Zenkōji temple
Visit one of Japan’s oldest and most important Buddhist temples.
Motoyoshichō-491-イ Nagano, 380-0851, Japan
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Day 1
Nagano: Temples, mountains & local food
Estimated day duration: 6h 4mStart the journey in Nagano, combining one of Japan’s most important Buddhist temples with the city’s mountain-town atmosphere.
Train to Nagano
Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo Station or Ueno Station
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Zenkōji Nakamise Street
Explore the traditional streets leading toward the temple and try local specialties.
Japan, 〒380-0851 Nagano, Motoyoshichō−４８３ Unnamed Road
1-Day Tour: Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji Temple & Sake in Nagano
Visit the monkeys and try local soba, oyaki dumplings, and other Nagano specialties.
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Day 2
Nagano
Estimated day duration: 4 hours1-Day Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Tour from Nagano and Matsumoto
Enjoy a little day trip to Matsumoto from Nagano. There are direct trains and it takes less than an hour!
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Shibu Hot Spring
Alternatively, relax in Shibu for the day, where you can also skii!
2215 Hirao, Yamanouchi, Shimotakai District, Nagano 381-0401, Japan
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