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Upper Togakushi Shrine image
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Upper Togakushi Shrine
Shinto shrine
Celebrated Shinto shrine dating back 2,000 years set among towering cedars on a mountain.
4.60 (3.3K reviews)
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Zenkōji temple
Buddhist temple
This renowned Buddhist temple founded in the 7th century features picturesque grounds & a museum.
4.50 (22.8K reviews)
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Cedar Promenade of Inner Togakushi
Historical landmark
👍👍 The place was divine! I highly recommend visiting in winter on a good weather day. Buses don't have access in winter so you would have to walk over 30 minutes from Togakushi chuusha bus stop. Then another 20 minutes from the Tori gate. It's a very scenic walk.
4.60 (536 reviews)
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Togakushi-Jinja
Shinto shrine
Shinto site consisting of 5 shrines, with paths lined by soaring Japanese cedar trees.
4.40 (5.1K reviews)
Nagano Prefectural Art Museum (Higashiyama Kaii Gallery) image
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Nagano Prefectural Art Museum (Higashiyama Kaii Gallery)
Art museum
👍👍 画家本人の希望で作品のすべてを長野県に寄贈、1990年長野県立美術館に併設して開館した東山魁夷館に、970点にも及ぶ作品が収蔵され、管理企画も大変かと思いますが、ファンにとっては大作が、まじかに見られる場所です。緻密な作業の過程でのスケッチも展示され、作品制作にむけた几帳面な一面が感じられます。また作品の...
4.40 (429 reviews)
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Kids’ Ninja Village
Theme park
Indoor/outdoor children's theme park with ninja games like blow darts or ninja star throwing.
4.30 (1.2K reviews)
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Togakushi Ski Resort
Ski resort
Winter sports complex with downhill trails, a kids' area, nearby shrines & a soba restaurant.
4.30 (1.1K reviews)
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Togakushi Museum of Natural History
Natural history museum
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4.50 (245 reviews)
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Daihongan, Zenkōji Temple
Buddhist temple
Buddhist temple, one of the oldest in Japan, known for its classic architecture & peaceful setting.
4.40 (383 reviews)
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Zenkoji Omotesando
Traditional market
👍👍 駐車場へ向かう車の中から見ただけでワクワクしちゃう雰囲気です。実際に歩いてもオシャレに整備されてる町並みに色んなお店があって楽しかった! 肝心の町並みは写真撮り忘れてた。載せた写真はホテルなそうな。
4.30 (840 reviews)
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Togakushi Ninja Museum・Ninja Trick Mansion
Tourist attraction
Folklore museum offering exhibits on ninja history, tools & weapons, plus old clothes & furniture.
4.30 (540 reviews)
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Chausuyama Zoo
Zoo
City zoo with panoramic views, animals on display, a botanical garden & a kids' play area.
4.20 (2K reviews)
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Nagano Prefectural Art Museum
Art museum
Showrooms of paintings & calligraphy by artists linked to emerging styles of the early 20th century.
4.20 (1.8K reviews)
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Kagami ike pond
Scenic spot
Mountain-backed lake with reflective, still waters, hiking trails & colorful foliage.
4.20 (1.8K reviews)
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Togakushi Forest Botanical Garden
Botanical garden
👍👍 Good alternative path on the way back from the shrine. Tip: free parking (vs. 600yen near the shrine nain gate - only 200 after!)
4.30 (413 reviews)
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大望峠展望台
Observation deck
👍👍 I've seen famous observatories in various prefectures so far, but this observatory is exceptional. A vast view overlooking the Northern Alps, the Togakushi mountain range, and everything. And some villages among those mountains. Why do humans live in such a deep place, and so on, I regretted my s...
4.40 (231 reviews)
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Jōyama Zoo
Zoo
No-cost zoo with animals such as sea lions, penguins & monkeys, plus some rides & play equipment.
4.20 (1.1K reviews)
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Matsushiro Underground Imperial Headquarters
Historical landmark
WWII underground bunker complex was built in 1944 as a fallback headquarters for the Imperial Army.
4.20 (993 reviews)
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Zenkōji Nakamise Street
Tourist attraction
👍👍 If you want a nice touristy experience, this street is perfect! The path leading to the temple is lined with lots of food stands selling hot buns filled with an assortment of local foods, icecream stands, and souvenir shops. Go on a rainy day to get that perfect vibe.
4.30 (315 reviews)
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Chausuyama Dinosaur Park
Park
City park featuring dinosaur statues, many with built-in slides, plus a picnic area.
4.20 (587 reviews)
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