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title: Area Guide
date: 2026-11-06T13:22:00+09:00
author: Patrick Nesbitt
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# Area Guide

 

Local information for visitors to Hakuba and Myoko, including restaurants, onsens and nearby attractions throughout the region.

- [   ![Woman enjoy the japanese hot springs](https://staging.morinolodge.com/uploads/general/Hakuba/_768xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/AdobeStock_243350817.jpeg)  
    
    ## Onsen
    
    One of the best things about a visit to Japan is the numerous onsens scattered along its length. And soaking in one after a big day on the hill…there’s nothing better!
    
     ](https://staging.morinolodge.com/hakuba/onsen)
- [   ![](https://staging.morinolodge.com/uploads/general/Hakuba/_768xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/hakuba-monkey.jpg)  
    
    ## Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
    
    World-famous since the film “Baraka” brought it to international attention, Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park is a popular day trip from Hakuba.
    
     ](https://staging.morinolodge.com/hakuba/jigokudani-snow-monkey-park)
- [   ![](https://staging.morinolodge.com/uploads/general/Hakuba/_768xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/AdobeStock_473186844.jpeg)  
    
    ## Zenkoji Temple
    
    Zenkoji Temple is the most important pilgrimage site in central Honshu.
    
     ](https://staging.morinolodge.com/hakuba/zenkoji-temple)
- [   ![](https://staging.morinolodge.com/uploads/general/General/_768xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/AdobeStock_314197038.jpg)  
    
    ## Matsumoto Castle
    
    Matsumoto Castle is one of Japan’s oldest surviving castles, dating back to the late 16th century.
    
     ](https://staging.morinolodge.com/hakuba/matsumoto-castle)
- [   ![](https://staging.morinolodge.com/uploads/general/legacy/2022/09/_768xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/Nozawa-Fire-festival-2-1024x768.jpg)  
    
    ## Nozawa Onsen Fire Festival
    
    The Nozawa Onsen Fire Festival is a must-see if you find yourself in the vicinity in mid-January.
    
     ](https://staging.morinolodge.com/hakuba/nozawa-fire-festival)