From Tokyo: Jigokudani Monkey Park Day Trip with Local Lunch and Entrance Ticket

English, Spanish, French, Italian +16Nagano, Japan

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Escape the energy of Tokyo and venture into the breathtaking mountains of Nagano on a journey to the world-famous Jigokudani Monkey Park. Get up close to Japan’s iconic snow monkeys as they roam freely through the forest and soak in natural hot springs, creating one of the country’s most unique and photogenic wildlife experiences.

Surrounded by stunning seasonal landscapes from snow-covered winter scenery to vibrant autumn colors—this tour offers incredible photo opportunities at every turn. Enjoy a delicious local beef sukiyaki lunch featuring regional flavors and experience the charm of rural Japan beyond the city.

Travel comfortably from Shinjuku as you leave behind the city and head into peaceful mountain scenery, with a short rest stop along the way to relax and refresh before reaching Nagano. The journey itself is part of the experience, offering views of changing landscapes from urban streets to quiet countryside and forested hills.

At the park, walk through a beautiful forest trail and observe wild monkeys behaving naturally in their habitat. You may see them grooming each other, playing near the river, or relaxing in warm hot springs, especially during the colder months. This rare close-up wildlife encounter is both peaceful and fascinating, making it a highlight for visitors of all ages.

Lunch is served at Shinshu Fruitsland, where you can enjoy a beef sukiyaki meal made with fresh local ingredients. The meal reflects the rich food culture of Nagano and provides a warm and satisfying break during your adventure. Seasonal fruits and regional specialties add to the authentic countryside dining experience.

The tour is carefully designed to balance sightseeing, relaxation, and cultural immersion, ensuring you have enough time to enjoy each stop without feeling rushed. With well-planned transportation and smooth travel connections, you can simply sit back and enjoy the scenery while everything is taken care of for you.

Whether you're a nature lover, wildlife enthusiast, or first-time visitor to Japan, this day trip combines spectacular scenery, fascinating wildlife, and authentic local culture into a truly memorable experience. From the excitement of seeing snow monkeys up close to the peaceful beauty of Nagano’s mountains, every moment offers something special.

All-inclusive day trip covers round-trip bus, park entry, local lunch, and expert English-speaking guide service.
See wild snow monkeys up close as they soak in natural hot springs at Jigokudani Monkey Park.
Savor a Japanese style hot pot lunch "Beef Sukiyaki" featuring regional specialties at Shinshu Fruit Land, with vegetarian and gluten-free or other options.
Travel in comfort with an air-conditioned, Free-WiFi equipped bus and multilingual audio guidance available.
Discover Nagano’s scenic mountain landscapes and peaceful countryside along the journey.

Included

Pick up from LOVE Shinjuku (7:20am)
Local lunch featuring regional specialties (vegetarian and gluten-free options available upon request)
Professional English-speaking tour guide
Multilingual audio guidance (English, French, Italian, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Ukrainian)
Air-conditioned vehicles with WiFi service on the bus
Jigokudani Monkey Park entrance fee

Not included

Gratuity (not obligatory)
Hotel pick up and drop-off service

Meeting and pickup

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• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

• Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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Meeting
6845 Hirao, Yamanouchi, Shimotakai District, Nagano, Nagano
6845 Hirao, Yamanouchi, Shimotakai District, Nagano, Nagano, NAGANO, 381-0401, Japan
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Good to know

The meeting point is the 'LOVE' statue in front of 'i-Land tower' in Shinjuku; check-in is at 7:20 am and departure is at 7:30 am sharp.
If you are late for the tour start time, you cannot join the tour mid-way.
The itinerary order and lunch/restaurant may change due to operational reasons.
No extra drop-off service is provided; the tour ends at Shinjuku.
You are responsible for handling your own luggage loading and unloading, including wheelchairs and strollers.
Vegetarian and gluten-free lunch options are available if requested at the time of booking.