Tag: nagano

Japan travel adventures with the family

Kamikochi view from Kappa Bridge

Kamikochi

If you are looking for somewhere to escape the heat of Japanese summer, explore nature, go for a hike or just a walk, if you are looking for a camping adventure or a stay in luxury then Kamikochi is exactly what you are looking for! We stayed here for two nights (although you can visit…
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Snow Monkeys Nagano Japan

Snow Monkeys

Snow Monkeys or Japanese Macaques, are known worldwide for soaking in the hot springs of Nagano in winter. The monkeys are wild and come down from the surrounding mountains to play and chill out… or warm up!… in their own Onsen. The Monkey Onsen (or hot spring) is man made. The monkeys started to visit…
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Nozawa Onsen Fire Festival

One of Japans most amazing festivals is the Nozawa Onsen Fire Festival which is held each year on the 15th January in the snow fields of Nozawa Onsen. Nozawa Onsen is a picturesque hot spring town in Nagano Japan. It is famous for its multiple public onsens, the amazing ski fields and it is home…
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