area that you have to climb straight up, and it is a trekking course also known as the Grand Canyon of Nagano. A trekking spot where you can enjoy the natural beauty of the four seasons and historical sights, the mountain peak with its beautiful rhododendrons and rockfoils in spring and autumn leaves in autumn, offers a 360-degree panoramic view of the beautiful scenery of the Northern Alps and the Sai River. Once you are immersed in the magnificent scenery, you will surely forget the stress of everyday life.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

* The required time for a one-day charter is 10 hours (including driving time). * If the departure point is outside Tokyo, the driver's round-trip time will be deducted. For continuous charter trips of more than two days (if the return point is outside Tokyo on the same day), the driver's accommodation fee of 10,000 yen per night will be borne by the customer to prevent the driver from becoming fatigued. * The departure time can be freely selected according to your request, and the itinerary and sightseeing spots can be freely customized according to your wishes. * Tourist hire cars are available in vehicles suitable for 6 and 9 passengers, and we also provide pick-up and drop-off services, so you can arrive at your destination safely and comfortably. * All vehicles provided comply with Japanese law, and drivers have more than 3 years of driving experience. * We provide services in multiple languages, including Japanese, Chinese, Cantonese, and English. * Karuizawa Day Tour (Example) * * 8:55 Pick up customers in a tourist hire car At the time of departure, the driver will arrive at the location specified in advance and wait for you. *10:00 Shiraito Falls (Karuizawa) There are many waterfalls named Shiraito Falls in Japan, and in addition to Karuizawa, Shiraito Falls in Shizuoka Prefecture is also registered as a World Heritage Site as a component part of Mt. Fuji. Karuizawa's Shiraito Falls is not very high at 3m, but it is 70m wide. Hundreds of groundwater flow like white threads between the curved rock walls. *11:30 Kumoba Pond Kumoba Pond is located in Karuizawa Town, Nagano Prefecture, and is easily accessible by walking for 15 minutes from Karuizawa Station. The nature changes with the seasons, and it is also affectionately known as "Swan Lake" because swans fly there in winter. You can go around the pond in about 20 minutes and enjoy a stroll or bicycle ride in a quiet space. The water of Kumoba Pond is very clear, so you can see the scenery reflected on the water surface. In particular, the autumn leaves and winter snow scenery are recommended. The best time to see the autumn leaves is from late October to early November, and the red-stained trees are reflected on the water. *13:00Harunire TerraceHarunire Terrace is built along the Yukawa River that flows through Karuizawa Town in the eastern part of Nagano Prefecture. The facility is based on the concept of everyday life in Karuizawa, and is filled with unique shops and restaurants. Making use of the more than 100 elm trees that originally grew there, several buildings are connected by wooden decks. The view is like a "small town". This is a spot where you can enjoy shopping and dining in the comfortable climate of Karuizawa, which is also known as a villa area. During the rainy season, you can enjoy the "umbrella sky" where colorful umbrellas color the sky. *15:00Kyu-Karuizawa GinzaKyu-Karuizawa Ginza is located in Karuizawa Town in the eastern part of Nagano Prefecture. During the Taisho era, it developed as a shopping district in Karuizawa, which flourished as a summer resort due to the pioneering efforts of Canadian missionaries. Currently, it has become a thriving tourist destination attracting many tourists from both within Japan and overseas.

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• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 14:00

Why don't you try Shinshu soba, the taste of Shinshu? Start by mixing the powder and water, knead, stretch and cut. Explanations in an easy-to-understand manner even for the first time. We take turns for several people to mix the powder and water, but from the kneading stage you can experience each one. Time required about 90 minutes. You can experience from 2 people to 250 people (up to 300 people) at the same time. (Apron, tools, etc. Number of participants you Yes prepared in minutes)

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• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00

It is a soba making experience at Kayabuki-no-Yakata, an inn in the valley of Shinshu. Speaking of Shinshu, handmade soba noodles! A local soba master will teach you the secrets of making soba! Kayabuki no Yakata is an inn located in the valley of Shinshu Tatsuno Town. It is a plan that everyone can enjoy, such as families with children, couples, couples, girls traveling. A local soba noodle master will teach you carefully! Please be assured ♪ You can enjoy the soba noodles you made yourself on the spot. In addition, we will also attach seasonal tempura, which is the pride of our chef, so please enjoy it together. If you experience this, you will be a soba master from tomorrow !? You can feel the happiness of making and eating through the food culture of Shinshu ♪

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 15～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Challenge the racing machine! Ride the rental cart (60 km / h) twice for about 15 minutes. After that, you will experience a racing kart (90 km / h) for about 15 minutes. Recommended for those who are interested. Please wear a "racing suit" for your safety when riding. Please dress coolly and challenge a powerful racing machine. The staff will teach you carefully, so please try the fast cart.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day

The "Sekida Mountains" where the Shinetsu Trail extends is Satoyama. Do you know about Shinetsu-Trail , north part of Nagano prefecture ?The Sekida Mountain ridges are one of the heaviest snowfall areas in the world. It is along the ridgeline of a forested area at an altitude of about1,000m.From early June to November you are able to walk the trail, as all the snow has melted.In early summer, the trail is beautiful with fresh green leaves and in late autumn as the days get colder, the leaves turn stunning colors.Currently, the trail has 6 Individual sections each between 8~12km. It takes approximately 6~7 hours to hike one section.Sections 1~6 total about 80km. Later this year, 4 new sections (7~10) will be opened making the trail 110km from start to finish.I plan to hike the entire trail, sections 1~10 before the first snow fall.Reasonable accommodation is available if you would like to stay overnight, and I can help with those arrangements if needed, so please feel free to ask.This is a serious hike, so please be certain of your fitness, capability, a nd equipment.If you are interested, or have any questions at all about anything, do not hesitate to contact me directly.

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