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Snow Monkey Park Witness wild Japanese macaques soaking in natural hot springs, surrounded by snowy forests. A rare, iconic wildlife experience you won’t find anywhere else. Zenkōji Temple Visit one of Japan’s most sacred temples, open to all. Walk through ancient halls, try the famous underground passage, and feel deep spiritual calm. ⛷️ Hakuba Snow Resort Enjoy world-class skiing and snowboarding in the Japanese Alps with powder snow, stunning views, and runs for all skill level. It is a Special requirement on your desire for extra money. You can book our tour for Multiple days, we will provide you modern vehicles according to persons. You can Customize tour on your desire.
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VIP Snow Monkeys Park Customized Private One Day Tour
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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.
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Nagano Snow Monkey and Obuse Tour: English Speaking Driver Only
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This private and customizable tour for Hakuba is ideal for guests who want their trip tailored to their interests and preferences, ensuring they can explore the city at their own speed. With our personalized approach, guests can delve into Hakuba's charm, discovering its unique sights and experiences curated just for them. Whether it's seeking adventure or embracing serenity, our tour caters to every preference, promising an unforgettable journey through Hakuba's wonders.
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Private Hakuba Customizable Full Day Tour
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This engaging special event tour transports you to Nagano’s hidden samurai town of Matsuhiro for an afternoon of samurai experiences and discovery of the open secret beneath its feet before enjoying an early dinner and guided evening tour of the city’s near-1400 year old Zenko-ji Temple during it’s Tomyo Lantern Festival.
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Naganos Hidden Samurai Town & Tomyo Lantern Festival Tour
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Discover the enchanting village of Togakushi, just outside Nagano City, where ancient traditions meet natural beauty. Explore iconic Shinto shrines and stroll along the majestic cedar avenue as your guide shares the area’s rich myths and legends. Try your hand at making soba noodles, then savor your flavorful creations for lunch. For an exciting twist, step into the secretive world of ninjas at the Togakushi Ninja Museum.
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1-Day Togakushi Tour: Soba making, Ninja Town, and Hidden Shrines
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This tour invites you to step into the quiet elegance of Matsushiro, a samurai town that still preserves the charm of old Japan. Guided by a local expert, you’ll explore temples, shrines, and castle ruins that tell the story of Japan’s artistry and spirit. Each site reveals a different layer of beauty—from the wooden architecture of Zen temples to the stonework of samurai castles. With fewer crowds and a slower pace, this half-day tour offers a serene and authentic journey into Nagano’s cultural heart. Matsushiro is one of Nagano’s best-kept secrets—a place where Japan’s history quietly lingers in the air. Visiting Matsushiro allows you to experience the timeless atmosphere and quiet beauty that make this region truly special. Optional samurai armor dressing experience is also available to enhance your visit.
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Matsushiro Samurai Town Tour from Nagano by Car
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Exploring the Secrets of 10,000 Years of Peaceful Jomon Era In today’s world, we are witnessing frequent international conflicts and wars, threatening peace on a global scale. Additionally, we face global warming, extreme weather, and related food crises, which contribute to a growing sense of insecurity. We believe the Jomon period in Japan holds the key to the peace people seek and the coexistence with nature needed to protect the planet. The Jomon period is unique in world history for having maintained peace for over 10,000 years. In Hara Village, Nagano Prefecture and Yatsugatake, a region where the Jomon culture flourished, many messages left by Jomon people remain. This tour invites you to feel the spirit of peace the Jomon people cultivated, based on the messages they left behind. This special journey will allow you to touch the Jomon spirit and search for clues to a better future. Let’s discover the essence of peace by learning from the past.
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Jomon 2-Day Historical Spirits Tour
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Discover the serene beauty of Kirigamine in Nagano on this private guided tour led by a local English-speaking guide. After meeting in Suwa, enjoy a scenic drive up to the 1,600-meter highlands, where clear days may offer views of Mount Fuji and the Japanese Alps. The tour then continues to Yashima Marsh, a 12,000-year-old National Natural Monument of Japan and the highlight of the experience. Walk at a relaxed pace along flat boardwalk trails surrounded by seasonal flowers and peaceful wetland scenery with a lunch break at a traditional mountain hut during the walk. On the way back down, stop at several favorite local viewpoints for more scenic views before drop-off at the station or local accommodation. - Private English-guided tour - Scenic drive through Kirigamine (1,600m) - Visit Yashima Marsh, a National Natural Monument - Relaxed walk on flat boardwalk trails - Lunch break at a traditional mountain hut - Extra scenic stops - Drop-off at station or accommodation
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Private Guided Kirigamine Tour in Nagano: Marsh Walk & Lunch
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Embark on an exclusive 8-hour journey through the scenic heritage and artisanal soul of the Japanese Alps. Relax in the ultimate comfort of a high-end luxury van as you travel seamlessly between the historic streets of Matsumoto and the tranquil landscapes of Azumino. This immersive tour offers a perfect balance of architectural history and hands-on artistry. Explore two National Treasures—the majestic Matsumoto Castle and the historic Former Kaichi School—before savoring a fresh lunch at Japan’s largest wasabi farm. The highlight of your afternoon is a personalized craft session where you can choose between traditional wooden chopstick making or professional glassblowing at The Art Studio 8. Follow this with a visit to either the Rokuzan Art Museum or the Chihiro Art Museum, based on your preference. Designed for discerning travelers, this private experience ensures a deep, mindful connection to local craftsmanship and the timeless beauty of Nagano’s alpine region.
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Private Matsumoto Castle and Azumino Craft Immersive Culture Tour
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Experience the ultimate ski adventure in Nagano with a private, customizable day tour. Home to over 80 world-class ski resorts, including Shiga Kogen, Nozawa Onsen, and Hakuba, Nagano is Japan’s premier destination for skiing and snowboarding. This private tour allows you to choose your own ski resort, while we handle everything from transportation to equipment, lift passes, and optional lessons, making it a stress-free experience for beginners and advanced skiers alike.
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Private 1 Day Ski Tour from Nagano Station
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Step into a true samurai town—and finish with seasonal fruit picking—on this relaxed small-group day tour from Nagano. Your day centers on Matsushiro Samurai Town, one of Nagano’s best-preserved former castle districts. Walk through calm Edo-period streets and explore key sites tied to the legendary Sanada clan, including the castle ruins, the Sanada Treasure Museum, a samurai residence, and the Bunbu School where warriors trained in both studies and martial discipline. With an English-speaking guide, Matsushiro’s history comes alive. Then head to the countryside for seasonal fruit picking in Chikuma (included)—a fun local highlight that changes with the time of year. Along the way, stop at Oyaki Farm Matsushiro for terrace views and factory viewing; freshly made oyaki are available to purchase (optional). This tour is smooth and well-paced, returning to Nagano Station by mid-afternoon—ideal if you want a full experience without a late finish.
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Matsushiro Samurai Town & Fruit Picking Day Tour from Nagano
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Shiojiri is one of Japan’s leading wine regions, defined by its mountain terrain, cool climate, and a distinctive terroir that nurtures wines of world-class quality. Through the dedication of its winemakers and the community’s growing culture of learning and appreciation, “Shiojiri Wine” has become a source of local pride. This experience invites you to discover the past and future of Shiojiri wine through vineyard tastings, conversations with winemakers, limited-release bottles, and refined food pairings—an immersive journey for all five senses.
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Mountains Craft Wines with Purpose Shiojiri
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Step into a hidden sanctuary. Enter private forests closed to the public to witness the authentic spirit of Japanese forestry through your own five senses. Forest Walk & Professional Demo: Journey with a local lumberjack to hear the “story of the forest.” See the ecosystem’s breath and witness a powerful professional tree-felling demonstration. Forest Artwork: Gather seasonal treasures like fallen leaves and nuts to create a one-of-a-kind piece of art in the tranquil woods. Optional Add-ons: Tree Felling Exp. / Tree Climbing / Woodworking [Important Note on Duration] As this is a private, tailored experience, please select the duration that matches your desired number of workshops to ensure a safe and deep immersion: - 4 Hours: Includes the core Forest Walk, Demo, and Artwork workshop. - 6 Hours: Standard activities plus 1 Add-on (e.g., trying your hand at tree felling). - 8 Hours: Standard activities plus 2 Add-ons for a full day of mountain mastery.
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Nagano Omachi Forest Immersion and Artisan Lumberjack Tour
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Join us on a journey unlike any other with our exclusive private tour of Azumino (Matsumoto), led by an experienced local guide deeply knowledgeable in the area's culture and history. We will delve into Azumino's rich religious heritage. From ancient shrines to sacred temples, each site holds secrets waiting to be discovered. This tour will also allow you to enjoy the picturesque view of Azumino with lush forests to mountainscapes. We will take you to the different locations by car, allowing you to visit places that would take a long time to reach on foot, and customize the tour to meet your areas of interest. The tour is accompanied by an interpreter.
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Private Guided Half Day Tour Visit in Nagano
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Explore Suwa-Taisha shrine, considered one of the oldest shrines in the country, and Buppou-syoryuji Temple with a guide to discover the world of natural faith. Experience the essence of natural faith up close through a special "dedication performance of Osuwa Daiko" at Buppou-syoryuji Temple. Engage in an exchange with Mr. YAMAMOTO Makoto, the guardian of Osuwa Daiko, who played a pivotal role in shaping today's Japanese drumming culture, and hear about his passion for the drums. *Please note that masks are required during the experience to prevent infection.
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Private Osuwa Daiko Performance Tour for Suwa Spiritual Essence
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Guests will journey deep into the hidden region of Nagano known as Akiyamago, a remote mountain valley rich in natural beauty and cultural heritage. Here, they’ll soak in one of the wildest open-air hot springs in Nagano, where the healing waters bubble up directly from the riverbed — a rare and unforgettable experience. Important Note: The outdoor hot spring may be unavailable during bad weather if the river overflows. In that case, we’ll visit a local indoor onsen instead. The tour also includes a taste of tradition with a hearty bear meat hot pot lunch, called "Kumanabe", a local specialty passed down through generations. On the way back to Iiyama Station, we’ll stop by a local sake brewery, where guests can enjoy tasting some of Nagano’s finest rice wine. Akiyamago is usually closed off in winter due to extreme snowfall that even surpasses ski resorts, but we operate guided car tours to this remote area.
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A Secret Wild Outdoor Bath Rotenburo experience from NAGANO
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Discover the cultural and culinary highlights of Nagano on this private full-day tour by car. Visit the sacred Togakushi Shrine area in the mountains north of Nagano, where you can walk along the famous cedar tree avenue leading to Okusha Shrine. The peaceful forest path lined with towering cedar trees is one of the most impressive natural landscapes in the region. This tour also includes hands-on local food experiences. Try making Togakushi soba, one of Nagano’s most famous regional dishes, and learn how to prepare oyaki, a traditional dumpling filled with vegetables and local ingredients. To complete the day, visit Zenkoji Temple, one of the most important Buddhist temples in Japan with over 1,400 years of history. Traveling by private car allows you to explore comfortably while enjoying Nagano’s beautiful mountain scenery. This tour offers a balanced experience of spirituality, nature, and local food culture.
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Nagano Private Car Tour with Togakushi Soba Making Experience
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Kamakura are traditional igloo-like houses that are built in the snowy regions of Japan. From the last week of January through the end of February, the rural town of Iiyama hosts “The Kamakura Village”, which has become one of the most spectacular snow festivals in Nagano. This tour includes a visit to this Kamakura festival site, combined with a morning of fun simple snow activities in the area that everyone can enjoy. Including lunch and led by a locally-based, English-speaking guide, this tour is perfect for those who wish for an authentic Japanese winter experience!
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1 Day Tour Traditional Igloo Kamakura Festival and Snow Fun
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Explore Japan’s first UNESCO Biosphere Park with its hidden emerald lake, and a 1,300-year-old Ghibli-inspired hot spring town. With a private car and guide, avoid crowds and receive photo memories. A Unique Experience of Nature and Culture Deep within the forests of Shiga Kogen — a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve — lies a shimmering emerald lake, a true hidden gem known only to locals. Unlike crowded tourist spots, here you can enjoy the scenery and seasonal wildlife in peace, from playful macaques to elusive stoats or even a Japanese serow. After this tranquil nature walk, step into a nostalgic hot spring town where cobblestone alleys, lantern-lit paths, and wooden inns evoke the charm of a Studio Ghibli film. Each moment is captured with a dedicated camera and gifted back to you as lasting memories.
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Nagano Shiga Kogen UNESCO Blue Lake and Ghibli Onsen Town
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Home to some of Japan’s highest mountains and most stunning alpine vistas, Central Japan is a region which will impress the traveler with the breadth of activities it has to offer. From historical sites, to unique culture, to world-class nature, there is something for everyone. On this private tour, guests will be able to visit the over 400 year old Matsumoto Castle, followed by a trip high into the Japanese Alps to enjoy a hike in the fresh mountain air of Kamikochi, a secluded valley that is considered the gem of the Chubu-Sangaku National Park. Guests on this tour are free to mix and match their starting and end points from the following locations: Nagano City or Matsumoto City. For example, you may start at Nagano City and end in Matsumoto City, or start in Matsumoto City and end in Nagano City, or start and end in the same city. For this reason, this tour is ideal for customers looking to travel through Central Japan while visiting its key sites.
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[From Nagano] Private 1-day Kamikochi & Matsumoto Tour
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Explore “Old Japan” on a relaxed day trip to Narai-juku (a beautifully preserved Nakasendo post town) and a hands-on wasabi grating lunch at Daio Wasabi Farm. Enjoy a guided walk plus free time in Narai-juku—browse small shops, try local snacks, and take photos at your own pace. Then grate fresh wasabi for lunch and take a short stroll along the clear-water canals and iconic waterwheels. Not a rushed checklist tour—we keep the pace calm so you can truly enjoy the town and taste what real freshly grated wasabi is like. Main option: Matsumoto Start (9:45 AM) → return to Matsumoto Station, with an optional Matsumoto Castle drop-off (entry ticket not included; tour ends at the drop-off). Also available: Nagano Start (8:45 AM) → return to Nagano Station (no castle option). -Narai-juku guided walk + free time (about 2 hours) -Daio Wasabi Farm: wasabi grating lunch + stroll (about 1.5 hours) -Small premium group tour with an English-speaking local guide
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Narai-juku & Wasabi Grating Lunch: Nakasendo Meets Real Flavor
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Discover the enchanting Togakushi region during a private winter tour that blends outdoor fun with cultural exploration. Begin your day at the Togakushi Ski Resort, where you can enjoy family-friendly snow activities or take on the slopes for skiing or snowboarding (optional; guest's own expense). Later, venture into the serene cedar-lined trails, visiting the sacred Togakushi Chusha Shrine. This tour allows for pickup at any hotel in Nagano, making it ideal for families and adventure seekers alike. Get ready for a day filled with snow, tradition, and breathtaking views of the Japanese Alps. - Enjoy snow activities or skiing (optional; guest's own expense) at Togakushi Ski Resort - Visit the famous cedar tree pilgrimage trail and Togakushi Chusha Shrine - Private vehicle transport with flexible pick-up/drop-off from major locations in Nagano - Guided tour in English or Chinese, tailored to your group’s interests
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Private Winter Togakushi Tour with Snow Play
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Discover the serene countryside of northern Nagano on this private full-day tour, blending wildlife encounters, art, and culinary experiences. Start with a visit to Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park to see the famous snow monkeys bathing in hot springs. Next, wander through the historic town of Obuse, known for its Edo-period charm and the Hokusai Museum. Conclude your day at a local miso brewery, where you'll delve into Nagano's fermented food culture with a guided tasting experience. This tailored tour promises an authentic taste of Japanese culture, ideal for nature lovers and food enthusiasts alike. - Private pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Nagano - Visit Jigokudani to see snow monkeys in their natural habitat - Explore the charming streets of Obuse and visit art galleries - Enjoy a tasting session at a local miso brewery, sampling various miso types
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Snow Monkeys and Obuse Private Sake and Miso Brewery Experience
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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.
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Snow Monkey and Obuse from Nagano
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