From Nagano

Nestled in the heart of the Japanese Alps in Nagano (長野駅), Narai-juku (奈良井宿) is one of the most iconic destinations on the ancient Nakasendō Trail (中山道). This picturesque village, located in Nagano Prefecture (長野県), offers an experience that transports visitors centuries back in time, surrounded by the majesty of mountains and crystal-clear rivers.

Tsumago-juku (妻籠宿), located in Nagano Prefecture (長野県), is one of the most iconic stops on the ancient Nakasendo Route (中山道), which connected Kyoto and Edo (present-day Tokyo). Surrounded by mountains and crossed by crystal-clear rivers, this historic town offers a picturesque landscape that evokes traditional Japan at its finest.