Chikuma Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A mountainous landscape with a river in the foreground and a building in the background.
A river with a bridge, buildings, and mountains under a clear sky.
A traditional Japanese temple with a curved roof, surrounded by lush greenery.
Terraced fields, a small building, and distant mountains.
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A panoramic view of a city with a river, fields, and mountains in the background.
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Where to stay in Chikuma

Find the best Chikuma areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional Japanese castle with a reflection in the water, surrounded by autumn trees and a clear sky.

Togura

While there might not be top attractions in Togura, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Joyama Historic Park and Arata-Jo Mountain Castle and Nagano Prefectural Museum of History.

A traditional Japanese temple with a tiled roof, surrounded by a gravel path and colorful flags.
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Inariyama

While Inariyama may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Nagano Prefectural Museum of History and Chausuyama Zoo.

Chikaraishi

When in Chikaraishi, you can plan a visit to Joyama Historic Park and Arata-Jo Mountain Castle and Nishizawa Piggy Bank Museu, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kashiwaya

Kashiwaya

3 out of 5
1-39-3 Tokura Kamiyamada Onsen Chikuma Nagano
The price is ฿2,318 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿2,318
฿2,715 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this ryokan in Chikuma. Enjoy free parking, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Joyama Historic Park and Arata-Jo Mountain ...
7.6/10 Good! (70 reviews)
"This place is so authentic. It was a true gem of a Japanese experience for our family. We loved everything about it: hospitality, clean rooms, beautiful views, natural spring style onsens… Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Kashiwaya
Kamesei Ryokan

Kamesei Ryokan

3 out of 5
2-15-1 Kamiyamada Onsen Chikuma Nagano
The price is ฿2,702 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿2,702
฿2,972 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Stay at this ryokan in Chikuma. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Nishizawa Piggy Bank Museu and Joyama Historic Park ...
9/10 Wonderful! (96 reviews)
"Beautiful though slightly older ryokan. Owners were absolutely lovely, helpful, very friendly and were great to have a chat with. Due to some communication issues we were unable to organise a meal there, but the owners were very apologetic and offered a free session in the private family onsen as ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Kamesei Ryokan
Hotel JAL City Nagano

Hotel JAL City Nagano

3 out of 5
1221, Toigosho-machi Nagano Nagano-ken
The price is ฿2,484 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿2,484
฿2,732 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Nagano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kitano Cultural Center and Gondo Shopping ...
Hotel JAL City Nagano
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HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin

HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin

4.5 out of 5
1116 3020 Hokujo, Hakuba Hakuba Nagano
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hakuba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area and Hakuba ...
HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin
Zen Chalets Hakuba

Zen Chalets Hakuba

4 out of 5
4305-1 Hokujo Hakuba Nagano
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Hakuba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free local area shuttle. Popular attractions Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
"Great staff, tidy accomadation,comfy beds and great location"

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Zen Chalets Hakuba
B&D HAKUBA IWATAKE

B&D HAKUBA IWATAKE

4 out of 5
12130-2 Hakuba Nagano
Stay at this aparthotel in Hakuba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area and Tsugaike Ski Resort ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"Friendly, welcoming"

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

B&D HAKUBA IWATAKE
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Stay near popular Chikuma attractions

Nagano Prefectural Museum of History

8.0/10 (24 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Nagano Prefectural Museum of History, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Chikuma. Visit the area's temples or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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Things to do

Snow Monkeys, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano

Snow Monkeys, Obuse & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano

฿5,107
per adult
Snow Monkeys, Obuse & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano
Full Day Snow Monkey Park and Togakushi Shrine Tour in Nagano

Full Day Snow Monkey Park and Togakushi Shrine Tour in Nagano

฿4,489
per adult
Full Day Snow Monkey Park and Togakushi Shrine Tour in Nagano
Food & Cultural Walking Tour around Zenkoji temple in Nagano

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

฿3,666
per adult
Food & Culture Walk in Nagano: Oyaki, Sake, Matcha & Zenkoji
Matsushiro Samurai Life Tour in Nagano

Nagano: Matsushiro Samurai Life Tour with Castle, Villa & School

฿6,075
per adult
Nagano: Matsushiro Samurai Life Tour with Castle, Villa & School
Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour

Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour

฿2,018
per adult
Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour
Strolling through the towering cedar avenue of Togakushi.

Togakushi: A Serene Walk Through Sacred Forests & Soba Traditions

฿4,942
per adult
Togakushi: A Serene Walk Through Sacred Forests & Soba Traditions
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