soba
Shinshu Soba Yamabiko
4.7|¥1,000〜¥2,000
Known worldwide as the host city of the 1998 Winter Olympics, Nagano City is a castle town that developed around Zenkoji Temple with its 1,400-year history. The city attracts visitors with its traditional soba culture, local miso and pickles, and easy access to surrounding hot spring areas.
Access
Approx. 1.5 hours from Tokyo via Hokuriku Shinkansen
Highlights
What to see in Nagano City
Zenkoji Temple
National treasure with 1,400 years of history
Shinshu Soba
Hand-ground, handmade soba noodles
Hot Springs
Famous hot springs like Togura Kamiyamada nearby
Best Seasons
Best time to visit
Spring (Apr–May)
Cherry blossoms and flower festival at Zenkoji
Autumn (Oct–Nov)
Autumn leaves and new soba season
