Chikuma Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Chikuma

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Togura

While there might not be top attractions in Togura, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Joyama Historic Park and Arata-Jo Mountain Castle and Nishizawa Piggy Bank Museu.

Togura
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Chikaraishi

When in Chikaraishi, you can plan a visit to Joyama Historic Park and Arata-Jo Mountain Castle and Nishizawa Piggy Bank Museu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Chikaraishi
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Inariyama

While Inariyama may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Nagano Prefectural Museum of History and Choraku-ji Temple.

Inariyama
Kashiwaya

Kashiwaya

3 out of 5
1-39-3 Tokura Kamiyamada Onsen, Chikuma, Nagano
The price is AU$107 per night from 24 July to 25 July
AU$107
24 July - 25 July
Stay at this 3-star ryokan in Chikuma. Enjoy free parking, hot springs on site, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Joyama Historic Park and Arata-Jo ...
7.4/10 Good! (54 reviews)
"コロナ対策もきちんとしていて快適に過ごせました。"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2020

Kashiwaya
Club Wyndham Chikumakan Nagano

Club Wyndham Chikumakan Nagano

3 out of 5
1-33-4 Chikuma Kamiyamada Onsen, Chikuma, Nagano
The price is AU$241 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$241
29 July - 30 July
Stay at this 3-star ryokan in Chikuma. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Joyama Historic Park and Arata-Jo Mountain ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (25 reviews)
Japanese traditional style hotel
"Comfortable beddings on tatami mattress floor. Excellent shuttle service. Spa/baths were very relaxing (not busy at all). Reasonable prices including meals."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2025

Club Wyndham Chikumakan Nagano
Ogiwarakan

Ogiwarakan

3.5 out of 5
1-31-3 Kamiyamada Onsen, Chikuma, Nagano
The price is AU$227 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$227
29 July - 30 July
Stay at this 3.5-star ryokan in Chikuma. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Joyama Historic Park and Arata-Jo Mountain ...
9/10 Wonderful! (29 reviews)
Too much money for what you get
"Not worth it. Way over priced! We stayed one night. Staff are very nice. But the place is of a by gone era. It’s old but not in a charming way. Showers in the onsen are cold and you have to wait for many minutes in order for hot water to come out. The rooms and elevators are old. the outdoor hotspring ..."

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

Ogiwarakan
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Izumigo, AMBIENT Azumino Cottage

Izumigo, AMBIENT Azumino Cottage

3 out of 5
2230 Hotakamaki, Azumino, Nagano
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Azumino. Enjoy 3 restaurants, hot springs on site, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Karasugawa Valley Park and Kuriozan ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (31 reviews)
"Really spacious cabin, clean, friendly and extremely helpful staff. We encountered minor issue during our stay but was being dealt with immediately. We really love our cabin, the mountain view is gorgeous and it comes with full kitchen amenities."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2023

Izumigo, AMBIENT Azumino Cottage
Le Bocage - Hakuba Echoland Chalets

Le Bocage - Hakuba Echoland Chalets

3.5 out of 5
3020-955 Hokujo, Hakuba, Nagano
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Hakuba. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area and Hakuba Goryu Ski ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (28 reviews)
"Perfect accom!! Shuttle buses to the slopes approx 2 min walk away. Local convenience store super small with limited variety, but okay for essentials. Spacious and clean."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Le Bocage - Hakuba Echoland Chalets
HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin

HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin

4.5 out of 5
3020-1116 Shinden, Hokujo, Hakuba, Nagano
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hakuba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"Amazing, has to be the best place to stay in Hakuba"

Reviewed on 26 Feb. 2025

HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin
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Popular places to visit

Nagano Prefectural Museum of History

3/5(1 review)

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.

Nagano Prefectural Museum of History

Joyama Historic Park and Arata-Jo Mountain Castle

Explore the great outdoors at Joyama Historic Park and Arata-Jo Mountain Castle, a lovely green space in Chikuma. Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area.

Joyama Historic Park and Arata-Jo Mountain Castle

Nishizawa Piggy Bank Museu

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Nishizawa Piggy Bank Museu during your trip to Chikuma. Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area.

Nishizawa Piggy Bank Museu

Choraku-ji Temple

Learn about the local history of Chikuma when you spend time at Choraku-ji Temple. Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area.

Choraku-ji Temple

Mori Shogunzuka Keyhole Tomb

You can study the exhibits at Mori Shogunzuka Keyhole Tomb, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Chikuma. Visit the area's temples or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Mori Shogunzuka Keyhole Tomb

Shinshu Anzu no Sato Aguri Park

Explore the great outdoors at Shinshu Anzu no Sato Aguri Park, a lovely green space in Chikuma. Visit the area's temples or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Shinshu Anzu no Sato Aguri Park

Activities

4 Days Central Japan Tour from Nagano to Kanazawa

4 Days Central Japan Tour from Nagano to Kanazawa

AU$1,328
per adult
4 Days Central Japan Tour from Nagano to Kanazawa
Hang out with locals in Nagano

Nagano Like a Local: Customized Private Tour

AU$153
per adult
Nagano Like a Local: Customized Private Tour
Private Transfer between Tokyo and Hakuba or Nozawa

Private Transfer between Tokyo and Hakuba or Nozawa

AU$1,883
per traveller
Private Transfer between Tokyo and Hakuba or Nozawa
Nagano Full Day Private Tour: Zenkoji Temple, by Car

Nagano Full Day Private Tour: Zenkoji Temple, by Car

AU$125
per traveller
Nagano Full Day Private Tour: Zenkoji Temple, by Car
Matsumoto Private One Day Tour from Nagano

Matsumoto Private One Day Tour from Nagano

AU$828
per adult
Matsumoto Private One Day Tour from Nagano
Strolling through the towering cedar avenue of Togakushi.

Togakushi: A Serene Walk Through Sacred Forests & Soba Traditions

AU$230
per adult
Togakushi: A Serene Walk Through Sacred Forests & Soba Traditions
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Nagano which includes a cascade

Nagano