Reservation confirmation / cancellation
language
TATSUNO PARK HOTEL
0266-41-2001
Reservation
  1. Top
  2. Peripheral information

Peripheral information

Information on sightseeing spots in the area recommended by TATSUNO PARK HOTEL

  • Various nature depending on the season

    The firefly town Tatsuno Town is a peaceful town that opened along Sanshu Kaido at the northern end of Ina, almost in the center of the Japanese archipelago.
    Blessed with a clear stream of the Tenryu Water System, it boasts abundant nature such as the famous Matsuo Gorge
    • Kojinyama Park approximately 800 cherry trees bloom.(Kojinyama Reservoir)

      spring

      Kojinyama Park, where the hotel is located, is the town's only famous cherry blossom viewing spot, with approximately 800 cherry trees blooming around a reservoir.In addition to Somei Yoshino cherry trees, there are many other varieties such as Higan cherry trees, double-flowered cherry trees, weeping cherry trees, and mountain cherry trees, and the walking path around the pond, which is about 740m long, becomes a tunnel of cherry blossoms.During the cherry blossom festival, the trees are also illuminated at night.Kojinyama Reservoir has been selected as one of the "100 Best Reservoirs in Japan."
    • Genji fireflies in Matsuo Gorge(June)

      summer

      From mid- to late June, the Matsuo Gorge (Tatsuno Hotaru Doyo Park) hosts the "Shinshu Tatsuno Firefly Festival," where one of Japan's largest displays of Genji fireflies takes place.The hotel is just a few minutes' drive from the festival grounds.This inn allows you to enjoy a hot spring bath after watching fireflies at night.
    • Kojinyama Park, adorned with autumn leaves(Kojinyama Reservoir)

      autumn

      As autumn deepens, Kojinyama Park where the hotel is located is filled with vibrant red maple and other leaves, and the autumn foliage is reflected on the surface of the reservoir.From the open-air bath with a view, you can enjoy the colorful mountains, making this the most vibrant season of the year.In the surrounding area, the autumn foliage of the weeping chestnut trees, a designated natural monument, is also at its peak.Located about 30 minutes by car from Tatsuno Station, Yokogawa Valley is the town's only famous spot for autumn foliage, offering stunning views around the Yokogawa Dam. (Every year from late October to early November)
    • Winter fireworks Kojinyama Park

      winter

      In December, the "Winter Fireflies" event is held at Kojinyama Park, featuring stage performances and food stalls, followed by a fireworks display from the Kojinyama Baseball Field.The winter fireworks reflected on the surface of Tatsunoumi (Kojinyama Reservoir) offer a different kind of luminous landscape in Tatsuno compared to the fireflies of summer.On snowy days, you can soak in the hot springs while gazing at the snow-covered mountain range and birch forest from the open-air observation bath.

  • Sightseeing spots in Tatsuno Town

    • Tatsuno Museum of Art

      A town-run art museum located within the same Kojinyama Park as the hotel.The World Insect Museum is right next door, so you can stop by during your walk.

    • Tatsuno Hotaru Doyo Park

      A firefly sanctuary has been established in Matsuo Gorge.During the firefly festival in June, the park is lined with monuments inscribed with children's songs.
    • A cluster of weeping chestnut trees with yellowing leaves

      Weeping chestnut(Ono's weeping chestnut habitat)

      This is a nationally designated natural monument, home to a cluster of rare chestnut trees with branches that twist and droop downwards.In autumn, its leaves turn a golden color, and in winter, when the leaves have fallen, its gnarled branches stand out.You can travel by car from the hotel.

  • Major tourist destinations in Nagano prefecture

    • Matsumoto Castle

      It is the oldest existing five-story, six-tiered castle tower in Japan and is a national treasure.The black castle tower, set against the backdrop of the Northern Alps, is a magnificent sight even in the winter snowscape.

    • Lake Suwa

      The largest lake Shinshu.The lakeside hot spring resort, the pilgrimage to the four shrines of Suwa Grand Shrine, and the area are well known for their winter freezing temperatures.

    • Takato Castle Site

      This is a famous spot for Takato Kohiganzakura (rosebud cherry), known as "the best cherry blossoms in the world."In spring, the entire castle park is bathed in a pale pink hue.

    • Suwa Grand Shrine(First Visit to the Shrine)

      The head shrine of all Suwa Shrines throughout Japan.There are four shrines in total, including the Upper Shrine and Lower Shrine, and it is a popular place to visit for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day prayers.Use this hotel as your base for your first shrine visit of the year.