The region of Chubu is composed of the prefectures of Gifu, Nagano, Aichi, Shizuoka, Ishiakwa.
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Suwa, Nagano | Beautiful Nature and Eternity of History and Culture
Outdoor activities, natural hot springs, and Japanese-style inns are what attract tourists to Suwa. The lake town is located in Nagano, and perfect as a base for day trips in Nagano prefecture.
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Matsumoto, Nagano | Remnants of an elegant castle town and magnificent nature
Matsumoto is centrally located in Nagano and is surrounded by the Japan Alps mountains. The city is especially famous for Matsumoto Castle, which is one of Japan’s original historic castles.
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Hakuba, Nagano | Resorts including the largest ski resort in Japan
Hakuba in Nagano is one of Japan’s ski areas with several large ski resorts to choose from. The magnificent views and snow conditions make it very popular.
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Karuizawa, Nagano | Surrounded by nature and adorable animals
Karuizawa has thrived as a very popular summer resort in Japan since the late 19th century because of its cool and comfy summer climate. This attractive town is a good stop on your way to the Nagano mountains.
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Nagano City | Beautiful nature in each season and historic townscape
Nagano city is a good place to stay as a base for making day trips in the area with its good bus and train connections. What is there to do in the city itself?
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Tsumago Post Town | Elegant and beautiful streets with a sense of old Japan
Tsumago is one of the most popular old post towns to visit on the Nakasendo Trail because it is so well-preserved. Learn more about its history and what you can see there today.
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Yudanaka, Nagano | Beautiful hot spring resort with a long history that even monkeys visit
Yudanaka, rich in natural hot springs, is located deep in the mountains of the Yamanouchi area in Nagano. Some 200 monkeys live in this area. Watching them bathe just like humans do is fun!
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The History of Japan’s Pride of Mt.Fuji
The region around Mt Fuji has long been the inspiration for the works of many of Japan’s most celebrated writers, poets, and artists. How did this beautiful mountain with its nearly perfect symmetrical cone originate?