Toilet at Madarao-Kogen, Japan

Nagano's main shopping street is Naka-mise. Its name can be literally translated as "shops inside the temple." On this historic street, you can find shops of various profiles, many of which have been operating for dozens of years. Besides the stalls, you can see small street cafes serving the most popular national dishes at moderate prices. A common treat is “manju” - small steamed buns stuffed with beans.
Strolling through the shopping street, tourists can find shops of all possible types. These include several large tea shops, as well as a store selling the popular national drink Sake. There are also great shops offering traditional clothes and accessories. The most popular among tourists are numerous souvenir shops. Some shops on Naka-mise Street may seem pretty unusual - one sells pickles, and in the other, you can buy unique works of art.

A must-have for ice cream lovers is Miso Soft where dozens of versions of their favorite treats are sold. Numerous craft shops deserve special attention - here you can buy interesting home decorations and very practical accessories. The main shopping street also accommodates the most interesting gastronomic shops where customers can find the most popular national delicacies.
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