Title: Visit Nagano Prefecture: 2026 Travel Guide for Nagano Prefecture, Japan | Expedia.com [Nagano Prefecture Hotels](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Nagano-Prefecture.d6053689.Hotel-Destinations)[Vacation Rentals in Nagano Prefecture](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Nagano-Prefecture.d6053689.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Nagano Prefecture Flights](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Nagano-Prefecture.d6053689.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Nagano Prefecture](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Nagano-Prefecture.d6053689.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Nagano Prefecture](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Nagano-Prefecture.d6053689.Car-Rental-Destinations)[Nagano Prefecture Vacations](https://expedia.com/Nagano-Prefecture.d6053689.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Nagano Prefecture ## Japan ![Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort showing a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103750/5c8a2be1-81b0-447a-8a84-519972c6d271.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort showing a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103750/5c8a2be1-81b0-447a-8a84-519972c6d271.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nawate-dōri featuring road cycling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526921114/c9ecebaf-387e-42e9-be7d-f838f00131c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Matsumoto Castle featuring a pond, heritage architecture and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220959/3e37d682-7fa2-4b6f-9794-7e254aea9c9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort which includes snow and snow boarding as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103750/c611d399-08ab-4d4a-837f-51353b8daa17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Popular cities in Nagano Prefecture [Hakuba Known for Skiing, Mountains and Sports ](https://expedia.com/Hakuba.dx602177) Trip time! Discover the skiing, mountains, and adventure in Hakuba. ## Reasons to visit - Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area - Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort - Hakuba Iwatake Ski Resort [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Hakuba.dx602177)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Hakuba-Hotels.d602177.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Karuizawa Known for Skiing, Golf and Museums ](https://expedia.com/Karuizawa.dx6157006) Love museums, golf, and monuments? Get away to Karuizawa! ## Reasons to visit - Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort - Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza - Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Karuizawa.dx6157006)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Karuizawa-Hotels.d6157006.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Nagano Known for Skiing, Culture and Temples ](https://expedia.com/Nagano.dx6127975) Enjoy vegetarian food and go skiing in this scenic mountain region, explore the ancient wooden Zenkoji Temple and historic castle, and hear legends of ninja warriors. ## Reasons to visit - Zenko-ji Temple - Togakushi Shrine - Nagano Olympic Stadium [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Nagano.dx6127975)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Nagano-Hotels.d6127975.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Matsumoto Known for Historical, Castle and Museums ](https://expedia.com/Matsumoto.dx6053699) With a spectacular castle and scenic streets filled with galleries, restaurants and shops, this Japan Alps gateway city offers natural and cultural delights. ## Reasons to visit - Matsumoto Castle - Kappa Bridge - Matsumoto Performing Arts Center [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Matsumoto.dx6053699)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Matsumoto-Hotels.d6053699.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Yamanouchi Known for Friendly people, Culture and Skiing ](https://expedia.com/Yamanouchi.dx6126721) Explore relaxing Yamanouchi: its skiing, hot springs, culture, and more! ## Reasons to visit - Shiga Kogen Ski Area - Jigokudani Monkey Park - Shibu [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Yamanouchi.dx6126721)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Yamanouchi-Hotels.d6126721.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Nozawaonsen Known for Friendly people, Culture and Skiing ](https://expedia.com/Nozawaonsen.dx6144837) Quaint Nozawaonsen awaits: its skiing, culture, museums, and more! ## Reasons to visit - Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Nozawaonsen.dx6144837)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Nozawaonsen-Hotels.d6144837.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ## Cities in Nagano Prefecture ![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 Enjoy vegetarian food and go skiing in this scenic mountain region, explore the ancient wooden Zenkoji Temple and historic castle, and hear legends of ninja warriors. ![Matsumoto Castle featuring a pond, heritage architecture and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220959/3e37d682-7fa2-4b6f-9794-7e254aea9c9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Matsumoto With a spectacular castle and scenic streets filled with galleries, restaurants and shops, this Japan Alps gateway city offers natural and cultural delights. ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - 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