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  • Kurumayama-kogen Highland
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    Nagano Pref. Chinoshi Kitayama 3413
    This is a beautiful highland that spreads out around Mt. Kuruma, the highest peak in the Kirigamine Mountain Range, where around 600 types of alpine plants grow. The view from Mt. Kuruma’s summit is exquisite, overlooking the Southern Alps (Akaishi Mountains), Mt. Fuji, Mt. Yatsugatake and the Asama Mountain Range. In summer one can enjoy hiking or trekking, and in winter skiing.

    Easy to climbing to the top from the nearest parking. We can enjoy its view like Kirigamine Prairie and Lake Shilakaba.

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  • Shiga Highlands
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    Shiga Kogen in Shimokitai-gun Nagano-machi, Nagano Prefecture
    Located at an altitude of over 1,000 meters, the Shiga Highlands occupy the bulk of the central area of Joshin’etsu-kogen National Park. This resort area features lakes, marshes, and bogs of all sizes, and you can enjoy physical activities such as trekking in summer and skiing in winter. The rich natural scenery is intimately intertwined with people’s lives, and in fact, this area has been designated a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.
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  • Fujimi Kogen Hana no Sato
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    Nagano Pref. Suwagunfujimimachi Sakai Hirohara 12067
    A plateau resort 1,250 meters above ground, you’ll find a “romance area” with zinnias and rudbeckias, and in the “white birch area,” you’ll see Fujimi Kougen heremocallis, hydrangeas, and a number of seasonal blooms. There’s also an observation platform from which you can view Mt. Fuji, the South Alps (Akaishi Mountains), and the North Alps (Hida Mountains) on a sunny day, basking in the grandeur of nature. Handicapped individuals can borrow outdoors wheelchairs for free.

    富士見公園天空カートで頂上までいきます。上りも下りも、人が歩く速さで移動します。白樺が綺麗で、高山植物も見ながら進みます。快晴の天気はそれほど望めないとのことでしたが、幸運に恵まれ、頂上の展望台からは、綺麗が富士山を仰ぐことができました。次は、徒歩で挑戦したいです。

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  • Norikura Highlands
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    Matsumoto-shi, Nagano Prefecture
    A highland located east of Mt. Norikura in Azumi, Matsumoto City. A popular mountain tourism destination, facilities such as hotels and motor home campgrounds can be found in the area, as well as a large number of walking paths. Events such as Mt. Norikura sunrise bus tours and starlight tours are also held in the area.
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  • Takabocchi Highlands
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    Nagano Pref. Shiojirishi Kataoka
    A highland situated along the Takabocchi Skyline road in Kataoka, Shiojiri City. Sprawling at the foot of 1,665-meter-tall Mt. Takabocchi, the highland is a renowned picturesque destination and offers a 360 panoramic view of the area, including Lake Suwa, Yatsugatake, Mt. Fuji, and the Akaishi Mountains.
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  • Utsukushigahara Highlands
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    Nagano Pref. Matsumotoshi Iriyamabe
    Utsukushi-ga-Hara Highlands which is a part of the largest quasi-national park in Nagano Prefecture is the largest plateau in Japan sitting at an elevation of close to 2,000 meters above sea level. The superb 360 degree panorama rewards visitors with views overlooking the Northern and Southern Alps, and Mt. Fuji. The mountain top Utsukushi-ga-Hara Highlands has trails and hiking paths so you can fully enjoy the magnificent nature and fresh air.
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  • Kirigamine Highlands
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    Kirigamine of Suwa-shi Nagano Prefecture
    Selected as one of the top 100 famous mountains in Japan, Kirigamine Highlands, at approximately 1,600 meters above sea level, extends 10 kilometers east to west and 15 kilometers north to south. In early summer the azaleas and daylilies are at their best, and from summer through to autumn you’ll find fireweed and silver grass in bloom. Lots of alpine plants can be spotted in these grassy meadows and visitors can get views of Mt. Fuji and the Yatsugatake Mountains from this popular scenic spot.
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  • Tateshina Highland
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    Chino, Nagano Prefecture
    A highland sprawling at the foot of Yatsugatake in Chino City. Situated in an area over 1,000 meters above sea level on average and surrounded by lush natural beauty, the highland remains cool even in the summer and is a great destination to escape the heat. Bed and breakfasts, hotels, and hot spring inns, as well as villas, restaurants, art museums, and other cultural facilities are located in the area, in addition to outdoor activity facilities such as a ski resort and golf course.
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  • Kaida Highlands
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    Nagano Pref. Kisogunkisomachi Kaidakougensuekawa
    A highland sprawling at the foot of Mt. Mitake along the Nakasendo Highway in Kaidakogen Suekawa, Kiso Town, Kiso County. A naturally lush and beautiful area with a picturesque view of Mt. Mitake, even in summer the average temperature is around 18°C and the area is a great place to enjoy the outdoors while escaping the heat of lower lying areas. A variety of activity facilities are located in the area, including Kisouma no Sato, a horse ranch which raises native Kiso horses; museums; and local culture centers, in addition to restaurants, hot spring inns, and bed and breakfasts.
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  • Shirabiso Highlands
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    Nagano Pref. Idashi Kamimura 979-53
    You can see the Southern Alps, Northern Alps, and Chuo Alps from these mountains, which have an altitude of 1,918 meters; in fact, they’re called the “Alps Observation site.” There are hiking and trekking courses in the area as well as an auto camp site, offering plenty of outdoor activities. The newly blooming plants, changing of the leaves, and sunset are all gorgeous, making this a popular driving destination.
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  • Matsubarako Highland
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    Nagano Pref. Minamisakugunkoumimachi Toyosato 5918-2
    This plateau is located in Toyosato, Koumi Town, Minamisaku County near Lake Inako, Lake Choko, and Lake Otsuki, which are collectively referred to as Lake Matsubara. It features a variety of facilities including hot springs and camp grounds as well as sporting facilities such as a skating center and tennis courts. Visitors can also enjoy activities such as boating and strolling along the lakeshore. Anglers can fish for Japanese crucian carp on the lake and even go ice fishing for Japanese pond smelt in the winter.
  • Organic Resort IIZUNA HIGASHI KOGEN
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    Nagano Kamiminochi-gun Iizunamachi Kawakami 2755-345
    A highland surrounded by the Five Peaks of Northern Nagano, Mt. Iizuna, Mt. Kurohime, Mt. Togakushi, Mt. Myoko, and Mt. Madarao. Located at an altitude of about 900 meters, it has a lush natural environment with alpine plants, plants found at lower elevations, birds, insects, etc. You can enjoy the great outdoors there year-round with the changing seasons. This includes mountain cherry trees and azaleas in spring, hydrangea and insects in summer, vivid foliage in fall, and the snowy landscape of winter. There are various facilities like a golf course, campground, athletic field, and a petting zoo in the area around Lake Reisenji. The highland is a fun day out for everyone from kids to grown-ups.
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  • Takamagahara
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    Nagano Shimotakai-gun Yamanouchimachi Hirao Shigakogen Uchi
    Located in Shimotakai-gun, Nagano Prefecture, the Takatengahara Mammoth Ski Area is in the central area of the Shiga Kogen Ski Resort, with a flat, single piste up to the summit of Higashidateyama, and is open to intermediate and advanced skiers alike. The Takatengahara Summer Lift, available during the green season, is a 4-seater high-speed lift that allows you to enjoy a speedy walk in the air while viewing the seasonal flowers and grasses in bloom at your feet.
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  • Kamikochi Nakanose Park
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    Nagano Matsumoto-shi Azumi
    This nature park is located in the southern part of Azusa River, with benches along the side of the trail and a pavilion, making it a good place to rest when visiting the surrounding tourist spots. The park is also part of a 3-hour walking course from the Kamikochi Bus Terminal to enjoy the location.
  • Kayano Highlands
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    Nagano Kamiina-gun Minowamachi
    Located between the Southern Alps and the Central Alps, the 1,200-meter-high mountaintop promenade is well maintained, and visitors can enjoy strolling along it while listening to the chirping of birds and the seasonal flowers and grasses. In spring, about 1,000 cherry trees bloom along the road from the foot of the mountain to the summit, attracting many visitors every year.
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  • Hijiri Highlands
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    Nagano Higashichikuma-gun Omimura
    The plateau stretches between Chikumagawa River and Saikawa River at the foot of Mt. The area is also famous for its ice forests, which attract many tourists in the winter.
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  • Tsugaike Nature Park
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    Nagano Pref. Kitadumigunotarimura Chikuniotsu
    A nature park situated inside Chubu Sangaku National Park which encloses one of Japan’s best high moors, which extends across a 2,000 meter tall mountain. The park is also renowned for its blooming flowers and fall colors. Alpine plants such as Asian skunk cabbage, Japanese wood poppy, and Dryas pentapetala can be found in the park, which flower beautifully from June to August. The park is outfitted with approximately 5.5 kilometers of wooden footpaths for visitors to take leisurely strolls on.
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  • Ichinose-enchi Pasture
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    Nagano Prefecture Matsumoto-shi Norikura Kogen
    A green tract of land occupying the center of the Norikura Highland equipped with trails for walking. Surround yourself with natural beauty and enjoy views of a crystal-clear stream, green meadows, white birches, and Mt. Norikura in the distance. A variety of flowers also bloom in the area year-round, making it a popular destination for amateur photographers as well.
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  • Akasawa Natural Recreational Forest
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    Nagano Prefecture Kiso-gun Kamimatsu-cho Akasawa Ogawa entered the forest
    Known as the birthplace of forest bathing, Akasawa Natural Recreational Forest is a natural coniferous forest of Kiso Hinoki (Japanese cypress trees) of over 300 years old. It has been selected as one of the three most beautiful forests in Japan and one of the Ministry of the Environment's 100 best aromatic landscapes. The forest is home to walking trails, places to stay, workshops, and restaurants, etc. Many people come here to forest bath so they can relax and de-stress.
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  • Yachiho Highland Natural Garden
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    Nagano Pref. Minamisakugunsakuhomachi Yakori 2049-183
    Yachiho Highland Natural Garden preserves the natural environment of Mt. Yatsugatake and is nearly 28 hectares large. You’ll find plants native to the highlands blooming gorgeously and hear the songs of wild fowl and the babbling of mountain streams. You’ll find three small pathways here, each of which offers a different natural experience.
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Nagano prefecture is an exciting mix of mountains, hot spring monkeys, and preserved Edo history. At the heart of the Japanese Alps, Nagano is one of the country’s most popular destinations, whether in winter for its snow sports and the much-loved Jigokudani Monkey Park or in the warmer months for discovering the undulating hills on foot. For fantastic Edo architecture, head to the Kiso Valley for a 60-kilometer stretch of quaint wooden buildings that marked the Nakasendo route 200 years ago.

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