Hiking, walking and biking nagano: 16 tours in

Nagano City in central Japan offers a wealth of opportunities to explore the countrys unique natural, cultural and historical features. From the iconic, ancient temple of Zenkoji, to the historic castle precinct of Matsushiro, to the surrounding forested mountains replete with magnificent views, Nagano City has something for everyone. This book is the most thoroughly researched and comprehensive English language guide to the citys natural, historical and cultural sites. It provides insightful and fascinating details of the pilgrims walk to Zenkoji temple, the various buildings and war-time tunnels of Matsushiro, the deeply spiritual highlands of Togakushi, and hikes and walks in the remote mountains on the edge of the city. The 16 tours in this book provide all the information readers need to make the most of their visit to the city. Each tour has a detailed English description, colour photographs, and a full colour map. The 16 hikes, walks and bike rides are:Mt Jizuki HikeMt Omine HikeNagano Station to Zenkoji Temple Pilgrim Walk/RideNagano Station to Ueda Castle Park via Kawanakajima Ancient Battlefield RideMt Chausu HikeMatsushiro Walk/RideMt Amakazari HikeMt Kimyo HikeMt Taro HikeTogakushi Five Shrines WalkTogakushi Lake WalkTogakushi Beech Forest and Mt Meno HikeMt Iizuna HikeMt Jinbadaira HikeMt Sunahachi HikeMt Hijiri Hike