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Traveling around the country: Nagano Prefecture

Starting from Osaka,
The most enjoyable experience of winter in Japan

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A few hours traveling by train and car from Osaka brings you to the world's leading snow resort of Hakuba. Winters in Nagano are the best for snow activities as it was the stage for the 1998 Winter Olympics and nearby Okushiga Kogen Ski Resort boasts one of the best powder snow base in Japan. Other popular activities are watching snow monkeys cavort in the many hot springs and a visit to Yudanaka Onsen Town which has a historic open-air bath. After exploring urban Osaka, you shouldn't miss the chance to experience Nagano, the sacred place of Japan for the finest in winter sporting activities.

A few hours traveling by train and car from Osaka brings you to the world's leading snow resort of Hakuba. Winters in Nagano are the best for snow activities as it was the stage for the 1998 Winter Olympics and nearby Okushiga Kogen Ski Resort boasts one of the best powder snow base in Japan. Other popular activities are watching snow monkeys cavort in the many hot springs and a visit to Yudanaka Onsen Town which has a historic open-air bath. After exploring urban Osaka, you shouldn't miss the chance to experience Nagano, the sacred place of Japan for the finest in winter sporting activities.

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Hakuba Jump Stadium
(Hakuba Village Olympic Memorial Hall)

Visit the memorial museum dedicated to the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics and Paralympics, held in Hakuba.

Hakuba Ski Jumping Stadium
Hakuba Ski Jumping Stadium
Hakuba Ski Jumping Stadium
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5 minutes by Car

Restaurant Seppo

A chef personally connects with farmers and producers in Hakuba and the surrounding areas, showcasing fresh ingredients and the charm of the region.

Restaurant Seppo
Restaurant Seppo
Restaurant Seppo
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1 hour 35 minutes by car

Yudanaka Onsen Yorozuya

Relax in six distinctive baths filled with longevity-enhancing hot spring waters, rich in character and tradition.

Yudanaka Onsen Yorozuya
Yudanaka Onsen Yorozuya
Yudanaka Onsen Yorozuya
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11 minutes by car

Jigokudani Wild Monkey Park

The only place in the world where you can observe Japanese macaques soaking in a hot spring up close.

Jigokudani Wild Monkey Park
Jigokudani Wild Monkey Park
Jigokudani Wild Monkey Park
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13 minutes by car

Yudanaka Onsen Hot Spring Tour

Use your "Yumeguri Onsen Pass" and let's visit Yudanaka Onsen, a popular hot springs resort, featuring a history dating back hundreds of years. You can take a bath in 3 places per pass. Yumeguri pass stickers can also be used at affiliated stores.

Yudanaka Onsen Hot Spring Tour
Yudanaka Onsen Hot Spring Tour
Yudanaka Onsen Hot Spring Tour
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