Nagano Snow Monkey 1 Day Tour with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch from Tokyo

About this experience

Leave Tokyo for a day and head north to Nagano Prefecture! The departure from the Shinjuku area (LOVE OBJECT) is scheduled for 08:00. Please ensure you are gathered within 07:45. Please note that the bus journey to Jigoku Valley takes up to three and a half hours, with two to three stops at service areas en route. Upon arrival, enjoy a delicious Japanese-style set meal of beef sukiyaki for lunch! Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to see the famous monkeys of Jigoku Valley! They are accustomed to human presence, so you will be able to take some incredible photos. However, remember that touching, staring directly at them or feeding them is prohibited in order to ensure their safety and well-being. If you travel between late January and late February , your tour will also include a visit to the magical Kamakura snow huts. We are scheduled to arrive back in Tokyo's Shinjuku district at around 8 pm (9 pm during the period when we will stop by the Kamakura snow huts).

Itinerary

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1. Stop 1

   Duration: 15 min

   7:45am Meet with your tour guide at Shinjuku LOVE: 6 Chome-5-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023 Note: ①How to get there: If you come from JR Shinjuku Station: walk from the West Exit (about 10 min) If you use the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line Nishi-Shinjuku Station: 2 minutes from exit E7 ②How to find the tour guide: Tour guide will hold the HIS logo blue flag or HIS logo meeting board at the meeting point.

2. Stop 2

   Duration: 60 min

   11:30 am Lunch :Delight in a sumptuous beef sukiyaki lunch at Shinshu Fruit Land, where you can also shop for local delicacies and souvenirs.

3. Stop 3

   Duration: 120 min

   13:30 See the famous snow monkeys bathing in thermal water! (It takes more than 30 mins by walking from the Parking Area to Jigokudani Yaen-koen）

4. Stop 4

   Duration: 30 min

   16:00 Behold the Kamakura snow huts!（ only for late January to late February ）

What's included

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• Guided commentary during the ride to Jigokudani
• The lunch will be "Beef Sukiyaki". Beef can be changed to pork, and also vegetarian (w/ egg and dairy) or vegan (100% plant-based) options are available. Please, let us know about this when booking.
• English guide

What's not included

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• You will be able to purchase snacks at the service area during the return journey, but please note that this is not included in the tour cost. In the event of heavy traffic, the time may be limited.
• Crampons (optional, sold onboard the bus)

Additional information

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• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• As it is stipulated by the law of Japan, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.
• Please make sure to arrive at the meeting point on time. After the scheduled departure time, the tour will depart at the discretion of our staff, and latecomers will not be allowed to join the tour midway. Please note that no refunds will be issued if you arrive late.
• Scheduled times and contents are subject to change depending on road conditions.
• Please note that the monkeys of Jigoku Valley are wild animals and might not be present when we visit the Jikoku valley. Do not engage with the monkeys and do not stare them in the eye as they might become violent.
• Please note that the monkeys do not spend the majority of their time in the water.
• Please note that the lunch described above might have a different menu according to provisions.
• Please note that the Kamakura no Sato Festival is only open between Jan 22nd to Feb 28th in 2027
• Please note that it will takes more than 30 mins by walking from the Parking Area to Jigokudani Yaen-koen
• Please come prepared with non-slip shoes; crampons will be also sold onboard, upon availability
• Please note that from mid-March, monkeys may not enter the hot springs depending on the weather on that day. Even in late March, on days when it snows you are more likely to see monkeys.

Cancellation policy

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.