Hokujo (Ao Oni District), Hakuba Village, Kitaazumi District, Nagano Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Venture into the serene Ao Oni Village, a designated preservation district in Hakuba, Nagano Prefecture, offering a glimpse into Japan's traditional landscape. Located a short drive from Hakuba Station, this historic village features meticulously maintained traditional buildings and stunning terraced rice fields. Visitors can explore the village on foot, contributing a small fee to the preservation fund at the parking area near the entrance. Don't miss the panoramic views of the Northern Alps from the upper reaches of the rice terraces. The best time to visit is in the summer for lush greenery or in the winter for a snow-covered landscape.