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What’s New
What’s New
I went to Stagione, which was listed as the second best Italian restaurant in the Zagat Survey in Nagano (published this March in Japanese). It is located in a good place in the Hotaka area and you can see authentic …Read more »
April 10, 2009 Eating Out
There are two “swan lakes” in Azumino. 500 to 2000 swans come from places in the north, like Siberia in October through December and stay in Azumino for the winter. The number of swans that winter in Azumino depends on …Read more »
March 6, 2009 Season
The Azumino area offers a wealth of opportunity for travelers and much of its charm lies in the museums, galleries, and cultural centers hidden throughout the valley. The new Azumino website is a great resource for English speaking travelers because …Read more »
January 15, 2009 Site Update
