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Where to stay in Nagano: the best areas, hotels and onsen ryokan for first-time visitors, from Nagano City and Yudanaka to Shibu Onsen, Hakuba and Matsumoto.
Zenkoji Temple Nagano Guide: Tickets, History & Visiting Tips (2026)
A complete guide to Zenkoji Temple in Nagano: tickets, the key-to-paradise underground passage, the dawn morning service, history, etiquette and how to get there.
Snow Monkeys Nagano: Jigokudani Monkey Park Guide & How to Visit (2026)
How to see the snow monkeys at Jigokudani Monkey Park in Nagano: best time to visit, the forest walk, tickets, tours, photography tips and what to expect.
Where to Stay in Kobe: Best Areas, Hotels & Arima Onsen Ryokan (2026)
Where to stay in Kobe: a breakdown of the best areas and hotels for first-time visitors, from Sannomiya and the harbor to Arima Onsen ryokan.
Mount Rokko Kobe Night View Guide: Cable Car, Best Time & How to Visit (2026)
See the famous Mount Rokko night view in Kobe: cable car routes, the best time to go, costs, and how to combine it with Arima Onsen.