NAGANO--A man was arrested on suspicion of stealing a sacred statue at the Zenkoji temple here, which has been revered for more than 300 years and earned a three-star recommendation from the Michelin ...

Discover the top things to do in Nagano, Japan. From visiting monkey parks to admiring magical fireflies, there's something for everyone.

A popular wooden statue of Binzuru Sonja, one of Buddha’s disciples, at a temple in Nagano Prefecture was returned Thursday after it was stolen the day before. On Wednesday, police arrested Shintaro ...

The Zenkoji Omotesando Illumination Executive Committee will illuminate the 1.8 km-long tree-lined avenue between Nagano Station and Zenkoji Temple in the area around Zenkoji Temple (Nagano City, ...

Every seven years, Zenkoji temple in Nagano holds an event honoring one of the oldest Buddhist images in Japan. The event, known as "Gokaicho", is taking place now through May 31, and offers a rare ...

Compared to Tokyo, it's easy to learn Japanese in Nagano because hardly anyone will speak to you in English, even if they can! The people are friendly, though. Kamikochi has a lot of beautiful scenery ...

Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime. Since hosting the 1998 Winter Olympics, Nagano City has become a world-famous hub for snow sports. Look beyond the powder, however, and ...

Every seven years, Zenkoji temple in Nagano holds an event honoring one of the oldest Buddhist images in Japan. The event, known as "Gokaicho", is taking place now through May 31, and offers a rare ...