Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Nagano travel guide

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You're Going to Love Nagano

With a population of 360,176, Nagano is the largest city in Nagano Prefecture, Japan by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Nagano to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Nagano

Nagano in June
Estimated hotel price
₹ 7299
1 night at 3-star hotel
Nagano in June
Estimated hotel price
₹ 7299
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Nagano in August, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -5 °C, with an average temperature of -1 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 140 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Nagano, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.

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How to Get to Nagano

Plane

Although Nagano doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Matsumoto (MMJ), which is located 36 miles from Nagano.

Car

Another option to get to Nagano is to pick up a car hire from Tokyo, which is about 110 miles from Nagano. You’ll find branches of Times and IX Rental, among others, in Tokyo.

Plane

Although Nagano doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Matsumoto (MMJ), which is located 36 miles from Nagano.

Car

Another option to get to Nagano is to pick up a car hire from Tokyo, which is about 110 miles from Nagano. You’ll find branches of Times and IX Rental, among others, in Tokyo.

Airports near Nagano

NTQWajima Noto
MMJMatsumoto
TOYToyama

Airlines serving Nagano

Lufthansa
Good (8,279 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,628 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (430 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,327 reviews)
Air China
Good (166 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,944 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,550 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (853 reviews)
Vietnam Airlines
Good (293 reviews)
Air Busan
Excellent (7 reviews)
Fuji Dream Airlines
Excellent (2 reviews)
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Where to stay in Nagano

Average rates range from around ₹ 10,214 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 26,951 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Nagano

Most booked hotels in Nagano

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Hotel Tsubakino
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,103+
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Shimaya
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 12,147+
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Hotel Metropolitan Nagano
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 12,370+
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Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano Station Zenkoji Exit
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,884+
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Koishiya Ryokan
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,782+
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Nagano Tokyu Rei Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,307+
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Hiring a car in Nagano

Expect to pay ₹ 102 per litre in Nagano (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,230 and ₹ 1,640. The most frequently booked car type in Nagano is Mini (Class Minivan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 41% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay ₹ 102 per litre in Nagano (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,230 and ₹ 1,640. The most frequently booked car type in Nagano is Mini (Class Minivan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 41% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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