Kataoka Travel Guide
Shiojiri
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Popular places to visit
Nagano Prefecture Forestry Research Center
You can take time to visit Nagano Prefecture Forestry Research Center during your travels to Shiojiri. Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.
Takabotchi Highlands
Explore the great outdoors at Takabotchi Highlands, a lovely green space in Shiojiri. Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.
Tirol no Mori
Bring the family to Tirol no Mori and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Shiojiri. Discover the hot springs and waterfalls in this walkable area.
Izutsu Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Izutsu Winery during your travels to Shiojiri. Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.
Urushi Art Hanaikada
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Urushi Art Hanaikada in Narai-juku. Take in the museums and waterfalls in the area.
Narakawa Museum of History and Folklore
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Narakawa Museum of History and Folklore during your travels in Narai-juku. Discover the area's museums and temples.
Things to do

1 Day Tour From Nagano to Matsumoto Castle and Narai-Juku

Full Day Walking Tour in Matsumoto: Matcha Tea and Stunning Art

Matsumoto Castle and Kamikochi Private Tour

Matsumoto Everything Tour: Castle, Miso, Wasabi, Wine & Ukiyo-e

Matsumoto Private One Day Tour from Nagano

Nagano to Suwa District watch Making Activity
Top hotels in Kataoka

Richmond Hotel Matsumoto
Convenient location, very walkable. No dedicated drop off points which can make loading and unloading of suitcases difficult.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Iroha Grand Hotel
Loved the staff, the customer service was great. However the bed was very very uncomfortable. If you need a bed with more cushion this isn’t the place for you. However, the location was close to Matsumoto station and the restaurants around the hotel were awesome!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Matsumoto Marunouchi Hotel
Great place
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Toyoko Inn Matsumoto-eki Higashi-guchi
Reasonable rate that includes wonderful Japanese breakfast. Would have given 5 stars if it wasn’t for the hard bed & room size.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Dormy Inn Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring
Nice onsen, comfortable room and modern tv. Great location
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Tabino Hotel Matsumoto
Staff are friendly. The hotel has Welcome drinks and my room is good. The public bath is a little small.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
