This article for Japan Today introduces a fun excursion to Obuse, an historical trading town near Nagano city with strong connections to Hokusai Katsushika, one of Japan's greatest artists. (Archived article in Japan Today.)
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Ideas for enjoying winter in Nagano…off the slopes
This article gives three suggestions of winter activities in Nagano aside from skiing: the snow monkeys of Jigokudani, the art town of Obuse, and the hina doll display in Suzaka. All can be enjoyed economically by using a special 2-day rail pass, too. (Archived article – Originally published by Japan Today)
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