Kataoka Travel Guide
Shiojiri
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Popular places to visit
Nagano Prefecture Forestry Research Center
You can take time to visit Nagano Prefecture Forestry Research Center during your travels to Shiojiri. Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.
Takabotchi Highlands
Explore the great outdoors at Takabotchi Highlands, a lovely green space in Shiojiri. Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.
Izutsu Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Izutsu Winery during your travels to Shiojiri. Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.
Tirol no Mori
Bring the family to Tirol no Mori and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Shiojiri. Discover the hot springs and waterfalls in this walkable area.
Niekawa Sekisyo Kiso Kokokan
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Niekawa Sekisyo Kiso Kokokan during your trip to Shiojiri. Discover the area's waterfalls and mountain views.
Narakawa Museum of History and Folklore
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Narakawa Museum of History and Folklore during your travels in Narai-juku. Discover the area's museums and temples.
Top hotels in Kataoka

THE CELECTON Matsumoto
Clean
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

Iroha Grand Hotel
I would stay here again when visiting this area again. Excellent hotel and service.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Richmond Hotel Matsumoto
We stayed in the Standard Double Room, Non Smoking (No Extra Bed, 18 sqm). The room was clean, practical, and slightly more spacious than typical business hotels. The bathroom had a small bath tub, which is customary, and a humidifier was provided where you add your own water before switching it ...
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

Dormy Inn Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring
The room was clean, the staff was great, and we loved the hot springs. I would recommend staying here.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Toyoko Inn Matsumoto-eki Higashi-guchi
Clean room and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Matsumoto Hotel Kagetsu
Clean room, excellent staff, large room, high end amenities, great location to visit Matsumoto castle.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Kataoka Travel Guide
- Nagano Prefecture Forestry Research Center
- Lake Shirakaba
- Fujimi Panorama Ski Resort
- Bessho Hot Springs
- Takabotchi Highlands
- Pilatus Tateshina Ski Area
- Kokuei Alps Azumino Park
- Shirakabako Royal Hill Ski Area
- Kita Yatsugatake Ropeway
- Utsukushi-ga-Hara Open-Air Museum
- Suwashi Kohan Park
- Suwa Taisha
- Nomugitoge Ski Area
- Akaishi Mountains
