SHINSHU AREA

 


 Hida - Takayama
飛騨高山 
  Hida-Takayaama is metropolis of the Hida district amang mountains. Old cityscape is stored and is called " small Kyoto".
It is an entrance to " Histric village of Sirakawa-go " of the world heritage . It is 2 hours by car from Kisofukushima.
  Kamikochi
上高地
   Kamikochi is a famous beauty spot among the mountains of the Northern Alps including Mt. Hotaka and Mt. Yakedake. You can enjoy the beauty of nature amidst the mysterious scenery.
   Zenkoji - Temple
善光寺
   Zenko-ji is a noble temple founded approximately 1400 years ago. It collected faith from the all over Japan. You can experience the ceremony of " Okaidan-meguri " ( walking in darkness ) .
It 90mins by train from Kisofukushima .
   Matsumoto Jo - Castle
松本城
   Matsumoto jo Castle is a famous castle built approximately 400 years ago .
This 5 roofed , six story tower was built in 1593-94 and is Japan's oldest existing castle .
It is officially a national treasure . It is called " Crow Castle " due to It's black appearance .
It is about 40mins by train from Kisofukushima .
   Suwako - Lake
諏訪湖
   Suwako-Lake is the biggest lake in Nagano . You can enjoy the leisure such as a pleasure boats or boating . A hot spring is located along the shore . In summer , you can enjoy firework which are widely known around Japan .
It is about 50 mins by train from Kisofukushima .