Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Shinano March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Shinano](https://expedia.co.uk/Shinano-Hotels.d6157764.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Shinano Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Shinano.d6157764.Car-Hire-Guide)[Shinano Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Shinano.d6157764.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Shinano ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Shinano Types of activities [Shinano travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Shinano.dx6157764) ![Sekigawa power station.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/7c7ca087-9835-4324-9163-e478105689dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/7c7ca087-9835-4324-9163-e478105689dc.jpg) by [Qurren](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Qurren) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![Lake Nojiri Biwa Island.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/40db1717-9ea2-4031-8d4a-5cd6d2e8569e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/40db1717-9ea2-4031-8d4a-5cd6d2e8569e.jpg) by [Qurren](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Qurren) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![Mt. Kurohime from a swan boat in Lake Nojiri](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/b2905430-fd9f-40a8-9a08-349e872e0966.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/b2905430-fd9f-40a8-9a08-349e872e0966.jpg) by [jenterri](https://www.panoramio.com/user/4604313?with_photo_id=37739465) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![Lake Nojiri](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/a07f483a-85b2-4f99-a85b-f4fb37747206.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/a07f483a-85b2-4f99-a85b-f4fb37747206.jpg) by [jenterri](https://www.panoramio.com/user/4604313?with_photo_id=37739465) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![Naena-taki waterfall,Niigata prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157764/52604fe0-7f97-47cb-940c-c1877b2e945a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Shinano Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Shinano has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Shinano, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Shinano with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Shinano Shinano is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Shinano, and make it a breeze to explore Shinano and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Shinano to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Shinano, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Shinano. #### Shinano attractions Shinano has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Shinano to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Shinano. Looking for things to do in Shinano can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Shinano or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Shinano attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. 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Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano 8h 9.8/10 336 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £108 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-temple-sake-in-nagano-tour.a1039636.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano Spring: 1-Day Cherry Blossoms & Snow Monkeys Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45277007/151a94fe-4854-47a3-a9ce-f669f8020ac6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano Spring: 1-Day Cherry Blossoms & Snow Monkeys Guided Tour 9h 9.8/10 10 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £108 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/spring-only-1-day-snow-monkeys-cherry-blossoms-in-nagano-tour.a45277007.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![1-Day Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun in Shiga Kogen Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1039646/09d894e4-adf7-4f2c-a460-1393515c6ff7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Day Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun in Shiga Kogen Tour 9h 9.4/10 23 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £132 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-tour-snow-monkeys-snow-fun-in-the-shiga-kogen-highlands-nagano.a1039646.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano Full Day Private Tour: Zenkoji Temple, by Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47984269/b3cf2d80-fa6c-4edc-91ef-d96a64db4914.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano Full Day Private Tour: Zenkoji Temple, by Car Free cancellation available £61 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nagano-full-day-private-tour-zenkoji-temple-by-car.a47984269.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48037036/8899b5ce-965a-4888-ab88-c2931a446440.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip 1d 9.4/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £132 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nagano-matsumoto-matsumoto-castle-and-narai-juku-day-trip.a48037036.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![1-Day Ski Tour Package from Nagano Station](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48993227/8296fa79-b5e3-42e7-ac8b-84713e59c664.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Day Ski Tour Package from Nagano Station 9h 50m 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £193 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-ski-tour-package-from-nagano-station.a48993227.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47693849/622081eb-4675-4ac0-98e7-c35520f9d72b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour 2h 10/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nagano-sake-tasting-walking-tour.a47693849.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Snow Monkeys, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49836054/7e29e4ff-e1b7-4898-a3b7-c77b0a2c7a49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Snow Monkeys, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano 8h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £116 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snow-monkeys-and-beyond-obuse-zenkoji-and-sake-experiences.a49836054.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![From Matsumoto/Nagano: Nakasendo Trail Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47855451/3ff87e3a-024b-4121-91b8-936ec83af3d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Matsumoto/Nagano: Nakasendo Trail Walking Tour 1d 10/10 13 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available 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![Togakushi Shrine Private Tour with English Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50704527/c4d536b3-c7ca-4471-8863-87fd5f6e1f74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Togakushi Shrine Private Tour with English Local Guide 6h Free cancellation available £178 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/togakushi-shrine-private-tour-with-english-local-guide.a50704527.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Obuse: Half-day walking tour of Hokusai & Local Specialities](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49620029/9c172426-b808-4079-aba1-84bb7cd65430.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Obuse: Half-day walking tour of Hokusai & Local Specialities 4h 30m+ 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available £61 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/obuse-half-day-walking-tour-of-hokusai-local-specialities.a49620029.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Private Winter Togakushi Tour with Snow Play](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50701723/8bfe0539-b445-433f-8018-dc9f79db1cef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Winter Togakushi Tour with Snow Play 9h Free cancellation available £714 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-winter-togakushi-tour-with-snow-play.a50701723.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Private Nagano 1-Day Tour:Snow Monkeys,Zenko-ji,Obuse,Sake,Onsen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2340023/9c9434e5-acc9-451d-a5d4-5f4cf988b36a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Nagano 1-Day Tour:Snow Monkeys,Zenko-ji,Obuse,Sake,Onsen 8h 10/10 20 Viator reviews £449 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-private-nagano-tour-zenkoji-temple-obuse-jigokudani-monkey-park.a2340023.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano: Snow Monkeys, Sake Tasting & Zenkoji Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51825595/f443eb28-b314-461c-814b-f4bd35b6474d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano: Snow Monkeys, Sake Tasting & Zenkoji Private Tour 8h 10/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £284 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nagano-snow-monkeys-sake-tasting-zenkoji-private-tour.a51825595.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![1-Day Private Snow Monkey ZenkoJi Temple & SakeTasting NaganoTour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46570509/ce0748f8-96e4-4ccb-8513-9a80c7430dc4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Day Private Snow 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activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&filter.categories=SpaWellness) ![Yudanaka Onsen Experience with Craft Beer near Monkey Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50126294/41e4fdb1-c31c-4595-bfad-9a65800fe5c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Yudanaka Onsen Experience with Craft Beer near Monkey Park 3h £21 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/yudanaka-onsen-experience-with-craft-beer-near-monkey-park.a50126294.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano: Snow House Village, Monkeys, and Shrines Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52014001/a5110eda-e2c8-4047-8451-40439567960d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano: Snow House Village, Monkeys, and Shrines Tour 11h 10/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £72 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nagano-snow-house-village-monkeys-and-shrines-tour.a52014001.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano: Snow Monkeys, Sake Tasting & Zenkoji Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51825595/f443eb28-b314-461c-814b-f4bd35b6474d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano: Snow Monkeys, Sake Tasting & Zenkoji Private Tour 8h 10/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £284 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nagano-snow-monkeys-sake-tasting-zenkoji-private-tour.a51825595.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Togakushi: Sacred Forest Walk & Soba Traditions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51893519/146aa900-a1b4-44f0-94ef-a0f357f2ed1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Togakushi: Sacred Forest Walk & Soba Traditions 4h Free cancellation available £103 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/togakushi-sacred-forest-walk-soba-traditions.a51893519.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano: Snow Monkeys & Togakushi Shrine Two-Spot in-One Day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51825168/7c24cb2d-be9c-4a35-800c-ae1597e2c386.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano: Snow Monkeys & Togakushi Shrine Two-Spot in-One Day 8h 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £300 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nagano-snow-monkeys-togakushi-shrine-two-spot-in-one-day.a51825168.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano Zenkoji Temple Town Walking Tour with Oyaki Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52080258/58344b4c-5475-481c-9b22-92ae38cc16e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano Zenkoji Temple Town Walking Tour with Oyaki Tasting 3h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nagano-zenkoji-temple-town-walking-tour-with-oyaki-tasting.a52080258.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ![Nagano: Winter Holiday Snowmobiling in Nozawa Onsen Area](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52210788/14775ae6-c291-4f05-ac60-a2ab821b9d10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano: Winter Holiday Snowmobiling in Nozawa Onsen Area 7h Free cancellation available £118 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nagano-winter-holiday-snowmobiling-in-nozawa-onsen-area.a52210788.activity-details?&rid=6157764&location=Shinano&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Shinano | Number of things to do | 71 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Yudanaka Onsen Experience with Craft Beer near Monkey Park](/things-to-do/yudanaka-onsen-experience-with-craft-beer-near-monkey-park.a50126294.activity-details): £21 | | Top 5 things to do | [1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano](/things-to-do/1-day-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-temple-sake-in-nagano-tour.a1039636.activity-details)[Nagano Snow Monkey 1 Day Tour with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch from Tokyo](/things-to-do/nagano-snow-monkey-1-day-tour-with-beef-sukiyaki-lunch-from-tokyo.a44859776.activity-details)[Nagano: Snow House Village, Monkeys, and Shrines Tour](/things-to-do/nagano-snow-house-village-monkeys-and-shrines-tour.a52014001.activity-details)[1-Day Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun in Shiga Kogen Tour](/things-to-do/1-day-tour-snow-monkeys-snow-fun-in-the-shiga-kogen-highlands-nagano.a1039646.activity-details)[Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip](/things-to-do/nagano-matsumoto-matsumoto-castle-and-narai-juku-day-trip.a48037036.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Yudanaka Onsen Experience with Craft Beer near Monkey Park](/things-to-do/yudanaka-onsen-experience-with-craft-beer-near-monkey-park.a50126294.activity-details)[Nagano Zenkoji Temple Town Walking Tour with Oyaki Tasting](/things-to-do/nagano-zenkoji-temple-town-walking-tour-with-oyaki-tasting.a52080258.activity-details)[Nagano Cooking Tour : Make Oyaki & Stroll Historic Streets](/things-to-do/make-oyaki-dumplings-walk-around-zenkoji-temple-in-nagano.a49057791.activity-details)[Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour](/things-to-do/nagano-sake-tasting-walking-tour.a2720210.activity-details)[Nagano Sake & Oyaki Buns Tasting Tour](/things-to-do/nagano-sake-oyaki-buns-tasting-tour.a51519123.activity-details) | | With kids | [1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano](/things-to-do/1-day-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-temple-sake-in-nagano-tour.a1039636.activity-details)[Nagano Snow Monkey 1 Day Tour with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch from Tokyo](/things-to-do/nagano-snow-monkey-1-day-tour-with-beef-sukiyaki-lunch-from-tokyo.a44859776.activity-details)[Nagano: Snow House Village, Monkeys, and Shrines Tour](/things-to-do/nagano-snow-house-village-monkeys-and-shrines-tour.a52014001.activity-details)[1-Day Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun in Shiga Kogen Tour](/things-to-do/1-day-tour-snow-monkeys-snow-fun-in-the-shiga-kogen-highlands-nagano.a1039646.activity-details)[Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip](/things-to-do/nagano-matsumoto-matsumoto-castle-and-narai-juku-day-trip.a48037036.activity-details) | ## What to do in Shinano --- ### Popular places to visit ![Aerial view of a snow covered island with forest surrounded by the deep blue waters of Lake Nojiri, Shinano, Nagano, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347420/bd92db53-6232-449d-aaac-1ed08f932e29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Nojiri Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Nojiri during your travels in Shinano. Take in the museums while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Nojiri-Shinano.d6347420.Attraction) #### Tangram Ski Circus Hit the slopes in Shinano with a visit to Tangram Ski Circus. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tangram-Ski-Circus-Nagano.d553248621532775517.Attraction) #### Kurohime Kogen Snow Park Hit the slopes in Shinano with a visit to Kurohime Kogen Snow Park. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kurohime-Kogen-Snow-Park-Shinano.d553248621532775469.Attraction) #### Kurohime Fairy Tale Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Kurohime Fairy Tale Museum in Shinano. Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kurohime-Fairy-Tale-Museum-Shinano.d553248621583807708.Attraction) #### Lake Nojiri Naumann Elephant Museum You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Lake Nojiri Naumann Elephant Museum in Shinano. Discover the area's mountain views and temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Nojiri-Naumann-Elephant-Museum-Nagano.d553248621532775514.Attraction) #### Madarao Tokyu Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Shinano at Madarao Tokyu Golf Club. Discover the hot springs in this relaxing area or seek out the ski slopes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Madarao-Tokyu-Golf-Club-Nagano.d553248621532775518.Attraction) #### Issa Memorial Museum You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Issa Memorial Museum during your travels in Shinano. Discover the temples in this walkable area or seek out its ski slopes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Issa-Memorial-Museum-Nagano.d553248621583807707.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Shinano ![Lake Reisenji.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347579/bff5f751-967d-4b49-a229-acc2090e306c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) by [Qurren](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Qurren) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ### Iizuna ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shinano worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Shinano? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Shinano? ### Is three days enough to stay in Shinano? ### What are some activities to do in Shinano with kids? > - [1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-temple-sake-in-nagano-tour.a1039636.activity-details) > - [Nagano Snow Monkey 1 Day Tour with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch from Tokyo](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nagano-snow-monkey-1-day-tour-with-beef-sukiyaki-lunch-from-tokyo.a44859776.activity-details) > - [Nagano: Snow House Village, Monkeys, and Shrines Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nagano-snow-house-village-monkeys-and-shrines-tour.a52014001.activity-details) > - [1-Day Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun in Shiga Kogen Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-tour-snow-monkeys-snow-fun-in-the-shiga-kogen-highlands-nagano.a1039646.activity-details) > - [Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nagano-matsumoto-matsumoto-castle-and-narai-juku-day-trip.a48037036.activity-details) ### What to do in Shinano for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Shinano? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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