Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park & Miso Brewery Tour from Tokyo
Day Trip by Shinkansen | English Guided | Sustainable Tourism
Tour Highlights
This full-day tour includes round-trip Shinkansen transportation from Tokyo and guidance by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter from Nagano Station.
Visit Jigokudani Monkey Park to observe Japanese macaques (snow monkeys) in their natural habitat and enjoy a guided tour of a traditional miso brewery with tastings.
Lunch is enjoyed independently in Obuse, a historic town famous for chestnuts and selected as one of the 2023 Green Destinations Top 100 Stories.
Sustainable Tourism Initiatives
This tour promotes eco-friendly travel, cross-cultural understanding, and social contribution under Shigeta Travels’ Sustainable Tourism Policy.
Tour fees include environmental contribution initiatives supporting forest conservation and global warming countermeasures.
Learn more about sustainable tourism initiatives upon request.
Tour Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Required to Run Tour | 2 guests |
| Required per Booking | 1 guest |
| Departure City | Tokyo |
| Meeting Time & Place | Tokyo Station or Ueno Station / 07:20 |
| Guide Service | English (from Nagano Station) |
| Included |
Round-trip Shinkansen ticket National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter fee Transportation & admission fees Jigokudani Monkey Park admission |
| Not Included | Lunch |
Operation & Booking Conditions
- Tour may be canceled if minimum participants (2) are not met 4 days prior.
- Reservation deadline: 7 days before tour date.
- This tour is for international visitors only.
- The displayed itinerary is final.
Itinerary & Safety Notes
- Approx. 50 minutes of walking each way (hard walking tour).
- Located at 850m altitude; dress warmly, especially in winter.
- Winter paths may be icy; non-slip footwear is required.
- Monkeys are wild animals; touching or feeding is prohibited.
- No refunds if snow monkeys are not seen.
Shinkansen Ticket Pick-Up
Tickets and final itinerary will be provided in advance according to booking instructions. Designated Shinkansen cannot be changed.
Transportation
Depending on group size, transportation may be by minibus, van, sedan, or taxi.
Meals
Lunch is not included. Free time is provided in Obuse for dining independently.
Children & Accessibility
This tour is not recommended for participants with walking difficulties or small children.
Planning Company
Shigeta Travels
Japan-based Travel Management Company
Inbound & Customized Japan Tours
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