10 TOP Things to Do in Nagano Prefecture September 2026

A traditional Japanese onsen with stone steps leading to a hot spring, surrounded by greenery and traditional buildings.

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A traditional Japanese pagoda by a calm lake with autumn trees in the background.

A snowy ski slope with people snowboarding and skiing, surrounded by snow-covered trees and a clear sky.

A serene riverside with autumn trees, a traditional building, and a red bridge.

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Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour

AU$105

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Nagano: Countryside Guided Bike Tour

AU$91

per adult

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Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area

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Hit the slopes at Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area, a top ski area in Hakuba. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

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Hokujo

If you're spending some time in Hokujo, Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area and Hakuba Iwatake Ski Resort are top sights worth seeing.

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Shiga Highlands

Shiga Highlands is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Maruike Ski Area.

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A street with traditional buildings, a signboard, and framed artworks on display.

Kyukaruizawa

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kyukaruizawa. You might want to make time for a stop at Kumoba Pond or Karuizawa New Art Museum.

A ski lift on a snowy slope with skiers and a clear blue sky.

Echo Land

While Echo Land may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area and Happo-one Adam Gondola.

A calm lake with a statue in the foreground, a boat in the middle distance, and a town with mountains in the background.

Kamisuwa Onsen

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Kamisuwa Onsen. You might want to make time for a stop at Suwashi Kohan Park or Lake Suwa.

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