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1-DAY TOUR IN NAGANO: SNOW MONKEYS, ZENKO-JI TEMPLE, AND SAKE. Located near the base of the Joshinestu Kogen National Park, the Jigokudani Yaen Koen (otherwise known as the Snow Monkey Park) is home to a very special troop of monkeys. Created in 1964, the park was established as a conservation area in which the monkeys -. are famous of their abundance of onsens (natural hot springs). Discovered more than one thousand years ago, the water is said to hold Part of the expansive Joshinetsu Kogen National Park, Shiga Kogen is a mountainous region of stunning beauty and ecological importance. In winter, the mountains are inundated by heavy snowfall – more than 12 meters per year – turning the landscape powder white.. tradition. Located in the heart of the countryside of Nagano Prefecture, Obuse is populated by quaint shops, gardens, temples, local delicacies and sake, and home to the Hokusai Museum.. Easily accessible from Tokyo and other destinations on the Hokuriku Shinkansen Line, Nagano City is the largest metropol*tan area in Nagano Prefecture. With its origins in the 6th and 7th centuries, Naganos history is entwined with that of its most famou.. The hot springs of Nozawa Onsen were discovered in the 8th century and since that time have been known for their healing properties. Like the Japanese for centuries before them, international visitors now head to Nozawa to soak their bodies (and souls) in the. Hakuba is internationally known as one of the host venues of the 1998 Winter Olympic Games; selected as such due to its world-clas* terrain, courses, and the abundance of powder snow that covers the mountains each winter. Comprising 11 individual snow resorts. (Nagano) and is famous throughout Japan for its spectacular landscape and heavy snowfall. Known as the Roof of Japan, the route pas*es Famous for its historical importance, cultural treasures and nearby natural splendors, Matsumoto is the perfect destination for visitors who want to explore the beauty and rich tradition of central Japan. You can experience the atmosphere of samurai-era Matsu..