Alps Azumino National Government Park (Horigane, Hotaka) — Attraction in Azumino

Stunning display during wintertime Christmas, music and lights pulsing along to the beat. It was snowing when we went, so it definitely added more flair, but it was COLD!

I didn’t bring gloves and my fingers were starting to go numb. There was a photographer on site when we went and there was quite a long line to get a commemorative picture.

It’s definitely a good place to visit whether you are on a date, or want to bring the kids. Very nice walk through the...

This is a very big and nice park. It should be very beautiful when the flowers blossom. Can spend the whole day here indeed. However, the restaurant is closed on weekdays. And there is no cafe or snack kiosk at all. Better bring your own food and snacks. Besides, you can’t use your mobile phone since there is no signal or wifi. Also remember to get a map at the entrance since there are not many maps or directories inside the park and you can’t search your way...

A beautiful park to take your family in the summer. A river runs through it and they have created little ponds and a couple pool areas for kids to play in. They also had some fun play areas that were free to use. Check out the website as there seems to be tons of events during summer break. Admission to the park is 450 yen for adults and kids 0-14 years...