Winter is when Jigokudani makes sense: snow on the ground, steam off the pool and monkeys packed into the hot water. The 30-minute forest path in turns icy from December to March, so wear boots with grip, pack slip-on spikes and dress warmer than you think.
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“Our guide Tom was a great guide! He was fun to listen to and super knowledgeable about the locations we visited. He made learning about the history really fun. Zenkoji temple was beautiful and the snack recommendations were on point. Bring ice cleats for trekking…”
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1,020 reviewsFrom $151.88by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
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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“What a wonderful day! The guides were great and very informative. The transportation was perfect. The meal was amazing. So fun and wonderful.”
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833 reviews8 - 12 hoursFrom $135by Machinovate Japan Ltd.
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Keen to explore Japan's wonders? Discover the Snow Monkey Park and Zenko-ji Temple on a private tour, where surprises await just around the corner.
★ 4.7“What a memorable day we have had today; thankyou Wanda for your knowledgeable guiding and very friendly chatting along the way. Seeing the Snow monkeys was a bucket list moment for us and we enjoyed visiting the Temple and castle ruins as well. 5 star…”
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184 reviews1 dayFrom $445
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Discover Japan’s charm on a private day tour from Tokyo, featuring snow monkeys, historic temples, scenic towns, and luxury transport tailored to your preferences.
★ 4.8“Our driver Kashi was superb. His driving was safe and was very punctual. He actually suggested to start the trip earlier which was excellent timing in avoiding the traffic. Thereafter the lunch place he recommended was delicious and good value for money. Overall the experience…”
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138 reviews1 dayFrom $466by Luxurious Travel Master
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Discover the perfect blend of natural wildlife and spiritual heritage in Japan with this private tour of Snow Monkey Park and Zenkoji Temple, complete with personalized service and stunning sights.
★ 4.7“Ali was a great tour guide. He spoke fluent English, and was very friendly and accommodating. We had a great day out. Our highlight was seeing the snow monkeys, and the majestical walk to get there! We highly recommend this private tour.”
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127 reviews1 dayFrom $464by Travel Royal Japan
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Experience the enchantment of Nagano Snow Monkeys on a 1-day tour from Tokyo. Indulge in a delicious beef sukiyaki lunch while observing these adorable creatures.
★ 4.5“This was an amazing once-in-a-lifetime experience. I am so pleased. I would recommend this to anyone.”
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123 reviewsFrom $151.96by H.I.S.Co., Ltd.
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Discover Nagano’s snow monkeys, historic temples, and hot spring towns on this private day trip from Tokyo. Enjoy flexible plans, expert guides, and scenic views.
★ 4.9“Everything was smooth, the driver, Ahmed, contacted us one day in advance to schedule the pick up. We had an early start at 6am and that allowed us to get to the park at around 10am. Ahmed was polite and drove us safely.”
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110 reviews10 hoursFrom $112by Zameer haider
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Explore Nagano’s highlights in a private day tour including Zenko-ji Temple, snow monkeys, scenic shrines, and charming towns—all with personalized comfort and flexibility.
★ 4.7“Alex was a great guide. He knew about the areas we travelled through and had good advice for us on how to visit shiny onsen and the monkeys and also helpful tips for the rest of our trip like the quickest way by train to…”
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84 reviews10 hoursFrom $455by Luxurious Travel Master
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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“I had an amazing time on the Nagano Snow Monkey Tour, and a big shoutout to our driver, Ali! He was not only friendly and knowledgeable but also made the trip smooth and enjoyable. The snow monkeys were incredible to see up close, and Ali…”
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77 reviews10 hours - 1 dayFrom $464by Tour Royal Japan
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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.
★ 5.0“Our guide Hori was very knowledgeable and well prepared. We had a great day and highly recommend this tour. The snow monkeys were amazing and the local food delicious.”
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71 reviewsFrom $337.61by Japan Awaits
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Experience the best of spring in Nagano with our 1-day Snow Monkey & Cherry Blossom Tour. Witness adorable monkeys and blooming cherry blossoms in one unforgettable day.
★ 4.8“The day was great - our tour guide Kevin was fantastic and made sure everyone was accounted for and had a great time. The activities were awesome and lunch included was great!”
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51 reviews9 hoursFrom $135by Machinovate Japan Ltd.
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Experience Japan's Nagano on a private, fully customizable day tour, from snow monkeys to historic temples, with expert guides and comfortable transport.
★ 4.7“The tour was great. We had Sarfraz and he was very helpful and nothing was a problem. It was a very smooth trip in very snowy conditions.”
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44 reviews10 hoursFrom $399by Nexus Tourisim
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Discover Nagano's charming snow monkeys on a private, flexible tour with expert guides, personalized photos, and smooth travel—perfect for authentic experiences.
★ 4.9“Our guide was truly fantastic. A very nice person who went out of his way to provide an authentic experience”
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36 reviews5 hours - 570 minutesFrom $126by Omotenashi-travel
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Discover Nagano’s snow monkeys and Togakushi Shrine in a private, flexible tour featuring expert guides, stunning scenery, and personalized memories.
★ 4.9“We got to see lots of monkeys! Also, Chris is an amazing guy and guide. Due to the private nature of the tour, everything was chill and we did not get tired even though you visit both the snow monkey park and Togakushi shrine in…”
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35 reviews8 hoursFrom $202by Omotenashi-travel
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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“Cute tour guide, he picked us up in the morning smoothly, and we went up to see the beautiful scenery and the monkeys! The lunch was surprisingly good! We didn’t want to go to a Buddhist temple so he was very flexible and took us…”
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33 reviewsFrom $645.00
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