Walk through the large torii gate and up the steps to the shrine. From Togakushi Chusa, follow the dirt path to the road. Continue up the road for about 5 minutes. Across the street, you'll see a wooden marker and a path into the trees, which leads to a lovely pond area. Continue on the path past the pond.. This 2 days in Nagano itinerary will cover: How to get from Tokyo to Nagano. Where to stay in Nagano. Where to eat in Nagano. Nagano 2 day Itinerary for Snow Monkeys & Ancient Zen. DAY 1: Arrive & Explore Zenko-ji Temple. DAY 2: Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park & Downtown. If you have some extra time in Nagano city.

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Nagano Prefecture

Nagano. Population. 2,152,449. Area. 13,561.56 km². Discover the top things to do in Nagano, a mountainous region in Chubu, known for the rural beauty of Kamikochi, resort-like Karuizawa, or the magic of Matsumoto Castle. A former Winter Oympics host, Nagano is popular for skiing and snowboarding - as well as snow monkeys!. The Kiso Valley in Southern Nagano is home to the historic Nakasendo Road. Many of the 11 post towns of the Kiso Valley are preserved near their original states, and visitors can stay in traditional Japanese ryokans with hot springs. Magome, Tsumago, and Narai are the best preserved, each town with its unique charm.