Kurita Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Togakushi Shrine
Togakushi Shrine is just one of the places to see in Nagano, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Zenko-ji Temple
After visiting Zenko-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nagano. Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area.

M-Wave Olympic Memorial Arena
Catch an event at M-Wave Olympic Memorial Arena during your trip to Nagano. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Nagano Olympic Stadium
Catch an event at Nagano Olympic Stadium during your trip to Nagano. Visit the temples in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Aqua Wing Arena
Catch an event at Aqua Wing Arena during your trip to Nagano. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Togakushi Farm
You can take time to visit Togakushi Farm during your travels to Nagano. Visit the temples in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Things to do

Snow Monkeys, Obuse & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano
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Snow Monkey Park & Miso Production Day Tour from Nagano

Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour

Food & Culture Walk in Nagano: Oyaki, Sake, Matcha & Zenkoji

Togakushi: A Serene Walk Through Sacred Forests & Soba Traditions
Top hotels in Kurita

TENNEN-ONSEN HOTEL LiVEMAX PREMIUM Nagano-ekimae
"Close to station so you can get everything."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Toyoko Inn Nagano-eki Higashi-guchi
"Great place to stay when visiting Nagano. Quick check-in, friendly staff. Breakfast was excellent, and on the 14 Floor with excellent views of the city. Self use Laundry is also available."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

HOTEL COURTLAND
"This hotel has seen it's better days !! It's a bit dated now, building is old, facilities are outdatedd. There is NO microwave in the sitting room let alone in the bedroom. There is no place to sit down and have a cup of coffee. Room Keys are numbered on the keycard itself, which poses a security ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Hotel JAL City Nagano
"An old building hence furniture looks dated but it has its charm within walking distance to Nagano station (15 mins) and a Main Street of food options. Toilet ceiling was very short though."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Hotel Metropolitan Nagano
"Great hotel. Perfect location. Enormous rooms! Take advantage of the bicycle rental and tour the city, you won't regret it."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026

Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa
"湯上がりスペースに飲み放題(アルコールも)の休憩所が23時まで利用できます。 朝食ブュッフェも品数がすごく豊富で、大満足でした。"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Kurita

Togakushi
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Togakushi. You might want to make time for a stop at Chibikko Ninja Village or Togakushi Ski Area.

Minaminagano
While visiting Minaminagano, you might make a stop by sights like Kitano Cultural Center and Gondo Shopping Street.

Minamichitose
When in Minamichitose, you can plan a visit to Kitano Cultural Center and Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Minamichitosemachi Tsuruga
Though Minamichitosemachi Tsuruga may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kitano Cultural Center and Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum.

Matsushiro
While visiting Matsushiro, you might make a stop by sights like Matsushiro Underground Imperial Headquarters and Matsushiro Castle.













