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View Gallery- Matsumoto-eki (railroad station), 4.0km
- Matsumoto Castle (castle), 3.4km
60 minutes on bus from JR Nagano Station bound for Togakushi Camp-jo. Get off at Nakashadaimon and 2 minutes walk. 45 minutes by taxi from JR Nagano Station.. 60 min drive from Nagano IC or 30 min drive from Shinano IC on Joshin-etsu EXPWY via Togakushi Bird Line
20 minutes on bus from JR Awara Onsen Station bound for Tojinbo, get off at Ikegamikuchi and 2 minutes walk. 15 minutes by taxi from JR Awara Onsen Station. 15 minutes by car from Hokuriku Expressway Kanazu I.C. or 25 minutes from Maruoka I.C.
A region of diverse landscapes, Chubu stretches from the Sea of Japan to the Pacific Ocean. Visit the iconic Mount Fuji and its surrounding Five Lakes. Explore the preserved Edo-period town of Takayama and the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawa-go, known for its thatched-roof houses. The city of Kanazawa boasts a beautiful castle, gardens, and a thriving arts scene. For nature lovers, the Japanese Alps offer fantastic hiking, skiing, and hot springs.