[Nagano] 1-Day Car Tour: Nagano Obuse Art, Joetsu Sushi & Wild Onsen

• Obuse: A Town of Art, History, and Sweets: Obuse is a picturesque town blending traditional Japanese architecture and artistic charm. It's home to the Hokusai Museum and known for local miso and chestnut sweets. Stroll Edo-period storehouses, galleries, chestnut shops, and serene gardens
• Joetsu: A Hidden Sushi Capital by the Sea of Japan. Joetsu, facing the Sea of Japan, is a lesser-known culinary gem. The region is famed for its sweet shrimp, buri (yellowtail), and mackerel—delivered fresh to local sushi shops each morning
• Tsubame Onsen: Nature's Hidden Bath: Tucked into the forested mountains of Myoko, this open-air onsen offers milky-white water rich in minerals. The rustic, no-frills setting is beloved by those seeking a peaceful soak surrounded by nature

Enjoy a scenic one-day journey from Nagano that blends the best of two prefectures—Nagano and Niigata. Discover the historic town of Obuse, known for its Hokusai Museum and chestnut sweets. Then head toward the Sea of Japan to enjoy a fresh sushi lunch in Joetsu, followed by a soak in the natural hot springs of the Myoko mountains. This private tour includes hotel pickup in Nagano City and is ideal for those seeking a relaxing mix of art, food, sea, and mountain onsen.