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  • Jindai-zakura of Suzakura Shrine
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    Nagano Nagano-shi Izumidaira 513
    This Edo-higanzakura cherry blossom tree is the only one in Japan to be designated a National Natural Monument. The huge tree is around nine meters in circumference at the base and is estimated to be 1,200 years old. Each year in spring when it comes into bloom, its beauty delights the eyes of large numbers of visitors. The tree blossoms from late April to early May. Located on the grounds of Suzakura Shrine in Izumidaira, Nagano City, according to legend the tree grew from a cherry wood cane the god Susanoo-no-Mikoto planted on the bank of the pond when he rested here.
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  • Zenkoji Temple Nakamise Street
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    Nagano Nagano-shi Nagano Motoyoshicho
    A shopping street located in Nagano Motozen-cho, Nagano City. The shopping street originated from the business activities of street merchants and tachi-dealers that had been conducted in the precincts of Zenkoji Temple since the Middle Ages. After the relocation of Zenkoji Temple's Nyorai-do Hall, merchants began to gather at the vacant lot, and after the Meiji Restoration, their stalls were established as permanent stores. Today, the area is still crowded with visitors to Zenkoji Temple, with a variety of stores ranging from traditional stores to fashionable cafes, including Hachimanya Isogoro, a long-established shichimi (seven spice) shop that is known as a standard Zenkoji Temple souvenir.
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  • Daikanjin Temple
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    Nagano Nagano-shi Nagano Motoyoshicho 492
    "This Buddhist temple enshrines Japan's oldest mihotoke statue and is one of the country's most well-known sacred sites. The temple's history extends back 1,400 years, having been built on imperial order in 644. Known familiarly to locals as ""Zenkoji-san,"" the temple still sees large number of worshippers today."
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  • Daikanjin Temple Treasure House
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    Nagano Nagano-shi Nagano Motoyoshicho 492Dai
    The Zenkoji Temple has been both a Betto head temple and Daikanjin temple since long ago, and this treasure house contains numerous treasures and rare historical materials concerning the temple. Its collection consists of more than three thousand items, of which 150 items are put on display at any given time. Many of the items in the treasure house's collection have been designated Important Cultural Properties, including items connected to the Imperial family, the mighty Tokugawa clan and other notable military clans, and the Rinno-ji Temple.
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  • Aratojo Castle Historical Park
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    Nagano Pref. Chikumashi Kamiyamada Shiroyama 3509-1
    Built on the site of Aratojo Castle, the epicenter of the fierce Battle of Kawanakajima fought between Oda Nobunaga and Uesugi Kenshin, here you can get a sense of what mountain castles were like during that time, and the park is visited by a great many tourists from both in and outside the prefecture. From the watchtowers, you can get a sweeping view of such picturesque scenery as the Chikuma River and the Kamiyada Hot Spring area.
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  • Saihoji Temple
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    Nagano Pref. Naganoshi Naganonishimachi 1019
    It is said that Honen, the founder of the Jodo sect (the first independent branch of Japanese Pure Land Buddhism) who visited Zenkoji Temple in 1199, founded Saihoji Temple. The temple also has a close connection with Tibet when the 14th Dalai Lama visited in 2010. One of the highlights of which was the eye-opening ceremony to the Great Buddha. In the parking lot is an inscription written about the temple by the haiku poet Kobayashi Issa. It is said that the red Jizo statues (stone image of Kshitigarbha, guardian of children) which are not often found in Japan, protect those people having issues with their in-laws. The red color symbolizes protection against evil and the red statue is enshrined here to protect Zenkoji Temple.
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  • Harayama Banboo Ware
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    Nagano Pref. Naganoshi Togakushi 3393
    Harayama Bamboo Ware is a Nemagaritake bamboo goods specialty store located in Togakushi Chusha in Nagano City that has been around for over 150 years. They craft and sell bamboo sieves used to serve soba, baskets, and other goods, and they also offer visitors a chance to try making their own bamboo goods at the adjoining workshop.
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  • Nihon Chureiden (Zenkoji Temple History Museum)
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    Nagano Pref. Naganoshi Naganomotoyoshichou 491 - Yu Zenkoji
    This mausoleum is located in the precinct of Zenkoji Temple. It was completed in 1970 as Japan's only Buddhist-style mausoleum, where 2.4 million spirits from the Boshin War to the Pacific War are venerated. In the historical materials museum located on the first floor, you'll find the mandala necessary for the eye-opening ceremony when the Dahli Lama the 14th visited Zenkoji Temple and the original Nio statue of Nio-mon.
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  • Togakushi Museum of Natural History
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    Nagano Pref. Naganoshi Togakushitochihara 3400
    "This museum is on Prefectural Route 404 in Togakushi Tochihara, Nagano City. Among the items on display are fossils of shellfish excavated from the Togakushi Mountain Range, letting visitors learn about the natural history of the Nagano Basin. Housed in a former elementary school building, they also hold various workshops that get visitors up close with the items, including fossil cleaning and ""museum experience"" workshops."
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  • Obasute Tourism Hall
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    Nagano Pref. Chikumashi Yawata Discard 4993-1
    A tourism facility located in Chikuma City, Nagano Prefecture which was recently remodeled in April 2018. The facility is used to exhibit pieces by artists connected to the area and to hold regular events. With the facility's remodeling, window side seats were added from which visitors can enjoy a sweeping view of the Zenkoji Plain. The facility also has a restaurant popularly used by visiting tourists.
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  • Obasute Rice Terraces
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    Nagano Pref. Chikumashi Yawata
    Scenic terraced rice fields located close to Obasute Station on the JR Shinonoi Line. A sprawling array of 2,000 fields, the area has been selected as one of Japan's 100 most beautiful terraced rice fields. Popular for its picturesque Zenkoji Plain night view and sunrises, Obasute night view tours are also conducted in the area. Many tourists come here to take in the spectacular view.
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  • Mamekichi Honpo Shinshu Tsu Chi Shige
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    Nagano Nagano-shi Nagano Motoyoshicho 483
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  • Zenkouji temple Takadaya
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    Nagano Nagano-shi Nagano Motoyoshicho 486
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  • Togakushi Kogen
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    Nagano Nagano-shi Togakushi
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  • Cedar tree approach to Togakushi Shrine
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    Nagano Nagano-shi Togakushi
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  • Sanbonsugi (Togakushi Jinja)
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    Nagano Nagano-shi Togakushi 3506
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  • Iizuna Kogen
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    Nagano Nagano-shi Tomita Hoka
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  • Togakushi Moribayashi Botanical garden
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    Nagano Nagano-shi

    Togakushi Forest Botanical Garden is located on Togakushi Highland. There are many trees, walking tracks and greenery around for people of all ages. You can also secure car parking space nearby...

  • Zozan-jinja Shrine
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    Nagano Nagano-shi Matsushiromachi Matsushiro 1502

    ・長野県長野市「松代地区」にある観光スポットの一つ「象山神社」さま。 ・1938年（昭和13年）に御祭神を知恵の神・学問の神「佐久間象山」さんとして創建された神社です。 ※佐久間象山さんは人です。松代藩士佐久間一学のご長男として文化八年にお生まれになった方です。 ・境内は丁寧に清掃されており、とても清潔感のある綺麗な空間です。 ・鳥居近くにある木々が風に揺られると、静かな境内に神聖な風の音が響...

  • Nagano Wakasato Multi-purpose Sports Arena Big Hat
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    Nagano Nagano-shi Wakasato 3-22-2
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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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