{"id":2664,"date":"2024-08-11T16:59:53","date_gmt":"2024-08-11T07:59:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.japanhouse.tokyo\/nagano\/?page_id=2664"},"modified":"2024-11-12T18:42:25","modified_gmt":"2024-11-12T09:42:25","slug":"why-choosing-nagano","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.japanhouse.tokyo\/nagano\/?page_id=2664","title":{"rendered":"WHY CHOOSING NAGANO"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"2664\" class=\"elementor elementor-2664\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e5dda66 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"e5dda66\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cc73fa9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"cc73fa9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<!-- Google tag (gtag.js) -->\r\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/www.googletagmanager.com\/gtag\/js?id=G-M05BY1NH0X\"><\/script>\r\n<script>\r\n  window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || [];\r\n  function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);}\r\n  gtag('js', new Date());\r\n\r\n  gtag('config', 'G-M05BY1NH0X');\r\n<\/script>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b63af51 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"b63af51\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b7cda1a e-grid e-con-full wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b7cda1a\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3228f71 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3228f71\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d82df47 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d82df47\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.23.0 - 05-08-2024 *\/\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}<\/style><h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Japan's Roof \nNagano Prefecture<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4079fc7 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4079fc7\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-738ebfd e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"738ebfd\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-148fa4d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"148fa4d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">About Nagano Prefecture<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9057226 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9057226\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.23.0 - 05-08-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p>Nagano Prefecture, located near the center of Honshu (Japan\u2019s main island), is renowned as a mountainous region where approximately 80% of its land area consists of mountains. These majestic peaks, including those with elevations around 3,000 meters, are often referred to as \u201cJapan\u2019s roof.\u201d Due to being surrounded by high mountains, Nagano experiences minimal impact from typhoons and the rainy season, making it an ideal destination for various high-altitude resorts and also a comfortable region for living. Notably, popular ski resorts like \u201cHakuba\u201d and \u201cShiga Kogen,\u201d as well as national treasure such as the \u201cMatsumoto Castle\u201d and \u201cZenkoji Temple,\u201d can be found here.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aa324fb e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"aa324fb\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d2ff199 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d2ff199\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3dbc23e e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3dbc23e\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b40f59 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5b40f59\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">\"Shinshu\u201d allows you to enjoy a lifestyle in harmony with nature.<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cff5a60 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"cff5a60\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-14996c8 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"14996c8\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c705ec5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c705ec5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Why Choosing Nagano Prefecture?<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7b2f9b5 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7b2f9b5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Indeed! Nagano Prefecture, known as \u201cNagano-ken\u201d\uff08\u9577\u91ce\u770c\uff09 in Japanese, is situated in the heart of Honshu, Japan\u2019s main island. 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class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-11eaeda elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-icon-list--layout-traditional elementor-list-item-link-full_width elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-list\" data-id=\"11eaeda\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-list.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/www.japanhouse.tokyo\/nagano\/wp-content\/plugins\/elementor\/assets\/css\/widget-icon-list.min.css\">\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-icon-list-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-exclamation-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.997-111.043 248-248 248S8 392.997 8 256C8 119.083 119.043 8 256 8s248 111.083 248 248zm-248 50c-25.405 0-46 20.595-46 46s20.595 46 46 46 46-20.595 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It occupies a central position on Honshu, making it accessible from major cities like Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka and anywhere you wish to go in Japan. The\u00a0Hokuriku Shinkansen\u00a0connects Nagano and Tokyo, and the journey takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes. There are 3 types of train operated, it includes Kagayaki,\u00a0Hakutaka, and\u00a0Asama, the train runs frequently throughout the day, starting as early as 6:00 AM.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e21f8ed elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget-mobile__width-inherit elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e21f8ed\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.23.0 - 05-08-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.japanhouse.tokyo\/nagano\/wp-content\/uploads\/elementor\/thumbs\/photo0000-4109-1-qsck7n1jik9mpt0pqh9ikpd366cr2kacts6k10bpx2.jpg\" title=\"photo0000-4109\" alt=\"photo0000-4109\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0437c82 elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-widget__width-inherit elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"0437c82\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-far-star\" viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M528.1 171.5L382 150.2 316.7 17.8c-11.7-23.6-45.6-23.9-57.4 0L194 150.2 47.9 171.5c-26.2 3.8-36.7 36.1-17.7 54.6l105.7 103-25 145.5c-4.5 26.3 23.2 46 46.4 33.7L288 439.6l130.7 68.7c23.2 12.2 50.9-7.4 46.4-33.7l-25-145.5 105.7-103c19-18.5 8.5-50.8-17.7-54.6zM388.6 312.3l23.7 138.4L288 385.4l-124.3 65.3 23.7-138.4-100.6-98 139-20.2 62.2-126 62.2 126 139 20.2-100.6 98z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-85fe474 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-align-left elementor-mobile-align-center elementor-icon-list--layout-traditional elementor-list-item-link-full_width elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-list\" data-id=\"85fe474\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-list.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-icon-list-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-exclamation-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.997-111.043 248-248 248S8 392.997 8 256C8 119.083 119.043 8 256 8s248 111.083 248 248zm-248 50c-25.405 0-46 20.595-46 46s20.595 46 46 46 46-20.595 46-46-20.595-46-46-46zm-43.673-165.346l7.418 136c.347 6.364 5.609 11.346 11.982 11.346h48.546c6.373 0 11.635-4.982 11.982-11.346l7.418-136c.375-6.874-5.098-12.654-11.982-12.654h-63.383c-6.884 0-12.356 5.78-11.981 12.654z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Natural Beauty of Nagano<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b3221cd elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b3221cd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The prefecture boasts rich nature and spectacular landscapes. Forests cover approximately 80% of Nagano, and its mountains rise above 3,000 meters. The Japanese Alps run through Nagano, providing stunning vistas and outdoor recreational opportunities. Nagano Prefecture, nestled in the heart of Japan, boasts captivating natural beauty that draws visitors from far and wide. Here are some must-see spots:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9d18d80 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"9d18d80\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1b53098 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1b53098\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4298378 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"4298378\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park:<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7513645 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7513645\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-ddac1694c283a32f90d8b65741e3b2f0\"><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--white); font-size: var(--wp--preset--font-size--medium); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); text-align: var(--text-align);\">In the Jigokudani Valley, you will encounter adorable \u201cSnow Monkeys\u201d soaking in hot springs. These onsen-loving Japanese monkeys have made this place their own, and you can observe them up close in their natural habitat.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aa55353 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget-mobile__width-inherit elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"aa55353\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.japanhouse.tokyo\/nagano\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/\u30d5\u30a1\u30a4\u30eb-2018-02-18-6-02-14-1.jpeg\" title=\"\u30d5\u30a1\u30a4\u30eb 2018-02-18 6 02 14\" alt=\"\u30d5\u30a1\u30a4\u30eb 2018-02-18 6 02 14\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2af6c4e e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2af6c4e\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5f304f4 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget-mobile__width-inherit elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"5f304f4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.japanhouse.tokyo\/nagano\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/matsumotocastle01.jpg\" title=\"matsumotocastle01\" alt=\"matsumotocastle01\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e31a5cf e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e31a5cf\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b5fb44f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b5fb44f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Matsumoto Castle:<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-36286cc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"36286cc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-ddac1694c283a32f90d8b65741e3b2f0\"><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--white); font-size: var(--wp--preset--font-size--medium); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); text-align: var(--text-align);\">A National Treasure, Matsumoto Castle stands against the backdrop of the Northern Japanese Alps. Its black-and-white exterior contrasts beautifully with cherry blossoms during mid-April. You can climb all the way up the castle\u2019s steep stairs to the top of the castle to enjoy panoramic views of Matsumoto City.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dcd6b3d e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"dcd6b3d\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-afcbe1c e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"afcbe1c\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2b1dcab elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2b1dcab\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Zenkoji Temple:<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3b781d7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3b781d7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-ddac1694c283a32f90d8b65741e3b2f0\"><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--white); font-size: var(--wp--preset--font-size--medium); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); text-align: var(--text-align);\">With over 1,400 years of history, Zenkoji Temple is a national treasure. It houses the first Buddhist icon brought from India to Japan, making it an essential pilgrimage spot. Visitors can experience Zazen meditation and sutra-copying exercises here.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e7e475e elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget-mobile__width-inherit elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e7e475e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.japanhouse.tokyo\/nagano\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Zenkoji01-1.jpg\" title=\"Zenkoji01\" alt=\"Zenkoji01\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2ecc3ef e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2ecc3ef\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-467be2f elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget-mobile__width-inherit elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"467be2f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.japanhouse.tokyo\/nagano\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/DSC_0071.jpg\" title=\"DSC_0071\" alt=\"DSC_0071\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-90a07bf e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"90a07bf\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-99c3209 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"99c3209\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Kamikochi:<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-709144f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"709144f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-ddac1694c283a32f90d8b65741e3b2f0\"><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--white); font-size: var(--wp--preset--font-size--medium); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); text-align: var(--text-align);\">At the base of the Northern Japanese Alps lies Kamikochi, an idyllic basin with crystal-clear water and lush forests. The views of the Hotaka mountain range from Kappa Bridge are awe-inspiring, making it a favorite among nature enthusiasts<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d8da2df e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d8da2df\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ebd4924 elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-widget__width-inherit elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"ebd4924\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-far-star\" viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M528.1 171.5L382 150.2 316.7 17.8c-11.7-23.6-45.6-23.9-57.4 0L194 150.2 47.9 171.5c-26.2 3.8-36.7 36.1-17.7 54.6l105.7 103-25 145.5c-4.5 26.3 23.2 46 46.4 33.7L288 439.6l130.7 68.7c23.2 12.2 50.9-7.4 46.4-33.7l-25-145.5 105.7-103c19-18.5 8.5-50.8-17.7-54.6zM388.6 312.3l23.7 138.4L288 385.4l-124.3 65.3 23.7-138.4-100.6-98 139-20.2 62.2-126 62.2 126 139 20.2-100.6 98z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76cd7fd e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"76cd7fd\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d36e4f elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2d36e4f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>These are just a few highlights\u2014Nagano\u2019s rugged mountains, clear rivers, dense forests, and traditional landscapes offer even more natural wonders to explore. 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12.654z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Nagano Winter Olympic Game 1998<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a7c0809 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a7c0809\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-698b59d e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"698b59d\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b376e4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4b376e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div 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The city of Nagano itself is surrounded by mountains and is renowned for its ski areas. The events were mainly held in the city of Nagano and the nearby towns of Yamanouchi, Hakuba, Karuizawa, and Nozawaonsen. With its motto of \u2018Coexistence with Nature,\u2019 the host nation prioritized environmental concerns across various aspects, including the venues, furniture in the Athletes\u2019 Village, and officials\u2019 clothing.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2b75c93 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2b75c93\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7cec516 elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-widget__width-inherit elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"7cec516\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-far-star\" viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M528.1 171.5L382 150.2 316.7 17.8c-11.7-23.6-45.6-23.9-57.4 0L194 150.2 47.9 171.5c-26.2 3.8-36.7 36.1-17.7 54.6l105.7 103-25 145.5c-4.5 26.3 23.2 46 46.4 33.7L288 439.6l130.7 68.7c23.2 12.2 50.9-7.4 46.4-33.7l-25-145.5 105.7-103c19-18.5 8.5-50.8-17.7-54.6zM388.6 312.3l23.7 138.4L288 385.4l-124.3 65.3 23.7-138.4-100.6-98 139-20.2 62.2-126 62.2 126 139 20.2-100.6 98z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9f87a9b elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-icon-list--layout-traditional elementor-list-item-link-full_width elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-list\" data-id=\"9f87a9b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-list.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-icon-list-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-exclamation-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.997-111.043 248-248 248S8 392.997 8 256C8 119.083 119.043 8 256 8s248 111.083 248 248zm-248 50c-25.405 0-46 20.595-46 46s20.595 46 46 46 46-20.595 46-46-20.595-46-46-46zm-43.673-165.346l7.418 136c.347 6.364 5.609 11.346 11.982 11.346h48.546c6.373 0 11.635-4.982 11.982-11.346l7.418-136c.375-6.874-5.098-12.654-11.982-12.654h-63.383c-6.884 0-12.356 5.78-11.981 12.654z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Abundant Natural Environment<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c4bffa e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4c4bffa\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6f2f072 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6f2f072\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Nagano is surrounded by mountains, offering clean air and beautiful landscapes. This natural environment positively influences water quality, and Nagano has many springs selected for the \u201cHundred Famous Waters\u201d (Meisui Hyakusen:\u540d\u6c34\u767e\u9078) list. These springs originate from the region\u2019s natural sources and contribute to the water\u2019s taste and quality. The mineral-rich cold and clean water is a gift from nature and a source of pride for the local community.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b9031b elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon elementor-widget__width-inherit elementor-view-default elementor-widget-divider--element-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"4b9031b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon elementor-divider__element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-far-star\" viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M528.1 171.5L382 150.2 316.7 17.8c-11.7-23.6-45.6-23.9-57.4 0L194 150.2 47.9 171.5c-26.2 3.8-36.7 36.1-17.7 54.6l105.7 103-25 145.5c-4.5 26.3 23.2 46 46.4 33.7L288 439.6l130.7 68.7c23.2 12.2 50.9-7.4 46.4-33.7l-25-145.5 105.7-103c19-18.5 8.5-50.8-17.7-54.6zM388.6 312.3l23.7 138.4L288 385.4l-124.3 65.3 23.7-138.4-100.6-98 139-20.2 62.2-126 62.2 126 139 20.2-100.6 98z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-62b13be elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-align-left elementor-icon-list--layout-traditional elementor-list-item-link-full_width elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-list\" data-id=\"62b13be\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-list.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-icon-list-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-exclamation-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.997-111.043 248-248 248S8 392.997 8 256C8 119.083 119.043 8 256 8s248 111.083 248 248zm-248 50c-25.405 0-46 20.595-46 46s20.595 46 46 46 46-20.595 46-46-20.595-46-46-46zm-43.673-165.346l7.418 136c.347 6.364 5.609 11.346 11.982 11.346h48.546c6.373 0 11.635-4.982 11.982-11.346l7.418-136c.375-6.874-5.098-12.654-11.982-12.654h-63.383c-6.884 0-12.356 5.78-11.981 12.654z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Known as the \"Fruit Kingdom\"<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d834dfe elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d834dfe\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Nagano Prefecture is known for its abundant fresh and naturally grown fruits, the reasons behind this are the sunlight exposure and day-night temperature variation.<\/p><p>Nagano region, with its sunny climate and low rainfall, provides abundant sunlight. This makes it an excellent place for fruit to grow. When fruits receive plenty of sunlight, they accumulate essential nutrients through photosynthesis, resulting in their delicious taste.\u00a0<span style=\"background-color: transparent; text-align: var(--text-align);\">Additionally, Nagano\u2019s inland climate features warm days and cool nights. 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These majestic peaks, including those with elevations around 3,000 meters, are often referred to as \u201cJapan\u2019s roof.\u201d Due to being surrounded by high mountains, Nagano experiences minimal impact from typhoons and the rainy season, making it an ideal destination for various high-altitude resorts and also a comfortable region for living. Notably, popular ski resorts like \u201cHakuba\u201d and \u201cShiga Kogen,\u201d as well as national treasure such as the \u201cMatsumoto Castle\u201d and \u201cZenkoji Temple,\u201d can be found here. &#8220;Shinshu\u201d allows you to enjoy a lifestyle in harmony with nature. Why Choosing Nagano Prefecture? Indeed! Nagano Prefecture, known as \u201cNagano-ken\u201d\uff08\u9577\u91ce\u770c\uff09 in Japanese, is situated in the heart of Honshu, Japan\u2019s main island. Here are some interesting facts about Nagano: Geographical Center Nagano is a mountainous, landlocked prefecture belonging to the Chubu Region. It occupies a central position on Honshu, making it accessible from major cities like Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka and anywhere you wish to go in Japan. The\u00a0Hokuriku Shinkansen\u00a0connects Nagano and Tokyo, and the journey takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes. There are 3 types of train operated, it includes Kagayaki,\u00a0Hakutaka, and\u00a0Asama, the train runs frequently throughout the day, starting as early as 6:00 AM. Natural Beauty of Nagano The prefecture boasts rich nature and spectacular landscapes. Forests cover approximately 80% of Nagano, and its mountains rise above 3,000 meters. The Japanese Alps run through Nagano, providing stunning vistas and outdoor recreational opportunities. Nagano Prefecture, nestled in the heart of Japan, boasts captivating natural beauty that draws visitors from far and wide. Here are some must-see spots: Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park: In the Jigokudani Valley, you will encounter adorable \u201cSnow Monkeys\u201d soaking in hot springs. These onsen-loving Japanese monkeys have made this place their own, and you can observe them up close in their natural habitat. Matsumoto Castle: A National Treasure, Matsumoto Castle stands against the backdrop of the Northern Japanese Alps. Its black-and-white exterior contrasts beautifully with cherry blossoms during mid-April. You can climb all the way up the castle\u2019s steep stairs to the top of the castle to enjoy panoramic views of Matsumoto City. Zenkoji Temple: With over 1,400 years of history, Zenkoji Temple is a national treasure. It houses the first Buddhist icon brought from India to Japan, making it an essential pilgrimage spot. Visitors can experience Zazen meditation and sutra-copying exercises here. Kamikochi: At the base of the Northern Japanese Alps lies Kamikochi, an idyllic basin with crystal-clear water and lush forests. The views of the Hotaka mountain range from Kappa Bridge are awe-inspiring, making it a favorite among nature enthusiasts These are just a few highlights\u2014Nagano\u2019s rugged mountains, clear rivers, dense forests, and traditional landscapes offer even more natural wonders to explore. Whether you\u2019re a wildlife enthusiast, history buff, or simply seeking tranquility, Nagano won\u2019t disappoint!\u00a0 Nagano Winter Olympic Game 1998 Nagano gained international recognition when it hosted the Olympic Winter Games in 1998. The city of Nagano itself is surrounded by mountains and is renowned for its ski areas. The events were mainly held in the city of Nagano and the nearby towns of Yamanouchi, Hakuba, Karuizawa, and Nozawaonsen. With its motto of \u2018Coexistence with Nature,\u2019 the host nation prioritized environmental concerns across various aspects, including the venues, furniture in the Athletes\u2019 Village, and officials\u2019 clothing. Abundant Natural Environment Nagano is surrounded by mountains, offering clean air and beautiful landscapes. This natural environment positively influences water quality, and Nagano has many springs selected for the \u201cHundred Famous Waters\u201d (Meisui Hyakusen:\u540d\u6c34\u767e\u9078) list. These springs originate from the region\u2019s natural sources and contribute to the water\u2019s taste and quality. The mineral-rich cold and clean water is a gift from nature and a source of pride for the local community. Known as the &#8220;Fruit Kingdom&#8221; Nagano Prefecture is known for its abundant fresh and naturally grown fruits, the reasons behind this are the sunlight exposure and day-night temperature variation. Nagano region, with its sunny climate and low rainfall, provides abundant sunlight. This makes it an excellent place for fruit to grow. When fruits receive plenty of sunlight, they accumulate essential nutrients through photosynthesis, resulting in their delicious taste.\u00a0Additionally, Nagano\u2019s inland climate features warm days and cool nights. 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