Iida City

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A historic city in Southern Nagano known as the "Little Kyoto of Shinshu," featuring elegant streets and a rich tradition of puppet theater. The city is the gateway to the Central and Southern Alps and is famous for its high-quality apples and traditional "Mizuhiki" paper cord crafts. Visitors can enjoy exploring old samurai districts, visiting local sake breweries, and experiencing the warm hospitality of a mountain city that beautifully preserves its cultural heritage alongside its natural splendor.

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Iida City

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Iida City

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Iida City

Address: 3349-1 Zako-ji, Iida-shi, Nagano
Website: https://www.msnav.com/
Operator: Minami Shinshu Tourism Bureau

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Tenryu-kyo Gorge
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Tenryu-kyo Gorge

A breathtaking gorge designated as a National Place of Scenic Beauty, where the Tenryu River carves through massive granite cliffs. Visitors can enjoy the dramatic landscape from the "Tenryu-kyo Line" boat tours or walk across the "Tsutsuji-hashi" suspension bridge for a thrilling aerial view. The valley is particularly famous for its vibrant cherry blossoms in spring and fiery red maples in autumn, offering a masterpiece of nature’s seasonal artistry in Southern Nagano.

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Toyama-go

A mystical hidden valley in the Southern Alps, known as one of Japan's most remote and authentic traditional areas. It is famous for the "Shimotsuki Matsuri," a unique spirit-cleansing festival that inspired Studio Ghibli's "Spirited Away." The area is a sanctuary of ancient folk traditions, high-altitude villages, and serene mountain landscapes. It offers a rare opportunity to experience a "lost Japan" where the deep connection between people, gods, and nature is still alive.

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Shimoguri-no-sato

A breathtaking village perched on a steep slope at an altitude of 800 to 1,100 meters, often called the "Tyrol of Japan." The dramatic landscape features traditional houses and farms clinging to a 40-degree incline, offering a spectacular view of the Southern Alps. It is a place where traditional agricultural life continues in harmony with the challenging terrain. The view from the designated "Ten-no-Sato" observation point is world-class, providing a powerful sense of wonder at human resilience and the beauty of high-altitude living.

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