[長野] Jigokudani Snow Monkey and Togakushi Shrine Private Tour

• ❑ Overview
• This full-day tour takes you to two of Nagano’s most iconic and contrasting sites — the wild snow monkeys of Jigokudani and the sacred cedar forest of Togakushi Shrine.
• Public transportation makes this route nearly impossible to complete in one day due to seasonal road closures, limited access, and multiple transfers.
• With a private vehicle and English-speaking guide, you can travel smoothly, avoid stress, and make the most of your time.
• ❑ Highlights
• Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
• Start your morning with a visit to the famous park where wild monkeys bathe in hot springs — a truly rare and unforgettable sight.
• Togakushi Shrine (Okusha)
• In the afternoon, walk the majestic cedar-lined path to Togakushi’s inner shrine. The 30–40 minute trail offers a peaceful setting to connect with Japanese mythology and nature worship.

Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, located in the mountains of Nagano, is famous for its wild Japanese macaques, commonly known as snow monkeys. These monkeys are known for their unique behavior of soaking in natural hot springs during the cold winter months, providing visitors with a rare opportunity to observe wildlife up close in their natural habitat. Experience: Visitors can enjoy a scenic hike through the forest to reach the park and witness the snow monkeys relaxing in the hot springs. It's a chance to see these animals up close and observe their interactions in a stunning natural setting. *At Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, visitors enjoy a 30-40-minute scenic walk through the forest to reach the viewing area. *An admission fee is required: Adults: 800 yen, Children: 400 yen. (Children under 6 years old are free of charge.)