Kamiminochi district

Kamiminochi is an administrative district in Nagano Prefecture comprising three municipalities: Iizuna, Ogawa, and Shinano. The landscape consists of forested hills and valleys with scattered settlements connected by local roads.

The district took its current form during Japan's administrative reforms in the Meiji period during the 1800s. These changes were part of the nation's broader shift toward a centralized government structure.

The district maintains local events focused on agriculture, where residents gather to showcase regional products and participate in traditional community celebrations throughout the year.

This area is best explored by car, as roads connect the three towns and surrounding villages throughout the region. Visiting during different seasons offers different experiences, with snow activities in winter and hiking opportunities in spring and fall.

Mount Iizuna within this area offers ski slopes and attracts winter sports enthusiasts from across the region. Meanwhile, the area maintains traditional farming methods that visitors can observe in the fields and villages.

Location: Nagano Prefecture

Inception: January 4, 1879

GPS coordinates: 36.78300,138.15400

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:28