Park • 4-40 Otate, Nakano, Nagano 383-0023, Japan
Nakano City is located in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture, adjacent to Nagano City and Matsumoto City, and is a small town. However, here, the atmosphere of a castle town unique to the northern part of Nagano Prefecture is preserved. Walking through the central part of Nakano City, you can surrender yourself to a leisurely flow of time.
The symbolic existence of Nakano City is the Takanashi Mansion Ruins Park. This place, once the residence of the Sengoku warlord, the Takanashi clan, retains a strong medieval atmosphere. The stone walls and moat remnants are still intact, allowing you to reflect on history. The park is planted with cherry blossoms and maple trees, and is particularly renowned for its scenery in spring and autumn.
A short walk from the Takanashi Mansion Ruins Park will take you to alleyways with old town houses. As you pass through the narrow alleys, you will see streets that have preserved the appearance of the Edo period. This area is popular as a place to feel the downtown atmosphere, even among the local people. Why not take a leisurely walk and immerse yourself in the old-fashioned scenery?
The main way to get to Nakano City is by train. JR Nakano Station is the main station. Getting around the city can be done on foot or by bus. For accommodation, it is recommended to stay in Nakano City or nearby hot spring areas. Don't miss out on the delicious local cuisine, such as Shinshu soba. Please fully enjoy Nakano, the little Kyoto of northern Nagano Prefecture.