Nagano Prefecture
長野県
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Matsumoto Castle and Utsukushi-ga-hara Plateau: Matsumoto Castle in Matsumoto City is a national treasure and features beautiful castle walls. The Utsukushi-ga-hara Plateau is also rich in nature, with scenery that changes with the seasons.
Shinshu Omachi and Alpine Nature Village: Located in Omachi City, the Alpine Nature Village is a great place for families to learn about and enjoy nature in the Alps.
Karuizawa and Resorts: Karuizawa is located in Nagano Prefecture and is known for its cool climate and resorts. There are also beautiful vacation homes and outlet malls.
Kamikochi and high altitude nature: Kamikochi is located at a high altitude and offers beautiful nature. Mountain climbing and hiking can be enjoyed here, especially in summer.
Togakushi Shrine and a place of faith: Togakushi Shrine is a shrine of faith and is located in a beautiful forest. It is a place of history and faith.
Tateshina and golf resorts: Tateshina is known as a golf resort area, with beautiful golf courses and highland resorts.
Nagano City and Zenkoji Temple: Nagano City is home to Zenkoji Temple, a well-known historical temple. There is also a quaint townscape in and around the temple grounds.
Joshinetsu Kogen National Park:Shiga Kogen Route
志賀高原周遊ルート
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Joshinetsu Kogen National Park:Shiga Kogen Route
(105km)
Alpine cycling along clear mountain streams and Japanese beech forests.
RECOMMEND TO
athletic cyclists
Iiyama to Sakae Village Route
栄村旧国道117号ルート
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Iiyama to Sakae Village Route
(33km)
RECOMMEND TO
Families, groups, couples
The Shinano Town Lake Nojiri Route
信濃町野尻湖ルート
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The Shinano Town Lake Nojiri Route
(33km)
Enjoy the richness of the mountains and the spacious resorts.
RECOMMEND TO
groups, couples, athletic cyclists
Chikuma River Nanohana Park Route
千曲川周遊 菜の花公園ルート
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Chikuma River Nanohana Park Route
(22km)
RECOMMEND TO
Families, groups, couples, athletic cyclists
Nozawa Onsen Village Route
野沢温泉ワンウェイルート
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Nozawa Onsen Village Route
(17km)
RECOMMEND TO
Families, groups, couples
Kijimadaira Village Route
木島平村ルート
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Kijimadaira Village Route
(16km)
RECOMMEND TO
Families, groups, couples
Iiyama Temple Town Route
飯山寺町ルート
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Iiyama Temple Town Route
(8km)
“Snow country’s little Kyoto”: Enjoy a temple town by bicycle
RECOMMEND TO
Families, groups, couples
Cycle train
期間限定：JR小海線（臨時）アクティビティトレイン
Limited Time Only: JR Koumi Line (Temporary) Activity Train
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The Saku area in Nagano Prefecture has a magnificent natural environment.
JR Koumi Line will operate an activity priority train for a limited period during the summer season of 2024.
Bicycles can be brought on the train on a limited date and with advance application (capacity of 8 people per car).
For details and reservation form, please check the JR East website below.
(as of June 2024)
Cycle train
上高地線サイクルトレイン
Kamikochi Line Cycle Train
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The Kamikochi Line, with its magnificent Kamikochi scenery, usually operates a cycle train service from spring to autumn.
Please note that the service is limited to two designated trains each in the upper and lower sections.
Only on designated trains and at designated stations, bicycles can be brought on board without being folded.
There is no charge for bringing your bicycle onto the train, and only a standard fare is required.
Reservations are required, and you need to make a reservation and purchase a “Cycle Train Ticket” on the dedicated webpage and pay the fare.
Each passenger is allowed to bring one bicycle, and the maximum number of bicycles allowed per train is four.
(As of May 2024).