Title: Things to Do in Shinano in 2026 | Expedia.com [Shinano Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Shinano.dx6157764)[Hotels in Shinano](https://expedia.com/Shinano-Hotels.d6157764.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Shinano](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Shinano.d6157764.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Shinano](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Shinano.d6157764.Car-Rental-Guide)[Shinano Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Shinano.d6157764.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Shinano ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Shinano Types of activities [Shinano Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Shinano.dx6157764) ![Sekigawa power station.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/7c7ca087-9835-4324-9163-e478105689dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/7c7ca087-9835-4324-9163-e478105689dc.jpg) by [Qurren](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Qurren) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![Lake Nojiri Biwa Island.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/40db1717-9ea2-4031-8d4a-5cd6d2e8569e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/40db1717-9ea2-4031-8d4a-5cd6d2e8569e.jpg) by [Qurren](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Qurren) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![Mt. Kurohime from a swan boat in Lake Nojiri](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/b2905430-fd9f-40a8-9a08-349e872e0966.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/b2905430-fd9f-40a8-9a08-349e872e0966.jpg) by [jenterri](https://www.panoramio.com/user/4604313?with_photo_id=37739465) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![Lake Nojiri](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/a07f483a-85b2-4f99-a85b-f4fb37747206.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/a07f483a-85b2-4f99-a85b-f4fb37747206.jpg) by [jenterri](https://www.panoramio.com/user/4604313?with_photo_id=37739465) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![Naena-taki waterfall,Niigata prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/52604fe0-7f97-47cb-940c-c1877b2e945a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most popular activities in Shinano ### Tours & day trips [See all 64 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Nagano Snow Monkey 1 Day Tour with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch from Tokyo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44859776/c4e23ad3-f981-40dd-a5f5-46a22f362382.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano Snow Monkey 1 Day Tour with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch from Tokyo 13h 9/10 22 Viator reviews Free cancellation available ~~$146~~$125 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nagano-snow-monkey-1-day-tour-with-beef-sukiyaki-lunch-from-tokyo.a44859776.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1039636/2a0bdb4a-af8f-434a-924d-5e25cf15b68e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano 8h 9.8/10 336 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $145 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/1-day-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-temple-sake-in-nagano.a1039636.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano Spring: 1-Day Cherry Blossoms & Snow Monkeys Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45277007/151a94fe-4854-47a3-a9ce-f669f8020ac6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano Spring: 1-Day Cherry Blossoms & Snow Monkeys Guided Tour 9h 9.8/10 10 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $145 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nagano-spring-1-day-cherry-blossoms-snow-monkeys-guided-tour.a45277007.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![1-Day Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun in Shiga Kogen Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1039646/09d894e4-adf7-4f2c-a460-1393515c6ff7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Day Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun in Shiga Kogen Tour 9h 9.4/10 23 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $177 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/1-day-snow-monkeys-snow-fun-in-shiga-kogen-tour.a1039646.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano Full Day Private Tour: Zenkoji Temple, by Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47984269/b3cf2d80-fa6c-4edc-91ef-d96a64db4914.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano Full Day Private Tour: Zenkoji Temple, by Car Free cancellation available $82 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nagano-full-day-private-tour-zenkoji-temple-by-car.a47984269.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano: Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51408727/522aabb9-127f-4ee0-9002-056441a68de7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano: Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani Guided Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available $234 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nagano-snow-monkeys-of-jigokudani-guided-tour.a51408727.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys and Zenko-ji Day Trip & Sake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49621300/b84a4f8d-8f2c-4619-ac4a-c60e59296e77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys and Zenko-ji Day Trip & Sake 10h 10/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $133 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/winter-only-from-nozawa-onsen-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-sake.a49621300.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48037036/8899b5ce-965a-4888-ab88-c2931a446440.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip 1d 9.4/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $177 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nagano-matsumoto-matsumoto-castle-and-narai-juku-day-trip.a48037036.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![1-Day Ski Tour Package from Nagano Station](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48993227/8296fa79-b5e3-42e7-ac8b-84713e59c664.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Day Ski Tour Package from Nagano Station 9h 50m 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $260 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/1-day-ski-tour-package-from-nagano-station.a48993227.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47693849/622081eb-4675-4ac0-98e7-c35520f9d72b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour 2h 10/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $62 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nagano-sake-tasting-walking-tour.a47693849.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 25 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Nagano: Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51408727/522aabb9-127f-4ee0-9002-056441a68de7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano: Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani Guided Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available $234 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nagano-snow-monkeys-of-jigokudani-guided-tour.a51408727.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Private Nagano Tour: Ninja Wisdom, Soba-Making & Sake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50114701/30a6b6ab-ba32-4f28-96a8-edae291aaaf9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Nagano Tour: Ninja Wisdom, Soba-Making & Sake 10h Free cancellation available $316 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/shibuya-private-tour.a50114701.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano Snow Monkeys -Half day Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50915467/ae86c5ec-c4e6-4cc6-bb05-d2df118c74ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano Snow Monkeys -Half day Private Tour 5h Free cancellation available $262 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/naganos-famous-snow-monkeys-personalized-private-tour.a50915467.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano Private Tour With English Speaking Driver](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49900819/0d4f8620-13e1-4cce-814e-eb4fc29d323b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano Private Tour With English Speaking Driver 10h 10/10 11 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $550 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nagano-private-tour-with-english-speaking-driver.a49900819.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Togakushi Shrine Private Tour with English Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50704527/c4d536b3-c7ca-4471-8863-87fd5f6e1f74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Togakushi Shrine Private Tour with English Local Guide 6h Free cancellation available $240 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/togakushi-shrine-private-tour-with-english-local-guide.a50704527.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Obuse: Half-day walking tour of Hokusai & Local Specialties](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49620029/9c172426-b808-4079-aba1-84bb7cd65430.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Obuse: Half-day walking tour of Hokusai & Local Specialties 4h 30m+ 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $81 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/day-tour-in-obuse-hokusai-miso-and-sake-near-the-snow-monkey.a49620029.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Private Winter Togakushi Tour with Snow Play](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50701723/8bfe0539-b445-433f-8018-dc9f79db1cef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Winter Togakushi Tour with Snow Play 9h Free cancellation available $961 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-winter-togakushi-tour-with-snow-play.a50701723.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Private Nagano 1-Day Tour:Snow Monkeys,Zenko-ji,Obuse,Sake,Onsen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2340023/9c9434e5-acc9-451d-a5d4-5f4cf988b36a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Nagano 1-Day Tour:Snow Monkeys,Zenko-ji,Obuse,Sake,Onsen 8h 10/10 20 Viator reviews $605 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-nagano-1-day-tour-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-obuse-sake-onsen.a2340023.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano: Snow Monkeys, Sake Tasting & Zenkoji Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51825595/f443eb28-b314-461c-814b-f4bd35b6474d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano: Snow Monkeys, Sake Tasting & Zenkoji Private Tour 8h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $381 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nagano-snow-monkeys-sake-tasting-zenkoji-private-tour.a51825595.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![1-Day Private Snow Monkey ZenkoJi Temple & SakeTasting NaganoTour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46570509/ce0748f8-96e4-4ccb-8513-9a80c7430dc4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Day Private Snow Monkey ZenkoJi Temple & SakeTasting NaganoTour 6h 8/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $645 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/1-day-private-charter-snow-monkey-zenko-ji-temple-in-nagano-tour.a46570509.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 9 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Snow Monkeys, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49836054/7e29e4ff-e1b7-4898-a3b7-c77b0a2c7a49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Snow Monkeys, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano 8h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $157 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/snow-monkeys-and-beyond-obuse-zenkoji-and-sake-experiences.a49836054.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![From Matsumoto/Nagano: Nakasendo Trail Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47855451/3ff87e3a-024b-4121-91b8-936ec83af3d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Matsumoto/Nagano: Nakasendo Trail Walking Tour 1d 10/10 13 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $186 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-matsumoto-nagano-nakasendo-trail-walking-tour.a47855451.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano Snow Monkeys -Half day Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50915467/ae86c5ec-c4e6-4cc6-bb05-d2df118c74ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano Snow Monkeys -Half day Private Tour 5h Free cancellation available $262 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/naganos-famous-snow-monkeys-personalized-private-tour.a50915467.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Togakushi Shrine Private Tour with English Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50704527/c4d536b3-c7ca-4471-8863-87fd5f6e1f74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Togakushi Shrine Private Tour with English Local Guide 6h Free cancellation available $240 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/togakushi-shrine-private-tour-with-english-local-guide.a50704527.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano Day Tour from Tokyo Zenko Ji Temple and Snow Monkeys](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51479384/b46e8420-7637-405e-bf61-d66197ba279f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano Day Tour from Tokyo Zenko Ji Temple and Snow Monkeys 11h Free cancellation available $650 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nagano-day-tour-from-tokyo-zenko-ji-temple-and-snow-monkeys.a51479384.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Togakushi: Sacred Forest Walk & Soba Traditions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51893519/146aa900-a1b4-44f0-94ef-a0f357f2ed1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Togakushi: Sacred Forest Walk & Soba Traditions 4h Free cancellation available $139 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/togakushi-sacred-forest-walk-soba-traditions.a51893519.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano: Snow Monkeys & Togakushi Shrine Two-Spot in-One Day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51825168/7c24cb2d-be9c-4a35-800c-ae1597e2c386.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano: Snow Monkeys & Togakushi Shrine Two-Spot in-One Day 8h 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $403 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nagano-snow-monkeys-togakushi-shrine-two-spot-in-one-day.a51825168.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Private One-Day Everything Tour in Nagano or Matsumoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50080124/ecb33480-c174-41e4-8917-d9214279e81c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private One-Day Everything Tour in Nagano or Matsumoto 8h Free cancellation available $555 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nagano-bespoke-private-tour-your-experience-your-way.a50080124.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Jigokudani Snow Monkey and Togakushi Shrine Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50964019/95ab6f76-f0c7-48fb-afa6-8db41c2226d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Jigokudani Snow Monkey and Togakushi Shrine Private Tour 8h Free cancellation available $385 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/jigokudani-snow-monkey-and-togakushi-shrine-private-tour.a50964019.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Shinano | Number of things to do | 70 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Yudanaka Onsen Experience with Craft Beer near Monkey Park](/things-to-do/yudanaka-onsen-experience-with-craft-beer-near-monkey-park.a50126294.activity-details): $28 | | Top 5 things to do | [1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano](/things-to-do/1-day-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-temple-sake-in-nagano.a1039636.activity-details)[Nagano Snow Monkey 1 Day Tour with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch from Tokyo](/things-to-do/nagano-snow-monkey-1-day-tour-with-beef-sukiyaki-lunch-from-tokyo.a44859776.activity-details)[1-Day Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun in Shiga Kogen Tour](/things-to-do/1-day-snow-monkeys-snow-fun-in-shiga-kogen-tour.a1039646.activity-details)[Nagano: Snow House Village, Monkeys, and Shrines Tour](/things-to-do/nagano-snow-house-village-monkeys-and-shrines-tour.a52014001.activity-details)[Nagano Zenkoji Temple Town Walking Tour with Oyaki Tasting](/things-to-do/nagano-zenkoji-temple-town-walking-tour-with-oyaki-tasting.a52080258.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano](/things-to-do/1-day-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-temple-sake-in-nagano.a1039636.activity-details)[Nagano Snow Monkey 1 Day Tour with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch from Tokyo](/things-to-do/nagano-snow-monkey-1-day-tour-with-beef-sukiyaki-lunch-from-tokyo.a44859776.activity-details)[1-Day Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun in Shiga Kogen Tour](/things-to-do/1-day-snow-monkeys-snow-fun-in-shiga-kogen-tour.a1039646.activity-details)[Nagano: Snow House Village, Monkeys, and Shrines Tour](/things-to-do/nagano-snow-house-village-monkeys-and-shrines-tour.a52014001.activity-details)[Nagano Zenkoji Temple Town Walking Tour with Oyaki Tasting](/things-to-do/nagano-zenkoji-temple-town-walking-tour-with-oyaki-tasting.a52080258.activity-details) | ## What to do in Shinano --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Shinano? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Shinano ![Aerial view of a snow covered island with forest surrounded by the deep blue waters of Lake Nojiri, Shinano, Nagano, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347420/bd92db53-6232-449d-aaac-1ed08f932e29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Nojiri Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Nojiri during your travels in Shinano. Take in the museums while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Nojiri-Shinano.d6347420.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tangram Ski Circus 3.5/5(2 reviews) Hit the slopes in Shinano with a visit to Tangram Ski Circus. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/Tangram-Ski-Circus-Shinano.d553248621532775517.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kurohime Kogen Snow Park Hit the slopes in Shinano with a visit to Kurohime Kogen Snow Park. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.com/Kurohime-Kogen-Snow-Park-Shinano.d553248621532775469.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kurohime Fairy Tale Museum You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Kurohime Fairy Tale Museum in Shinano. Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Kurohime-Fairy-Tale-Museum-Shinano.d553248621583807708.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lake Nojiri Naumann Elephant Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Lake Nojiri Naumann Elephant Museum during your trip to Shinano. Discover the area's mountain views and temples. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Nojiri-Naumann-Elephant-Museum-Shinano.d553248621532775514.Vacation-Attraction) #### Madarao Tokyu Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Shinano at Madarao Tokyu Golf Club. Discover the hot springs in this relaxing area, or seek out the ski slopes. [](https://expedia.com/Madarao-Tokyu-Golf-Club-Shinano.d553248621532775518.Vacation-Attraction) #### Issa Memorial Museum You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Issa Memorial Museum during your travels in Shinano. Discover the temples in this walkable area, or seek out its ski slopes. [](https://expedia.com/Issa-Memorial-Museum-Shinano.d553248621583807707.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Shinano ![Japanese garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179170/8657d1a7-65bb-4d4d-96bd-189d9deaa015.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nakano ![Nagano featuring a waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127975/b9258e57-f92c-4f51-85b5-cbcb96cfcade.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nagano ![Myoko featuring tranquil scenes, mountains and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131089/3c29270a-b4d6-4f1a-b428-04608a243ee9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Myoko ![Beautiful view of the Chikuma river in Iiyama city,Nagano, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6264966/0f3202f8-0eb9-4876-b89a-6f5588cb19f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Iiyama ![Lake Reisenji.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347579/bff5f751-967d-4b49-a229-acc2090e306c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) by [Qurren](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Qurren) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ### Iizuna ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shinano worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Shinano? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Shinano? ### Is three days enough to stay in Shinano? ### What are some activities to do in Shinano with kids? > - 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