Kataoka Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Nagano Prefecture Forestry Research Center
You can take time to visit Nagano Prefecture Forestry Research Center during your travels to Shiojiri. Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.
Takabotchi Highlands
Explore the great outdoors at Takabotchi Highlands, a lovely green space in Shiojiri. Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.
Tirol no Mori
Bring the family to Tirol no Mori and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Shiojiri. Discover the hot springs and waterfalls in this walkable area.
Niekawa Sekisyo Kiso Kokokan
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Niekawa Sekisyo Kiso Kokokan during your trip to Shiojiri. Discover the area's waterfalls and mountain views.
Izutsu Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Izutsu Winery during your travels to Shiojiri. Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.
Goichi Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Goichi Winery during your travels to Shiojiri. Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.
Activities

Matsumoto Castle Tour & Samurai Experience

Matsumoto Discovery - Half Day Walking Tour

Matsumoto Castle, Sake & Local Bites Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Kataoka Hotel Deals

Iroha Grand Hotel
They serve free ramen or ice cream every day from 8-10 and it was extremely convenient getting back from a day of exploring and having that option at the hotel instead of having to look for food.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Richmond Hotel Matsumoto
Everything we needed
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Toyoko Inn Matsumoto-eki Higashi-guchi
Room nice and clean. Good location. Breakfast not catering for western style but good. Perhaps add some cereal.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

THE CELECTON Matsumoto
The establishment is immaculate and boasts a welcoming staff that provides all necessary amenities.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Tabino Hotel Matsumoto
It’s a very simple hotel, yet everything was clean and functional. Thank you all for your service.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

aduminoyu onyado nonomatsumoto
Staff and front desk where ok! The room was clean but had a light stingy smell. The breakfast was a bit 'poor' when it came to verity, but did the job
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026



