Located in the center of the Suwa Basin, Chino City borders many cities and towns in Nagano Prefecture. Thanks to the Chuo Expressway passing through the city, the area around Chino Station is bustling with activity, and industry and culture are developing in the city center. Lake Shirakaba and Tateshina Onsen are the main tourist attractions, and the Ikenotaira Hotel Amusement Hall is a well-known tourist destination. At the World Shadow Puppet, Paper Cutout, Glass, and Music Box Museum, visitors can enjoy a fairytale-like world, unlike historical buildings. Visitors can also try out shadow puppetry and other hands-on experiences, making it a popular way for tourists to create memories. Chino City is packed with tourist attractions and has convenient transportation, making it an easy place to live.