Yamanouchi, Nagano

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Yamanouchi, Nagano

Name

Yamanouchi, Nagano

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Yamanouchi is a town in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, nestled within the Japanese Alps. It's known for hosting venues during the 1998 Winter Olympics, including snowboarding and alpine skiing events. The town serves as a gateway to Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park and is famous for Jigokudani Monkey Park.

Statistics

Area

265.90 km²

Population

12,403

Location