Nagano Prefecture Japan 日本长野县
Nagano Prefecture, nestled in the heart of Japan’s Alps, is a breathtaking mountain paradise renowned for world-class skiing, ancient temples, and rejuvenating hot springs. Host of the 1998 Winter Olympics, this landlocked region boasts legendary snow resorts like Hakuba and Shiga Kogen, while summer transforms the alpine valleys into hiking wonderlands. Cultural treasures abound, from Zenko-ji Temple’s sacred Buddha statue to Matsumoto’s iconic “Crow Castle.” Nagano’s pristine nature shines in destinations like Kamikochi’s emerald rivers and the snow monkeys of Jigokudani Onsen. Savor local specialties from Shinshu soba to juicy apples, then unwind in historic onsen towns like Yudanaka. With four distinct seasons painting dramatic landscapes, Nagano offers authentic Japanese experiences blending adventure, spirituality, and culinary delights.
长野县坐落在日本阿尔卑斯山脉中心,是令人惊叹的山岳天堂,以世界级滑雪场、古老寺庙和养生温泉闻名。这个1998年冬奥会举办地拥有白马和志贺高原等传奇雪场,夏季则变身登山圣地。文化瑰宝遍布全县,从善光寺的秘佛到松本城的”乌鸦城堡”。上高地的翡翠河与地狱谷雪猴展现长野的自然魅力,而荞麦面、多汁苹果等特产更不容错过。在汤田中等温泉古镇放松身心后,无论四季更迭的壮美风景,还是融合冒险、心灵与美食的深度体验,长野都完美呈现了地道的日本风情。
12D11N Nights Kanto Trip Part 3
🏯 Day 7 – Matsumoto to Fuji
From feudal Japan to Fuji’s doorstep:
• Black Crow Castle: Climbed the steep wooden stairs (socks required!)
• Wasabi Farm Fun: Ate wasabi soft serve – surprisingly sweet! 🍦
• Fuji First Glimpse: At Oishi Park, clouds parted just enough to reveal the sacred peak
🌸 Day 8 – Fuji Five Lakes Bliss
Our Fuji pilgrimage included:
• Shibazakura Festival: Pink moss carpets with Fuji as backdrop – worth the ¥1,200 entry!
• Lava Caves: Wore jackets in 5°C Fugaku Wind Cave (natural fridge!)
• Secret Spot: Yagizaki Park’s pine tree framing Fuji – insta-perfect!
🚗 Day 9 – Fuji to Future
Our roadtrip finale took us from nature to neon:
• Hidden Gem: Haha-no-Shirataki Waterfall’s 50m cascade (perfect quick stop!)
• Sacred Sendoff: Kitaguchi Shrine’s giant torii framed Fuji one last time ⛩️
• Culture Shock: Odaiba’s futuristic robots vs Tokyo Tower’s 1950s charm
• Ueno check-in pro tip: Hotel Sardonyx Ueno has free Lawson vending machine access!
🏙️ Day 10 – Imperial Elegance
(Story continues…)
12天11夜关东之行第三部分
🏯 第七天 – 从国宝城到富士山
穿越时空之旅:
• 乌城探险:赤脚爬60度陡梯(袜子必备!)
• wasabi农场:芥末冰淇淋意外香甜🍦
• 富士初现:大石公园云隙间的惊鸿一瞥
🌸 第八天 – 富士五湖圆满
我们的富士灵场巡礼:
• 芝樱祭:1200日元看粉色花毯衬富士(值!)
• 风穴探险:在5℃的天然冰箱里发抖
• 秘境发现:八木崎公园的”富士框景松”
🚗 第九天 – 从富士山到未来都市
自驾终点站:
• 母亲白瀑:50米瀑布的清凉休息站
• 北口本宫神社:巨大鸟居与富士山同框⛩️
• 台场奇遇:高达机器人PK东京铁塔昭和风
• 上野住宿秘籍:Sardonyx酒店的自助Lawson贩卖机超方便!
🏙️ 第十天 – 大都会的日与夜
(故事待续…)
🏯 Matsumoto Area 松本地区
🏯 Matsumoto Castle 松本城
One of Japan’s original and most beautiful castles, also known as the “Crow Castle” for its black exterior. A National Treasure, it offers panoramic views from the top and exhibits on samurai armor and weapons inside.
日本现存最古老且最美的原始天守之一,又称“乌鸦城”因其黑色外观。被列为国宝,登顶可远眺松本市景,内部展示武士盔甲与兵器。
🏘️ Nakamachi Street 中町通
A charming street lined with white-walled kura storehouses now converted into cafés, craft shops, and sake breweries.
以传统白墙土藏建筑为特色,现已改建为咖啡馆、工艺品店与酒铺,是体验松本市历史与文化的绝佳去处。
🛍️ Nawate Shopping District 绳手通商店街
A lively, frog-themed shopping street beside the river, full of snacks, vintage shops, and local crafts.
河边热闹的商店街,以青蛙为主题,充满童趣,聚集了各种小吃、古玩与手作工艺,是亲子与游客的热门散步地。
🌱 Azumino Area 安昙野地区(长野县)
🌿 Daio Wasabi Farm 大王芥末农场
One of Japan’s largest wasabi farms, offering scenic waterways, wasabi-flavored food, and guided tours.
日本最大规模的芥末农场之一,有清澈水渠、芥末美食与导览游,是结合自然与美食的亲子友善景点。
🍷 Azumino Winery 安昙野葡萄酒庄
A cozy winery offering tastings of Nagano’s local wines with views of the Northern Alps.
以长野产葡萄酿制地酒的葡萄酒庄,提供试饮服务,可远眺北阿尔卑斯山脉,是葡萄酒爱好者的天堂。
🌼 Alps Azumino National Government Park
A spacious national park with seasonal flower fields, nature trails, family activity zones, and stunning views of the Japanese Alps. Great for picnics, cycling, and outdoor fun.
面积广阔的国营公园,设有季节花田、森林步道、亲子游乐设施,可远眺日本阿尔卑斯山。适合野餐、骑行与户外活动,是当地居民与游客都喜爱的自然景点。
⛩ Hotaka Shrine 穗高神社
One of the most important Shinto shrines in Nagano, dedicated to the guardian deity of the Northern Alps. Known for its tranquil forest setting and traditional architecture.
长野县最具代表性的神社之一,供奉北阿尔卑斯山守护神。神社坐落于森林之间,气氛宁静,建筑古朴典雅,具浓厚历史氛围。
🏔️ Mt. Fuji & Viewpoints 富士山与展望地(山梨县 Yamanashi Prefecture)
🌊 Lake Kawaguchiko 河口湖
One of the Fuji Five Lakes and the most accessible. Offers stunning views of Mount Fuji, especially from the north shore.
富士五湖之一,也是交通最便利的湖泊,从北岸可拍摄“逆富士”倒影,是拍摄富士山的经典地点。
🎶 Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum 河口湖音樂之森美術館
A fairy tale-like music box museum with European architecture, antique instruments, and daily musical performances.
充满童话氛围的音乐盒主题博物馆,建筑欧式,藏有古董乐器,每日有现场演奏,适合情侣与家庭游客。
🌼 Oishi Park 大石公园
A flower park on the northern shore of Lake Kawaguchiko, offering beautiful seasonal blooms and unobstructed views of Mt. Fuji.
河口湖北岸的花卉公园,可欣赏四季不同花景,并有绝佳的富士山景观,适合摄影与休闲散步。
🌸 Yagizaki Park 八木崎公园
Best known for its lavender blooms in early summer, located on the southern shore of Lake Kawaguchiko.
河口湖南岸的薰衣草名所,初夏满园紫色花海,非常适合浪漫约会与摄影。
🌳 Oike Park 御池公园
A lakeside park ideal for relaxing walks, seasonal flowers, and scenic views of Mt. Fuji.
靠湖的亲水公园,设有步道与花卉区,可边散步边赏富士美景,是家庭游客的好选择。
⛩ Kawaguchi Asama Shrine 河口浅间神社
A historic shrine dedicated to Mt. Fuji’s goddess. Its ancient trees and peaceful atmosphere make it a spiritual retreat.
祭祀富士山女神的古老神社,境内有千年神木,环境幽静,适合静心参拜。
🔭 Tenku no Torii 天空の鸟居
A torii gate perched on a hillside with panoramic views of Mt. Fuji rising above the clouds—”Torii in the Sky.”
坐落山丘上的鸟居,可远眺“云海中的富士山”,是近年人气爆红的网红拍照地。
🏞 Shirataki Waterfall 白糸の滝
A serene and delicate waterfall fed by Mt. Fuji’s spring water. Popular for its tranquil beauty.
富士山雪水汇聚而成的瀑布,水丝细长如白丝,清幽宁静,是休闲赏景的好去处。
⛩ Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine 新仓富士浅间神社
The entrance to the Chureito Pagoda trail. A shrine of spiritual significance and excellent views.
忠灵塔所在的小山神社,登塔步道起点,有宁静氛围与绝佳摄影角度。
🏯 Chureito Pagoda 忠灵塔
A red five-story pagoda with one of Japan’s most iconic views—Mt. Fuji framed by cherry blossoms or autumn leaves.
红色五重塔,是日本最著名的富士山摄影地之一,春赏樱、秋观枫,四季皆美。
🌸 Arakura Sengen Park 新仓山浅间公园
A scenic park that combines cherry blossoms, Mt. Fuji views, and historical ambiance.
包含忠灵塔与新仓神社的公园,每年樱花季吸引大量游客前来赏花与拍照。
🌸 Fuji Shibazakura Festival 富士芝樱祭
Held every spring near Lake Motosu, this vibrant flower festival showcases over 500,000 moss phlox (shibazakura) in shades of pink, white, and purple, set against a breathtaking backdrop of Mt. Fuji. One of Japan’s most iconic seasonal events.
每年春季在本栖湖附近举办的花卉盛典,超50万株芝樱(粉红色花毯)在富士山背景下盛放,是日本最具代表性的春季节庆活动之一,景色梦幻。
Highlights 亮点:
Best bloom: Late April to mid-May 花期:4月下旬至5月中旬
Food stalls and local specialties 美食摊位与地区特产
Mt. Fuji photo spots 富士山绝景拍摄点
🐰 Peter Rabbit™ English Garden 彼得兔英语花园
Located next to the Fuji Shibazakura Festival grounds, this charming English-style garden is themed around Beatrix Potter’s beloved Peter Rabbit stories. It features flowerbeds, a storybook-style café, and scenic views of Mt. Fuji.
坐落于芝樱祭场地旁的英国风花园,以经典童话《彼得兔》为主题。园内有可爱的插画布置、精致花卉设计以及故事风格咖啡厅,可同时欣赏富士山美景。
❄️ Fugaku Wind Cave 富岳风穴
A lava cave with constant low temperatures, once used as a natural refrigerator. Experience unique basalt formations.
富士山喷发形成的熔岩洞穴,终年低温,曾用于储藏种子与冰块,是自然奇观与地质学习的好地方。
🧊 Narusawa Ice Cave 成沢冰穴
Another lava cave near Fugaku, known for its shimmering icicles and narrow passageways.
与风穴相邻的冰穴,以洞内四季结冰闻名,洞道狭窄刺激,是一场小型冒险体验。
🏔 Narusawa Mt. Fuji Museum 成沢富士山博物馆
A compact and interactive museum showcasing the history, geology, and spiritual significance of Mt. Fuji. It features volcanic exhibits, educational media, and a souvenir shop with Mt. Fuji-themed items.
小而精致的互动型博物馆,介绍富士山的历史、地质结构与宗教文化意义。馆内有火山模型、影像展示和富士山主题纪念品商店。
🌲 Aokigahara Forest 青木原树海
Known as the “Sea of Trees,” this dense and mysterious forest at the base of Mt. Fuji is rich in volcanic rock formations and lava caves. Well-marked trails make it suitable for hiking and nature walks.
位于富士山脚下的茂密森林,被称为“树海”,地质特殊,遍布熔岩与火山岩。虽因传说而神秘,但正规步道适合健行与观察自然生态。
🏡 Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba 西湖疗愈之乡・根场
A scenic village with traditional thatched-roof houses (gassho-zukuri), converted into craft workshops, museums, and souvenir shops. Offers views of Mt. Fuji and hands-on cultural experiences.
以合掌造茅草屋为特色的传统村落,现已改建为手工艺馆、民俗博物馆与纪念品店,是体验日本乡村文化与富士山景观的绝佳地点。
⛩ Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine 北口本宫富士浅间神社
A grand and sacred shrine at the base of Mt. Fuji’s northern climbing route, rich in history and surrounded by ancient trees.
富士山北登山口的本宫神社,规模宏大,古树参天,是登山者祈愿的起点之一。