Chikuma

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A mountainous landscape with a river in the foreground and a building in the background.
A river with a bridge, buildings, and mountains under a clear sky.
A traditional Japanese temple with a curved roof, surrounded by lush greenery.
Terraced fields, a small building, and distant mountains.
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A panoramic view of a city with a river, fields, and mountains in the background.
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Where to stay in Chikuma

Find the best Chikuma areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Chikuma
Learn more about Chikuma

Togura

Togura might not have many top sights, but Nishizawa Piggy Bank Museu and Joyama Historic Park and Arata-Jo Mountain Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A traditional Japanese temple with a tiled roof, surrounded by a gravel path and colorful flags.
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Inariyama

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Inariyama and surrounding area, you can visit Nagano Prefectural Museum of History and Chausuyama Zoo.

Chikaraishi

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chikaraishi and surrounding area, you can visit Nishizawa Piggy Bank Museu and Joyama Historic Park and Arata-Jo Mountain Castle.

Club Wyndham Chikumakan Nagano

Club Wyndham Chikumakan Nagano

3 out of 5
1-33-4 Chikuma Kamiyamada Onsen Chikuma Nagano
The price is $115 total per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
$115 total
per night
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Stay at this ryokan in Chikuma. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Joyama Historic Park and Arata-Jo Mountain Castle ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (49 reviews)
"Great stay! Large room. Breakfast and lunch were an amazing experience."

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

Club Wyndham Chikumakan Nagano
Kamesei Ryokan

Kamesei Ryokan

3 out of 5
2-15-1 Kamiyamada Onsen Chikuma Nagano
The price is $83 total per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
$83 total
per night
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Stay at this ryokan in Chikuma. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Nishizawa Piggy Bank Museu and Joyama Historic Park ...
9/10 Wonderful! (92 reviews)
"Beautiful though slightly older ryokan. Owners were absolutely lovely, helpful, very friendly and were great to have a chat with. Due to some communication issues we were unable to organise a meal there, but the owners were very apologetic and offered a free session in the private family onsen as ..."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

Kamesei Ryokan
Hotel JAL City Nagano

Hotel JAL City Nagano

3 out of 5
1221, Toigosho-machi Nagano Nagano-ken
The price is $67 total per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
$67 total
per night
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Stay at this hotel in Nagano. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kitano Cultural Center and Gondo Shopping ...
Hotel JAL City Nagano
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin

HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin

4.5 out of 5
1116 3020 Hokujo, Hakuba Hakuba Nagano
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hakuba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed at. Room was excellent with an amazing Mountain View. Full amenities and top notch service. Staff goes above and beyond and are personable and friendly, even as English speaking tourists. The breakfast was delicious and a perfect mix of made to order hot dishes ..."

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026

HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin
Zen Chalets Hakuba

Zen Chalets Hakuba

4 out of 5
4305-1 Hokujo Hakuba Nagano
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Hakuba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Hakuba Happo-One Ski ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
"Great staff, tidy accomadation,comfy beds and great location"

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

Zen Chalets Hakuba
Hakuba Canadian Lodge

Hakuba Canadian Lodge

3 out of 5
4715-4 Wadano Hokujo Hakuba Nagano
Book a stay at this ski cottage in Hakuba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area and Hakuba ...
Hakuba Canadian Lodge
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Stay near popular Chikuma attractions

Nagano Prefectural Museum of History

8.0/10 (24 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Nagano Prefectural Museum of History, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Chikuma. Visit the area's temples, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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Things to do

Snow Monkeys, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano

Snow Monkeys, Obuse & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano

$153
per adult
Snow Monkeys, Obuse & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano
Strolling through the towering cedar avenue of Togakushi.

Togakushi: A Serene Walk Through Sacred Forests & Soba Traditions

$134
per adult
Togakushi: A Serene Walk Through Sacred Forests & Soba Traditions
Food & Cultural Walking Tour around Zenkoji temple in Nagano

Food & Culture Walk in Nagano: Oyaki, Sake, Matcha & Zenkoji

$109
per adult
Food & Culture Walk in Nagano: Oyaki, Sake, Matcha & Zenkoji
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Cities near Chikuma

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A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by lush green forest.

Nagano

A rural road flanked by leafless trees and mountains under a clear blue sky.
Photo by Yobito KAYANUMA (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)

Sakaki

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Omi

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