Nakano City, located in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture, is just a 30-minute drive from Nagano City. Surrounded by various mountain ranges and with the Chikuma River running through it, it is a place blessed with a rich natural environment. The temperature fluctuates greatly throughout the year, with very hot summers and many days of temperatures dropping below freezing in winter. Taking advantage of these temperature differences, agriculture is flourishing, producing Nagano Prefecture's famous apples, grapes, asparagus, and other products. Grapes in particular are highly regarded nationwide for their high quality. Enokitake mushrooms and honshimeji mushrooms are also cultivated here, boasting one of the largest production volumes in the country.