Chobo no Sato (Scenic Village)

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Chobo no Sato (Scenic Village)

Sprawling views of the Northern Alps extending from north to south!

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This 1000m-high lookout spot offers a spectacular view of the Northern Alps as they tower from south to north. Feast your eyes in a grand panorama from Jigadake in Ono City, Nagano Prefecture in the south, to Myojosan in Itoigawa City, Niigata Prefecture in the north. If the weather is just right, a sea of clouds will roll in the valleys below, billowing at your feet like a mystic landscape. Around the area you’ll even find gorgeous blooms all year around, like cherry blossoms and daffodils in spring.

The remote location of this mountain escape makes a car the best option for getting here. From National Route 148, cross the Miyamoto Bridge and drive about 5km up the mountain road. The road is narrow and has many switchbacks, so drive slowly and be careful of oncoming vehicles. Please note that the road becomes impassable in winter.

From late April to early November, the campsite is open, offering visitors with the everchanging views of morning glow, sunset, and starry sky depending on when you visit. The grounds offer a number of plans including cabins, wooden decks, and permanent tents, so you can spend your time away in the great outdoors just as you like it.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a spectacular view of the Northern Alps from an altitude of 1,000m.
  • If the weather conditions are right, you can see a sea of clouds in the landscape below.
  • Feast your eyes on seasonal flowers.
  • There is a campsite with plenty of options for your perfect stay.

Photos

  • The panoramic view from an altitude of 1,000m is sure to impress

    The panoramic view from an altitude of 1,000m is sure to impress

  • The view of the Northern Alps through the cherry blossoms is also exceptional

    The view of the Northern Alps through the cherry blossoms is also exceptional

  • In spring, daffodils bloom around the sign next to the parking lot

    In spring, daffodils bloom around the sign next to the parking lot

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)

A

Sorry, we don’t.

Q

Is there free Wi-Fi available in the area?

A

No, there is no electricity available for Wi-Fi.

Q

Are coin lockers available?

A

Not available.

Q

Are there toilets nearby?

A

There is one permanent toilet each for men and women, and two temporary toilets.

Reviews

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  • Alex Wu

    這兒風景如畫。長野擁有大自然,更以溫泉之鄉而聞名日本🇯🇵

  • 簡蓉

    這兒四季花草🪴~還可以欣賞日出、夕陽、滿天星空哦真的很棒

Details

Name in Japanese
眺望の郷
Postal Code
399-9421
Address
Nakaotari, Otarimura, Kitaazumigun, Nagano
Telephone
0261-82-2585(Otari Village Office Tourism and Commerce Section)
Closed
Free to walk(Closed for winter)
Business Hours
Walk anytime
Access
approx. 10 min. drive from Minami-Otari Station on the JR Oito Line
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)