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- Itinerary Information -

Plan A: Jigokudani Monkey Park - Enjoy the Snow Monkeys Bathing in Hot Springs, Zenko-ji Temple, a National Treasure of Japan, and a Stroll through Obuse

Meeting time: 09:50 / Departure time: 10:00

Meeting point: Meet in front of the Shinkansen gate at JR Nagano Station

Duration: Approximately 8 hours

Return information: Scheduled to arrive at the original meeting point (JR Nagano Station) at 18:00 (arrival around 17:30 - 18:30)

Plan B: One-day tour to Kamikochi, the Furusato of God and Zenko-ji Temple, a national treasure of Japan

Meeting time: 08:50 / Departure time: 09:00

Meeting point: Meet in front of the Shinkansen gate at JR Nagano Station

Duration: Approximately 9 hours

Return information: Scheduled to arrive at the original meeting point (JR Nagano Station) at 18:00 (arrival around 17:30 - 18:30)

Plan B: Kamikochi (Taisho Pond ~ Kappa Bridge) - Known as the Furusato of God, Kamikochi is a basin in the valley of the Northern Alps of Japan. It is surrounded by majestic mountains 3,000 meters high, with shady trees, cool climate, and clear lakes. The picturesque scenery changes with each season and provides a variety of hiking routes, which are deeply loved by tourists from home and abroad.

Taisho Pond - a dammed lake formed when lava from the eruption of Yakedake volcano blocked the Azusa River. The mountains of Kamikochi are reflected on the turquoise surface of the lake. The water is clear and you can enjoy the mysterious atmosphere of the submerged forest transformed into strangely shaped dead branches.

Taisho Pond in early summer

Kappa Bridge - a suspension bridge built of larch wood, 3.1 meters wide and 36.6 meters long, is a symbolic attraction of Kamikochi. From the bridge, you can overlook the magnificent scenery of the Hotaka Mountain Range and the Takezawa Valley between the Hotaka Mountain Range.

Kamikochi with red maple leaves and larch trees ※Expected red maple season: mid-October to early November

Zenko-ji Temple - Founded in 644 AD, it is Japan's largest wooden temple and home to Japan's oldest Buddhist statue, the "Three Statue of Amida Nyorai". It has been designated a national treasure of Japan and has been considered a must-visit temple since ancient times. It is the most famous symbol of Nagano and attracts approximately 6 million visitors each year.

The Omotesando in front of Zenko-ji Temple has buildings on both sides that retain a nostalgic look and are lined with many specialty shops where you can find unique local souvenirs.

Plan A: Jigokudani Monkey Park

Located in the Joshinetsu Plateau National Park in northern Nagano, the foothills of the Shiga Plateau, which is 850 meters high, are covered with snow for about one-third of the year. Due to geothermal activity, steam and hot spring water emerge from the ground. Surrounded by high mountains and steaming hot air, it is called Hell Valley. Since ancient times, monkeys have grown freely in this natural environment. The climate in Hell Valley is very cold in winter, and hot springs have become a way for monkeys to resist the cold winter. Since the opening of the Wild Monkey Park in 1964, it has been a place where wild monkeys can be observed up close. The cute monkeys in the hot springs are soothing, and have become a hot topic with major media reports, attracting tourists and photographers from all over the world.

Plan A: Stroll around Obuse - Obuse is the smallest town in Nagano Prefecture, famous for the Ukiyo-e master Hokusai Katsushika and its chestnut specialty. Take a leisurely stroll along the chestnut path paved with chestnut trees, which is full of greenery and ancient Japanese buildings on both sides; various chestnut specialty stores, groceries, cafes and other specialty shops are scattered on the quiet streets of Obuse, waiting for tourists to come and explore.