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Agematsu

Nagano, Japan · Asia

About Agematsu

Agematsu sits on the route: 10 minutes from Kiso, 52km from Kamikōchi.

Agematsu is a town located in Nagano, Japan. With a population of 4,131, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Agematsu sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Agematsu to your route.

About Agematsu

Agematsu (上松町, Agematsu-machi) is a town in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 March 2019, the town had an estimated population of 4,451 in 2091 households, and a population density of 26 persons per km2. The total area of the town is 168.42 square kilometres (65.03 sq mi).

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Where is Agematsu located?

Agematsu is located in Nagano, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 35.7846 latitude, 137.6927 longitude.

What is the population of Agematsu?

Agematsu has a population of approximately 4,131 people, making it a town in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
4,131
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Nagano
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
35.7846, 137.6927

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Japan

Police
110
Ambulance
119
Fire
119
Driving side
left

Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.

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Worth the detour from Agematsu

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

mountain pass

Norikura Skyline

A toll mountain road climbing to 2,702 m at Tatamidaira, the highest paved road in Japan. Private cars are barred, so drivers park at Hirayu and transfer to the shuttle bus for the final ascent.

40 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Shirahone Onsen

A hot-spring hamlet high in the Norikura foothills where the sulphurous water turns milky white on contact with air. It sits on the mountain road between Matsumoto and Kamikochi.

41 km · about 50 min drive

national park

Kamikōchi

A high alpine valley beneath the Hotaka range, with the Azusa River running clear beneath Kappa Bridge. Private vehicles are banned; drivers leave cars at Sawando or Hirayu and take the bus in.

52 km · about 60 min drive

castle

Matsumoto Castle

One of Japan's premier historic castles, known as the Crow Castle for its striking black exterior, dating to the 16th century.

56 km · about 65 min drive

landmark

Takayama Old Town

A beautifully preserved Edo-period merchant town with sake breweries, morning markets, and traditional wooden buildings.

56 km · about 65 min drive

famous road

Venus Line

A 76 km free touring road across Nagano's Kirigamine and Utsukushigahara highlands, rolling over open alpine meadows at up to 1,959 m. One of Japan's best-loved drives for bikers and grand tourers.

58 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Agematsu

  • 40 kmNorikura SkylineA toll mountain road climbing to 2,702 m at Tatamidaira, the highest paved road in Japan. Private cars are barred, so drivers park at Hirayu and transfer to the shuttle bus for the final ascent.
  • 58 kmVenus LineA 76 km free touring road across Nagano's Kirigamine and Utsukushigahara highlands, rolling over open alpine meadows at up to 1,959 m. One of Japan's best-loved drives for bikers and grand tourers.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Agematsu.

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🇯🇵 Japan

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23 km awayPop. 32,202

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🇯🇵 Japan

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25 km awayPop. 9,446

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🇯🇵 Japan

27 km awayPop. 12,530

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