9 Best Full-Day Onsen and Hot Spring Visits in the Japan Alps
Pair the soak with something else on a longer day: Zenko-ji and the snow monkeys from Nagano, or Gujo Hachiman and a farm park from Nagoya. If you have tattoos, ask before you go, since some public baths still turn them away.
Discover the magic of Nagano on a full-day private tour. Immerse yourself in Zenkoji Temple, explore Obuse, and meet adorable snow monkeys at Jigokudani Monkey Park.
Most Popular★ 5.0“We had a wonderful day with Hori! He was very knowledgeable about Nagano and we saw some beautiful landmarks. Our favorite was the snow monkey park!”
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71 reviewsFrom $337.61by Japan Awaits
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Trade Nagoya’s city streets for snow play, animal encounters, and a restorative hot spring at Bokka no Sato in Gifu.
★ 4.7“A very nice trip, had a lot of fun! Very fulfilling ~ The meeting point could be changed, the snow sled rental time is relatively short, I hope to join other trips next time.”
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67 reviewsFrom $82.55
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Fascinated by the prospect of witnessing snow monkeys, exploring a historic temple, and savoring local sake, visitors will find the 1-Day Winter Tour from Nozawa Onsen an unforgettable experience.
★ 5.0“It’s been a wonderful trip, schedule and bus ride was arranged perfectly. Tour guide was being caring and gave very thorough intro of each sites.”
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32 reviewsFrom $150.89by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
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See snowy Bokka no Sato, stroll Gujo Hachiman and unwind at a hot spring on this family-friendly day trip from Nagoya.
★ 4.6“Director Halen is professional, humorous, friendly, and attentive. The day trip was very fulfilling and enjoyable, and the children were also very satisfied and happy.”
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14 reviewsFrom $94.59
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See Zenko-ji, Iiyama’s winter snow huts, Nozawa Onsen and a Shinshu miso brewery on a guided day trip from Nagano.
★ 4.6“Xiao Hou is great, giving detailed introductions to the attractions. He also recommended many other attractions and delicious food in Nagano, and introduced some Japanese culture as well. Thank you for showing us around for the day.”
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14 reviewsFrom $132.45
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Discover Nagano's highlights with this full-day tour from Nozawa Onsen, including snow monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple, sake tasting, and authentic local cuisine.
★ 4.9“Lin is an excellent guide! Knowledgeable in the variety of subjects throughout the tour, speaks at least 3 languages, and educates the clients with her gentle demeanor and engaging personality. She is a real gem, and it was a pleasure to spend the day with…”
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13 reviews10 hoursFrom $135by Machinovate Japan Ltd.
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Ride the Kurobe Gorge trolley, explore Unazuki Onsen and its foot baths, and travel from Kanazawa with an English-speaking guide.
★ 4.7“when booked I expected 3 trains total. the transportation was changed to bus and one train. being a train lover and for the cost I was a little disappointed. that was over shadowed by how wonderful the tour was, the guide, driver, and the experience…”
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6 reviewsFrom $176.59
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Discover the charm of Gero Onsen on this seamless day tour from Takayama, blending scenic views, cultural insights, and relaxing hot springs—all in one memorable day.
★ 5.0“Super organizacja, bardzo sympatyczni I elastyczni przewodnicy. dużo przekazane wiedzy i informacji. kąpiel w onsenie super przyjemna.”
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5 reviews1 dayFrom $150by Machinovate Japan Ltd.
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Journey into the tranquil world of Gero Onsen on this 1-day tour from Takayama, where traditional wellness meets modern relaxation - but the surprises are yet to be revealed.
★ 5.0“Great day trip from Takayama for couples and the onsen was divine. Hemi was a great tour host and also helped us with finding places to eat/things to do in Takayama for the rest of our stay. Highly recommend!”
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3 reviewsFrom $165.83by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
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