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【Nagano Day Tour】Snow Monkey Park Day Tour (Departing from Nagano)
【Nagano Day Tour】Snow Monkey Park Day Tour (Departing from Nagano)
【Nagano Day Tour】Snow Monkey Park Day Tour (Departing from Nagano)
【Nagano Day Tour】Snow Monkey Park Day Tour (Departing from Nagano)
【Nagano Day Tour】Snow Monkey Park Day Tour (Departing from Nagano)

【Nagano Day Tour】Snow Monkey Park Day Tour (Departing from Nagano)

Japan-Koshinetsu , Kanto , Nagano , Tokyo , Shinjuku , Nagano City , Zenkoji Temple
Booking confirmation: within 4 days before the departure
Duration:6 hour(s) 30 min(s)
Guided language: Japanese
Free cancellation 11 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present the e-voucher on-site
  • Join this Nagano Snow Monkey bus day tour. Travel in comfort from Nagano Station to visit Zenko-ji Temple, one of the most famous tourist spots in Nagano Prefecture, and head to the Jigokudani Monkey Park to see the popular snow monkeys soaking in hot springs. Enjoy a warm and delicious Japanese sukiyaki lunch.
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Product Info

－ Highlights－

・Visit the popular snow monkeys in their snow-covered habitat, a rare sight only visible in winter
・Witness the unique spectacle of monkeys bathing in hot springs
・Visit Zenko-ji Temple, the most famous tourist attraction in Nagano Prefecture
・Enjoy a delicious Wagyu sukiyaki lunch at Viande Shinshu Nakano branch


－ Tour Information－

・Meeting Time: 09:15
・Meeting Point: Nagano Station East Exit
・Departure Time: 09:30
・Duration: Approx. 6 hours and 30 minutes
・Return Information: Arrive back at Nagano Station East Exit around 16:00


－ Attraction Introduction－

・Zenko-ji Temple
Zenko-ji is a non-denominational Buddhist temple located in Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, founded in the 3rd year of the Emperor Kogyoku era (644 AD). The Amida Nyorai, Kannon Bodhisattva, and Seishi Bodhisattva enshrined in this ancient Japanese temple are known as the 'Zenko-ji Amida Sanzon' and are designated as Important Cultural Properties of Japan. Originally, the three statues were enshrined at Sako-ji Temple in Iida City, but in 629 AD, the Emperor of Japan requested their relocation to the current site in Nagano City. In addition to the main hall of Zenko-ji, which was designated as National Treasure Building No. 106 by the Japanese government on March 31, 1953 (Showa 28), and many other buildings and statues designated as Important Cultural Properties, the absolute secret Buddha statue enshrined within is also the earliest known spiritual Buddha discovered in Japan. Zenko-ji is the most iconic landmark in Nagano City.

・Jigokudani Monkey Park
Jigokudani Monkey Park is located within the Yokoyu River valley in the Joshin'etsukogen National Park. Surrounded by steep cliffs and forests, the area is known as 'Jigokudani' (Hell Valley) because steam and boiling water emerge from cracks in the ground in this harsh, cold environment. Jigokudani is covered in snow for four months of the year.
Jigokudani Monkey Park is famous for its large population of wild Japanese macaques (also known as snow monkeys) that love to bathe in hot springs. The macaques' habit of bathing in hot springs originated from imitating humans; in the early days, the monkeys would enter human hot spring baths, but for safety and hygiene reasons, the park later built a dedicated hot spring bath for them.


－ Important Notes－

・Children under 3 years old who do not occupy a seat can join for free. If a seat is required, please book according to the child price.
・The accompanying guide will primarily speak Japanese. Language support services will be provided via 'video translation' or 'translation devices'. On the day of departure, a travel itinerary written in the participant's required language (English or Chinese) will be distributed.
・This tour will be joined by local Japanese tourists.
・Please be aware that snow monkeys may not appear due to seasonal factors, weather conditions, or health reasons. No refunds will be provided if the snow monkeys are not seen.
・Snow monkeys are wild animals, and there is no guarantee that they will bathe in the hot springs.

Important Info

Reminders

  • A minimum of 15 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date

  • Travelers with the following conditions or other health issues that could be worsened by excessive stimulation should not participate in this activity: Pregnant women, Asthma, Heart disease, Epilepsy

  • Please wear your seat belt on the bus.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes in advance. The bus will leave on time and no waiting will be allowed.

  • Please note that the scheduled return destination cannot be changed.

  • This trip will be accompanied by a Japanese-speaking tour leader. The translator service will be used for auxiliary communication.

  • The weather is cold, and the itinerary needs to walk about 40 minutes on the snow-covered road to Jigokudani Hot Spring. It is recommended to participate in non-slip shoes and warm clothes for activities.

  • Please abide by the gathering time provided for each itinerary. If you are late, you will not be able to stop or continue to participate in the itinerary, and you will not be able to refund. Please note.

  • Do not feed food to snow monkeys.

  • The contents of the lunch may be changed due to factors such as the ingredients of the day or the season, please be informed.

  • Please understand that the itinerary may be changed or shortened due to traffic conditions or other reasons beyond human control.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 11 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
  • For cancellations made 8 to 10 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
  • For cancellations made 2 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
  • For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply
  • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
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