eternal story Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture), a group company of Gokei Co., Ltd. (also headquartered in Nagano City), runs nagano forest village in Nagano City's Iizuna Highland. From Friday, July 31, 2026, the resort is holding a summer-only event, the "Forest Lakeside Bar 2026."
With record heat continuing nationwide and growing interest in travel and outings built around escaping the heat, the event draws on Iizuna Highland's natural surroundings at an elevation of roughly 1,000 meters to offer a refreshing way to spend the summer.
The Cool Appeal of Iizuna Highland in Summer
About a 30-minute drive from central Nagano City, Iizuna Highland sits at roughly 1,000 meters above sea level — cooler than the city below, with a refreshing breeze off the lake and lush greenery, making it a summer retreat.
Even amid the ongoing heat, visitors can unwind while taking in the coolness of nature.
With good access and an easy sense of getting away from it all, the highland resort is enjoyed by many visitors.
Limited-Time Menu Featuring Shinshu's Seasonal Flavors
During the day, "Forest Fruit Cider" — a refreshing, summer-only drink packed with seasonal fruit — is served alongside shaved ice.
Guests can enjoy the crisp carbonation and juicy fruit flavor starting from café hours in the afternoon.
In the evening, the bar serves fruity cocktails made with Shinshu wine and craft beers brewed around the prefecture.
The lineup includes the "Nagarose Peach Cocktail," made with the Nagano City rosé wine "Nagarose," and the "Shinshu Fruit Spritzer," made with the Ryugan grape from Utabi Winery — drinks that reflect the character of Shinshu's climate and fruit.
Shinshu Fruit Spritzer
An original cocktail pairing Utabi Winery's "Ryugan" with Shinshu-grown fruit for a refreshing, fragrant drink. Enjoy the crisp taste of the white wine alongside the juicy sweetness of the fruit.
- Shine Muscat: ¥900 (tax included)
- Peach: ¥800 (tax included)
- Blueberry: ¥800 (tax included)
Nagarose Peach Cocktail (Rosé Bellini Style)
A fruity cocktail combining "Nagarose," a new rosé wine created jointly by four wineries in Nagano City, with syrup made from Shinshu-grown "Hakuho" peaches. A refreshing glass built around the gentle sweetness of peach.
- Nagarose Peach Cocktail (Rosé Bellini Style): ¥900 (tax included)
The food menu includes a seasonal pizza made with summer apples and seasonal corn, along with recommended snacks that pair well with the drinks, for a relaxed evening built around Shinshu's summer flavors.
Event Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event name | Forest Lakeside Bar 2026 |
| Dates | July 31 (Friday) – August 1 (Saturday), August 7 (Friday) – 9 (Sunday), and August 12 (Wednesday) – 15 (Saturday) |
| Hours | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM / 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (held rain or shine in light rain; moves indoors to the café restaurant in severe weather) |
| Venue | nagano forest village (2471-608 Ageya, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture) — restaurant terrace deck |
| Content | Sales of Shinshu wine, craft beer, and limited-edition food and sweets |
About nagano forest village
nagano forest village sits on the shore of Daizahoushi Pond in Iizuna Highland — a nature-experience resort made up of "Mori no Eki Daizahoushi" and five themed fields.
At the marché inside Mori no Eki Daizahoushi, visitors can find fresh local vegetables alongside a wide range of Shinshu specialty souvenirs and seasonings.
Because ingredients can be picked up on-site, guests can enjoy camping casually without bringing their own supplies.
The attached café restaurant serves a wide range of dishes made with the local vegetables sold at the marché.
During apple season, a popular item is candied apple made with Shinshu-grown apples — crisp on the outside and juicy within.
An all-weather indoor activity area, including a tree house, lets children play freely even on rainy or cold days.
The resort also offers camping and other outdoor experiences, along with seasonal events and a range of nature-based activities.
Facility Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Facility name | nagano forest village |
| Address | 2471-608 Ageya, Nagano City, Nagano 380-0888 |
| Opened | April 2022 |
| Main areas | Camp Field, Adventure Field, Athletic Field, Lake Field, and Grass Field, plus Mori no Eki Daizahoushi (grocerant building with marché and café restaurant, and an activity building with indoor activities, camp reception, and a multipurpose hall). Forest Adventure Nagano is also on-site |
| Indoor activities hours | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Marché hours | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Café restaurant hours | December 31 – February 28: Sunday–Thursday (excluding holidays) 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last order 4:30 PM); Friday, Saturday, and holidays 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (last order 8:00 PM) |
| Parking / restrooms | Available 24 hours |
| Website | https://naganoforestvillage.eternal-story.com/ |
| https://www.instagram.com/nagano_forest_village/ |
