Snow Monkey Park & Togakushi Shrine Private Day Tour from Nagano
- 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.
Good to know
Bring comfortable walking shoes. The trail to Togakushi’s inner shrine is a 30–40 minute forest walk along an ancient cedar-lined path — scenic but sometimes slippery.
Visit early to avoid crowds. Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park gets busier after 11 AM. With a flexible private tour, you can arrive early for a quieter experience.
Try Togakushi soba for lunch. This area is famous for handmade soba noodles — enjoy them at a traditional restaurant near the shrine.
Look for the hidden “giant tree spirits.” Along the trail, some massive 400-year-old cedars have mystical shapes — locals call them “Kodama” trees.
Ask your guide about ninja history. Togakushi was once a ninja training ground — your guide can show you hidden connections to this secretive past