Zenko-ji in Nagano is the big one, a temple open to followers of every Buddhist sect for well over a thousand years, and beneath its main hall a pitch-black passage hides the key to paradise, found by touch. Togakushi’s shrines up in the cedar forest are the quiet counterpart.
Uncover the enchanting world of Nagano with our 1-Day Snow Monkeys tour. From Zenko-ji Temple to Sake tasting, embrace the beauty and tranquility in one unforgettable experience.
Most Popular★ 5.0“Outstanding full day in and outside of Nagano led by an excellent guide. Tour of a beautiful temple and small town with an amazing Saki tasting. At the base of the Snow Monkey park we had a tremendous Japanese lunch and the Snow monkey viewings…”
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1,020 reviewsFrom $151.88by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
Discover the enchanting beauty of Nagano with snow monkeys, a sacred Zenkoji Temple, and a taste of sake on this unforgettable day trip.
★ 4.9“Jens was an excellent guide and clearly passionate about sharing the local history. The tour of the temple was interesting and there was a lot of great information shared during the sake tasting and how it’s made. The lunch was really good and the perfect…”
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833 reviews8 - 12 hoursFrom $135by Machinovate Japan Ltd.
Ride from Nagoya to Kamikochi for alpine views, clear rivers and a self-guided forest walk, with 3.5 hours on the ground.
★ 4.7“The scenery is beautiful, and the tour guide will introduce Nagoya's local delicacies along the way.”
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423 reviews11 hoursFrom $44.25
Discover the peaceful art of making onigiri and miso soup in a traditional Japanese temple setting in Takayama, guided by friendly experts.
★ 4.9“The chef was friendly and very skilled at teaching. I’m so glad I took this class.”
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93 reviews1 hourFrom $25by Takayama Zenkoji
See Nagano’s snow monkeys, cedar-lined Togakushi Shrine, a historic sake brewery, and Zenkoji Temple in one guided day from Nagano Station.
★ 4.8“Carp was super friendly, the tour was very interesting, we had a great time.”
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88 reviews7.5 hoursFrom $92.85
Visit Eihoji Temple, Shikizakura’s autumn-blooming cherry trees, and Korankei Gorge on a convenient foliage day tour from $59.20.
★ 4.4“The scenery of the three scenic spots is very beautiful, and the price/performance ratio is very high. The driving distance to each location is not too long, and the whole trip is comfortable and fun!”
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80 reviewsFrom $59.20
Discover Nagano's snow monkeys, Zenkoji Temple, and charming towns on this private, customizable day trip from Tokyo, featuring luxury transport and expert guides.
★ 4.8“Muhammad was an exceptional driver. Very polite and a very safe driver. We enjoyed our travel immensely. Thankyou”
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77 reviews10 hours - 1 dayFrom $464by Tour Royal Japan
Discover the mouth-watering delights of Nagano's Zenkoji Temple on a food & cultural walking tour. Immerse yourself in rich flavors and traditions. Click now!
★ 5.0“I booked this tour at the last minute and ended up being the only one! Masa-san was lovely, gracious and kind with his time as I took pictures and explored. I highly recommend this tour if you are looking to add an element of unique/local…”
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53 reviewsFrom $99.00by o8Experience
Discover Nagano’s snow monkeys and Togakushi Shrine in a private, flexible tour featuring expert guides, stunning scenery, and personalized memories.
★ 4.9“Our tour guide was awesome, the best tour guide I have had on any tour. Highly recommend this tour.”
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35 reviews8 hoursFrom $202by Omotenashi-travel
Discover the enchanting world of snow monkeys and ancient Zenkoji Temple on this exclusive Nagano tour. Indulge in sake tasting for a truly unforgettable experience.
★ 5.0“Ali was very accommodating with our group. He arranged everything for us, he got us as close to the snow monkey park as possible, and he gave us great tips for visiting the temple. Our children don’t do well with structured tours so this was…”
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33 reviewsFrom $645.00
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.)
Witness the cultural treasures and natural splendor of Nagano's Togakushi region on this immersive 1-day tour, featuring soba-making, ninja history, and sacred shrines.
★ 5.018 reviewsFrom $166.85by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
Discover the tantalizing flavors of Nagano on a food and cultural walking tour around Zenkoji Temple. Indulge in local delicacies and immerse yourself in the rich history of this stunning destination.
★ 5.0“I really enjoyed getting to learn about city and see how oyaki is made”
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16 reviews3 hoursFrom $88by o8Experience
Experience authentic Japanese culture with a mochi-making workshop in Takayama’s tranquil temple setting, blending tradition, food, and spirituality.
“It was a fantastic introduction to mochi making and aspects of Japanese culture! A great interactive session to make and eat mochi! Koki was a fantastic guide and instructor”
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15 reviews1 hourFrom $38by Takayama Zenkoji
See Zenko-ji, Iiyama’s winter snow huts, Nozawa Onsen and a Shinshu miso brewery on a guided day trip from Nagano.
★ 4.6“The limited-time Iiyama Kamakura (Igloo) event is truly worth participating in. Thank you to Lion Travel for planning the itinerary, and to our guide, Ms. Carp, for her multi-faceted and friendly service, detailed explanations of each attraction, and comprehensive answers to traveler questions. Highly recommended!…”
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14 reviewsFrom $132.45