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Nagano Jigokudani Monkey Park, Togakushi Shrine, Zenkoji Temple & Sake Culture Experience Day Tour (Departing from Nagano)
Tours • From Nagano

Nagano Jigokudani Monkey Park, Togakushi Shrine, Zenkoji Temple & Sake Culture Experience Day Tour (Departing from Nagano)

English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(87) • 1K+ booked
₫ 2,413,964
Sale 30% off
Snow Monkey Tour from Tokyo with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch
Tours • From Tokyo

Snow Monkey Tour from Tokyo with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.7 / 5
(552) • 9K+ booked
₫ 2,887,561
Sale 20% off
Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano day tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Nagano

Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano day tour

Book now for tomorrow
English guided
Free cancellation
4.9 / 5
(263) • 3K+ booked
From
₫ 3,579,892
Nagano Winter Private Tour with a local guide (from November to May)
Tours • From Myoko, Matsumoto, Shimotakai, Nagano, Kitaadumi

Nagano Winter Private Tour with a local guide (from November to May)

Private tour
English guided
Private group
5.0 / 5
(27) • 500+ booked
₫ 3,489,574
Winter Nagano Day Trip | Zenko-ji Temple & Iiyama Snow Hut & Nozawa Onsen Village (Departing from Nagano)
Tours • From Nagano

Winter Nagano Day Trip | Zenko-ji Temple & Iiyama Snow Hut & Nozawa Onsen Village (Departing from Nagano)

English guided
Free cancellation
4.6 / 5
(14) • 200+ booked
₫ 3,448,520
Sale 50% off
Nagano Snow Monkey Park Small Group Tour
Tours • From Nagano

Nagano Snow Monkey Park Small Group Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
New Activity
From
₫ 1,642,152
Nagano Snow Monkey Park Full-Day Private Guided Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Tokyo

Nagano Snow Monkey Park Full-Day Private Guided Tour

Book now for tomorrow
English guided
Free cancellation
4.9 / 5
(9)
₫ 10,263,452
Snow Monkey Park & Togakushi Shrine Private Day Tour from Nagano
Tours • From Nagano, Myoko, Joetsu, Kitaadumi, Shimotakai

Snow Monkey Park & Togakushi Shrine Private Day Tour from Nagano

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
50+ booked
₫ 4,598,026
Nagano Snow Monkey Park & Shibu Onsen Cultural Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Shimotakai

Nagano Snow Monkey Park & Shibu Onsen Cultural Tour

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English guided
Afternoon departure
4.9 / 5
(46) • 600+ booked
₫ 1,625,731
Nagano Snow Monkey & Shibu Onsen 1-Day Tour (with Soba Lunch)
Klook's choice
Tours • From Nagano, Shimotakai, Iiyama

Nagano Snow Monkey & Shibu Onsen 1-Day Tour (with Soba Lunch)

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
₫ 1,970,583
Sale 40% off
Nozawa | Togari Ski Resort Chinese and English ski instructor
Outdoor & sports activities • Shimotakai

Nozawa | Togari Ski Resort Chinese and English ski instructor

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.8 / 5
(6) • 50+ booked
From
₫ 7,851,541
Sale 15% off
Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route: Private Tour to World's Edge
Tours • From Nagano, Matsumoto, Kamiminotchi County, Shimotakai

Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route: Private Tour to World's Edge

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
₫ 5,911,748
Ski Lessons in Nozawa Onsen
Outdoor & sports activities • Shimotakai

Ski Lessons in Nozawa Onsen

English guided
Morning departure
3-5 hrs
5.0 / 5
(3)
₫ 12,316,142
Snow Monkey and Shiga Kogen Roman Museum Trip with Lunch Buffet
Tours • From Tokyo

Snow Monkey and Shiga Kogen Roman Museum Trip with Lunch Buffet

English guided
Free cancellation
4.7 / 5
(54) • 800+ booked
₫ 3,267,883
Shiga-Kogen Private Ski & Snowboard Lesson
Outdoor & sports activities • Shimotakai

Shiga-Kogen Private Ski & Snowboard Lesson

Morning departure
5-7 hrs
Free cancellation
New Activity
From
₫ 5,911,748
Nagano Jigokudani Monkey Park & Zenko-ji Temple Day Tour with Local Lunch
Tours • From Tokyo

Nagano Jigokudani Monkey Park & Zenko-ji Temple Day Tour with Local Lunch

English guided
Free cancellation
₫ 3,079,036
Rhythm Hakuba Ski/Snowboard Gear & Wear Rental
Outdoor & sports activities • From Kitaadumi, Azumino, Chiisagata County, Chikuma, Chino

Rhythm Hakuba Ski/Snowboard Gear & Wear Rental

English guided
Morning departure
7+ hrs
₫ 2,527,272
Tokyo Jigokudani Monkey Park & Zenko-ji Full-Day Tour with Japanese Lunch
Tours • From Tokyo

Tokyo Jigokudani Monkey Park & Zenko-ji Full-Day Tour with Japanese Lunch

English guided
Free cancellation
₫ 3,284,305
Shiga Kogen Ryuo Ski Resort Chinese and English Private Ski Lessons
Outdoor & sports activities • From Shimotakai

Shiga Kogen Ryuo Ski Resort Chinese and English Private Ski Lessons

English guided
Free cancellation
5.0 / 5
(3)
From
₫ 9,031,838
Private Charter Service to Snow Monkey Park
Tours • From Nagano

Private Charter Service to Snow Monkey Park

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
₫ 11,068,107
Nagano Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park Full-Day Customizable Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Tokyo

Nagano Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park Full-Day Customizable Tour

Book now for tomorrow
English guided
Free cancellation
3.6 / 5
(8)
₫ 12,316,142
Shiga Kogen Ski & Snowboard Lesson
Outdoor & sports activities • From Nagano

Shiga Kogen Ski & Snowboard Lesson

English guided
5-7 hrs
Private group
3.5 / 5
(6)
₫ 9,852,914
Nagano Jigokudani Monkey Park & Zenkoji Temple Day Tour
Tours • From Tokyo, Nagano

Nagano Jigokudani Monkey Park & Zenkoji Temple Day Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
₫ 3,284,305

Reviews of Shimotakai activities

Alpha *******************
2026-04-21 04:18:38
Fantastic 5.0
totally worth the effort to see the Snow Monkey (Japanese Macaques) at Jihokudani Monkey Park, Nagano. These macaques (happily bathing at steaming onsen) dont mind the presence of humans around them. But be ready to walk the ascending unpaved trail (approx 1.2km to 1.5km, one way). Also The visit to Tokagushi Shrine gives us a feeling of serenity with very high/old cedar trees lining both sides of the trail.
Katy *
2026-07-05 23:35:36
Fantastic 5.0
This is a great way to see Nagano and the snow monkeys. The tour is often self directed as you get brought to a place, told a little about the history and architecture, and get the rest of the time to wander. My tour guide seemed a little nervous but he did a great job. Definitely worth my money.
Klook User
2026-04-06 22:08:24
Fantastic 5.0
the guide was great. the sukiyaki resturant was amazing and we had a great time seeing all the monkeys!
John **********
2026-05-28 13:44:31
Fantastic 5.0
We had a brilliant time on the tour. Taketo was a fantastic tour guide who was knowledgeable, engaging and spoke great English. He really made the day for us. The monkey park and vineyard were highlights of the day although all the locations we visited were stunning. I would absolutely recommend this tour to any other visitors!
Klook User
2026-06-18 04:26:35
Fantastic 5.0
It was a long drive, but totally worth it to see the snow monkeys. Our driver Atif was very accommodating. Overall it was an excellent experience. Just know that you're in for about 8hrs in the car and 2-3hrs of activity.
Yeow ********
2026-06-29 14:54:11
Great 4.0
Our guide Shinji is a friendly and professional operator. His knowledge of Shibu Onsen town was particularly impressive. His local knowledge gave us a good insights into the daily lives of people in Onsen town.

Shimotakai at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Shimotakai?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
+200%
+100%
Typical
-100%
+71%
Jan
+65%
Feb
-47%
Mar
-76%
Apr
-76%
Jun
-88% Quietest
Jul
-76%
Aug
-53%
Sep
-18%
Oct
+24%
Nov
Busiest +130%
Dec

Bookings for Shimotakai County spike in December, roughly 130% above a typical month, while July is the quietest, about 88% below a typical month; travellers from Singapore should expect heavier demand in December and book popular experiences earlier. Based on Klook historical booking data.

How much do Shimotakai activities cost?

Plan your budget for these activities

Typical range Typical price
Tours
$118 $141 $130
Outdoor & sports activities
$70 $287 $107
Cable cars
$16 $16 $16
$0 $100 $200

Cable cars are the easiest way in, typically around USD 16 per person, while Outdoor & sports activities show the widest price range — about USD 217 between cheapest and priciest options — so there’s more choice and variance in that category. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

3 daysLast-minute
10 daysTypical
23 daysEarly

Travellers typically book around 10 days ahead, suggesting reasonable flexibility; during December peak demand it’s wise for travellers from Singapore to plan a little earlier than that. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

What to know before visiting Shimotakai

What to expect from Shimotakai County’s attractions

Shimotakai County is best known for its guided tours, which account for the largest share of bookings, followed by outdoor and sports activities; cable cars appear but are niche. Demand climbs and falls through the year, peaking in December and dipping around July, so the busiest season concentrates activity into late-year months.

Picks by traveller type: families, couples, solo explorers

Families often lean to outdoor and sports activities that offer space and variety, while shorter cable-car experiences can suit younger visitors or those after an easy scenic stop. Couples tend to favour the region’s tours for curated experiences and local storytelling. Solo travellers and small groups will find the widest choice in outdoor and sports activities, which offer the broadest range of difficulty and price points.

What travellers from Singapore typically book ahead

Most travellers from Singapore book a bit in advance here: typical bookings land around ten days ahead, while the earliest planners secure things roughly three weeks out. Booking ahead matters most in the peak month of December, when demand is far higher than the rest of the year.

How the categories compare on price and who they suit

Cable cars are the easiest and cheapest way in, offering straightforward, low‑priced experiences. Tours sit at the higher end of the local market and appeal if you want guided, curated visits. Outdoor and sports activities span the widest price range, so they suit everyone from budget-minded visitors to those after premium adventures depending on the activity chosen.

FAQs about Shimotakai

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Which activities are the cheapest, and which are the most expensive in Shimotakai County?

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