Nozawa

Nozawa is a Japanese name that can refer to a geographic place as well as a family name. The most well-known geographic use is Nozawa Onsen, a village in Shimotakai District, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. Nozawa Onsen is renowned for its hot springs and traditional atmosphere, with a historic main street lined by inns, bathhouses, and shops. The village lies in a mountainous inland region and serves as a year-round destination for hot-spring bathing, skiing, and outdoor activities. In winter it hosts a popular ski resort, Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort, offering a variety of slopes for visitors.

Nozawa is also a Japanese surname, typically written with the kanji characters 野沢. As a family name, it is borne by individuals across various fields in Japan and the Japanese diaspora, including athletes, artists, and researchers.