Olympic Facilities

In 1998, the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games were successfully hosted by Nagano. It was the third time Japan had hosted the Olympics. The various events were held in Nagano City and nearby mountain towns, including Hakuba, Karuizawa, Nozawa and Shiga Kogen.
Today, many of the former Olympic facilities can still be viewed around the city. They are now used as sport and concert venues or serve the local community as sport facilities. Their unique architecture remain of interest to locals and tourists alike:
Getting there and around
The former Olympic facilities are spread around Nagano City, and can be accessed by city buses from Nagano Station. A rental car would provide greater flexibility and convenience as the buses may be infrequent. Rental car outlets can be found around Nagano Station.
How to get to and around Nagano

Hours and Fees
M-Wave Olympic Museum
Hours
Closed
Admission
Questions? Ask in our forum.
Links and Resources
Hotels around Nagano
-
-
Yadoya Shiroganeya Limited to one group per day (2 to 8 people) Fully booked traditional building inView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
Yadoya-Shiroganeya in Nagano offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden and mountain views, and tatami floors. Each room includes a fireplace, refrigerator, TV, and free toiletries.Relaxing Facilities
Guests can enjoy a hot spring bath, on-site garden, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a dining area, soundproofing, and free private parking.Dining Experience
The ryokan serves traditional Japanese cuisine with menus for special diets. Dinner is highly praised for its quality and variety.Activities and Attractions
Located 1.8 km from Togakushi Shrine and 93 km from Matsumoto Airport, the ryokan is near skiing, hiking, and cycling opportunities. -
ShioriyaView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
Shioriya in Nagano offers a 2-star guest house experience with free WiFi, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms. Each room includes a bath, bidet, hairdryer, work desk, free toiletries, shower, slippers, TV, dining area, electric kettle, and wardrobe.Convenient Facilities
Guests can enjoy a lounge, shared kitchen, and luggage storage. Free on-site private parking is available. Additional amenities include tatami floors, ensuring a relaxing stay.Local Attractions
Located 8 km from Nagano Station, 10 km from Zenkoji Temple, and 40 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park. Matsumoto Airport is 72 km away. Activities such as skiing are popular in the area.Guest Satisfaction
Highly rated by guests for its friendly host, comfortable rooms, and delicious breakfast provided by the property. -
1166 BackpackersView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
1166 Backpackers in Nagano offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and tatami floors. Each room includes a kitchenette, washing machine, and essential amenities such as a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, and shower.Essential Facilities
Guests enjoy free WiFi, a lounge, shared kitchen, daily housekeeping service, and full-day security. Additional facilities include bicycle parking, bike hire, luggage storage, and a dining area.Prime Location
Located less than 1 km from Zenkoji Temple and 2.5 km from Nagano Station, the hostel is also near attractions like Suzaka City Zoo (14 km) and Jigokudani Monkey Park (32 km). Matsumoto Airport is 74 km away.Guest Satisfaction
Highly rated for its friendly staff and excellent service support, 1166 Backpackers ensures a comfortable and convenient stay for all visitors. -
Jizokan Matsuya RyokanJust 250 metres from Zenko-ji Temple, Matsuya Ryokan offers simple Japanese rooms with tatami-mat floors, a green-tea maker and an attached Western bathroom. The hotel features public baths. Guests at Jizokan Matsuya Ryokan stay in rooms with shoji paper screens and traditional futon bedding. All rooms are air-conditioned and include a TV and slippers. Zenko-ji-shita Subway Station is 600 metres away, and Shinano Art Museum is 650 metres from the ryokan. JR Nagano Train Station is 3 km away. A Japanese breakfast and a Japanese course dinner are served at the dining room or the guest room.View on Booking.com -
Oshi RyokanView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodation
Oshi Ryokan in Nagano offers family rooms with tatami floors and shared bathrooms. Each room includes a TV, free toiletries, and free WiFi.Relaxing Facilities
Guests can enjoy a tranquil garden and seating area. The property provides free on-site private parking, ski equipment hire, and luggage storage.Local Attractions
Togakushi Shrine is 1.8 km away, while Nagano Station lies 22 km from the ryokan. Other nearby points of interest include Zenkoji Temple (20 km) and Lake Nojiri (22 km).Activities
Skiing enthusiasts can take advantage of the ski equipment hire and storage services. The reception staff speak English and Japanese. -
Hotel Metropolitan NaganoHotel Metropolitan Nagano features elegantly decorated rooms and a wide range of dining options, including a Japanese restaurant, a Chinese restaurant and a cafe. The hotel is conveniently located right next to the JR Nagano Train Station. All rooms feature carpeted floors, a seating area, and comes with a flat-screen TV, a desk and a wardrobe. There is a bath tub, a hairdryer and free toiletries in the en suite bathroom. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Nagano Metropolitan Hotel provides luggage storage and dry cleaning services. A massage salon on the ground floor can provide guests with a vigorous massage. Zenko-ji temple, one of Japanfs National Treasures, is a 10-minute drive from the hotel. Shinano Art Museum and the Joyama Park are located within a 5-minute walk from the temple. The Iris cafe serves hearty breakfast buffet in the morning, while Shinano Japanese restaurant offers sushi and teppanyaki cuisines prepared right in front of the guests.View on Booking.com -
Yokokura RyokanView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
Yokokura Ryokan in Nagano offers family rooms with shared bathrooms. Each room features a terrace, tatami floor, seating area, slippers, and TV.Dining and Amenities
Guests enjoy a restaurant serving dinner and breakfast, complemented by free WiFi. The property provides ski-to-door access, a garden, and free on-site private parking.Activities and Location
Located 95 km from Matsumoto Airport, the ryokan is a 3-minute walk from Togakushi Shrine. Nearby attractions include Zenkoji Temple (22 km) and Nagano Station (24 km). -
Chisun Grand NaganoLocated a 5-minute walk from JR Nagano Station, Chisun Grand Nagano offers clean, non-smoking guest rooms. We also offer a variety of complimentary amenities in the lobby. In support of the SDGs, we have not provided amenities in the rooms; instead, guests are welcome to bring whatever they need during their stay. Air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a smart TV, refrigerator, and electric kettle. Slippers and nightwear, an air purifier with humidifier, and a unit bath (with hairdryer) are also provided. Dry cleaning services and courier services are available at the front desk. Private parking is available on-site for an additional fee. If the parking lot is full, guests may be directed to a nearby affiliated parking lot. A smoking area is available in the lobby. *Smoking in the guest rooms will incur a special cleaning fee of 20,000 yen. Restaurant "Asama" on the 12th floor serves a Japanese breakfast made with locally grown white rice. Grilled fish and miso soup are also available. Please note that on busy days, admission may be divided into three shifts, and time and number restrictions may be put in place. Zenkoji Temple is a 10-minute drive away. Nagano Grand Chisun Hotel is a 25-minute drive from Iizuna Kogen Ski Resort and a 1.5-hour drive from Snow Monkey Park. A convenience store is a 4-minute walk away.View on Booking.com -
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano-ZenkojiguchiOnly a 2-minute walk from the Zenko-ji Exit of JR Nagano Train Station, Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano-Zenkojiguchi (Complex facility: Nacs Suehiro Building 5F Front) features simple accommodations with free WiFi access. The air-conditioned rooms feature a fridge and a flat-screen TV with a video-on-demand system. Slippers and sleepwear are provided for all guests, while the en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and toothbrush sets. A coin-launderette is on-site and luggage storage is provided at the 24-hour front desk. A convenience store is located on the ground floor. A breakfast buffet featuring Japanese and Western dishes are served at the dining room. Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano-Zenkojiguchi is a 10-minute drive from Zenko-ji Temple and a 45-minute drive from Togakushi Shrine. The Nagano Big Hat Sport Arena is a 10-minute drive and the Nagano Olympic Stadium is a 20-minute drive away.View on Booking.com -
Hotel NewNagano NeXTView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
Hotel NewNagano NeXT in Nagano offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, bidets, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and soundproofing for a pleasant stay.Convenient Facilities
Guests benefit from a lift, 24-hour front desk, full-day security, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a buffet breakfast, paid off-site parking, and a paid off-site parking.Prime Location
Located 73 km from Matsumoto Airport, the hotel is a 14-minute walk from Nagano Station and 2 km from Zenkoji Temple. Nearby attractions include Suzaka City Zoo (13 km) and Jigokudani Monkey Park (33 km).Guest Satisfaction
Highly rated for its public transport options, breakfast provided by the property, and attentive staff.
-
Experiences around Nagano
-
-
![]()
-
![]()
-
Nagano Snow Monkeys and Cherry Blossoms Day TourVisit the Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park and discover what makes its resident monkeys so uniqueView on Klook -
![]()
-
![]()
-
![]()
-
Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano day tourVisit Zenko-ji Temple - one of the oldest and most important temples in JapanView on Klook -
1-Day Tour: Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun In Shiga KogenDiscover Shiga Kogen by enjoying snow activities and sledding in the snow-covered landscapeView on Klook -
![]()
-
![]()
-























