Top Nagano Prefecture Day Trips - page 3

Discover the charming Iiyama region in Nagano on this immersive day trip. Visit the stunning Mayumi Takahashi Doll Museum and enjoy a traditional Shojin ryori lunch at Daishoji Temple. Experience the art of sake brewing with a guided tour and tasting at Tanakaya Shuzo, where you’ll learn about the intricate process of sake production. This private tour includes hotel pickup, bullet train travel, and an English-speaking licensed guide, ensuring a personalized experience. Perfect for those interested in culture, history, and gastronomy. - Private tour with only your group participating - Hotel pickup and bullet train included for convenience - Sake brewery tour and tasting experience - Traditional Shojin ryori lunch provided (for 4+ guests) - Takahashi Mayumi Doll Museum is closed on Wednesdays, so if you choose Wednesday for your tour date, we will guide you to an alternative location.

Step into the timeless world of the samurai on this cultural journey through Matsushiro, one of Nagano’s hidden historical gems. Traveling comfortably by car with a local guide, you’ll explore peaceful temples, shrines, and castle ruins that preserve the spirit and elegance of old Japan. Each location reveals a different side of Japanese history and craftsmanship, from beautiful wooden temple architecture to the impressive stone foundations of former samurai castles. With its quiet streets, fewer crowds, and relaxed atmosphere, Matsushiro offers a more authentic and serene experience away from the busy tourist areas. Perfect for history lovers, culture seekers, couples, families, and curious travelers alike, this half-day tour provides a meaningful glimpse into Japan’s samurai heritage and traditional beauty. Book now and discover the quiet charm, rich history, and timeless atmosphere of Matsushiro for an unforgettable cultural experience in Nagano.

This 8-hour self-guided tour is perfect for travelers who want to visit the world-famous Snow Monkey Park and the charming town of Obuse at their own pace. Your journey begins at JR Nagano Station, where you'll meet your English-speaking driver. Your driver will take you to Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, where you can witness Japanese macaques soaking in natural hot springs After your visit to the Snow Monkey Park, you may choose 3 to 4 sites to visit from the itinerary/what to expect list to visit. After spending a few hours, your driver will take you back to JR Nagano Station. Experience two of Nagano’s must-see destinations in one convenient day trip! 1: The driver can understand basic English, but communication may be limited. They will use a translation app if needed. Plan your itinerary in advance to ensure a smooth experience. 2: Monkeys don't soak in the hot spring in warm weather. They bathe in winter to prevent from the severe coldness.

Rather than simply visiting attractions, this cultural journey reveals how faith, commerce, scholarship, and art became interconnected in northern Nagano. The tour also explores the relationship between Hokusai and Takai Kozan, the patron who welcomed artists and intellectuals to Obuse during the late Edo period. Visits to the Hokusai Museum, Takai Kozan Memorial Museum, and Ganshoin Temple provide insight into the cultural environment that inspired some of Hokusai’s most remarkable late-life works. Ideal for travelers interested in Japanese history, religion, art, and local culture, this experience offers a meaningful journey through the traditions that shaped northern Nagano. This tour is a tour by public transportation. If you prefer to use a car, please choose car option.

See the unique and captivating snow monkeys and explore cultural highlights on this private tour. Visit top sightseeing spots in Hokushin and the Northern Nagano area. Go to Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, renowned home to the special snow monkeys (admission fee not included). Then, head to Obuse Town, where you’ll visit the Hokusai Katsushika Museum and the optional addition of the Ganshoin Temple.

This tour is a seasonal tour which can be held only in winters. You can have a unique opportunity to enjoy to see monkeys in the hotspring! You can enjoy a short hiking before and after the monkey section. (please wear comfortable shoes.) This tour would be leaded by national licensed guides, so you can ask anything about the local information, as well. *The snow monkey season is from December to mid-March each year; it is still possible to see monkeys in April, but there is no snow. The tour might be changed if the weather condition is not good. Please note that crampons will be attached to your shoes for this tour because you will be walking on snow-covered trails to meet the snow monkeys. Please be aware of this in advance.