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Explore Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park with a Local Guide
(32) Reviews
Yamanochi
About
Jigokudani Yaen-koen is home to hundreds of “snow monkeys”, known as such because they spend their days soaking in the mountainous hot springs. In 1970 they appeared on the cover of Life magazine in the U.S. due to this unique behaviour. Furthermore, in 1998, when the winter Olympic Games was held in Nagano, lots of athletes, media, and tourists from foreign countries visited.
Monkeys don’t soak in the hot spring in the warm season because they bathe in order to prevent from the severe coldness in winter. Soaking in the hot spring is only one part of the monkeys’ life. You can also see them lazing or frolicking on the nearby mountain and forest.
Highlights
3 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Round trip bus tickets from Yudanaka station
All Fees and Taxes
Foot Spa
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Taxi / Private Car or Bus
Meeting Points
Departure
Yudanaka Station
The guide will waiting for you at the ticket gate of Yudanaka station.
Return
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Please join us wearing shoes that are easy to walk in and do not bring heavy baggage because you will walk the mountain paths
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park with a Local Guide
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About
Jigokudani Yaen-koen is home to hundreds of “snow monkeys”, known as such because they spend their days soaking in the mountainous hot springs. In 1970 they appeared on the cover of Life magazine in the U.S. due to this unique behaviour. Furthermore, in 1998, when the winter Olympic Games was held in Nagano, lots of athletes, media, and tourists from foreign countries visited.
Monkeys don’t soak in the hot spring in the warm season because they bathe in order to prevent from the severe coldness in winter. Soaking in the hot spring is only one part of the monkeys’ life. You can also see them lazing or frolicking on the nearby mountain and forest.
Highlights
3 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Round trip bus tickets from Yudanaka station
All Fees and Taxes
Foot Spa
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Taxi / Private Car or Bus
Meeting Points
Departure
Yudanaka Station
The guide will waiting for you at the ticket gate of Yudanaka station.
Return
Itinerary
1
Yudanaka Station Tourist Information Center
The tour starts from this station.
10 minutes
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Yudanaka Station Tourist Information Center
This tourist information center is pretty small, but interesting and has quite good information for tourists. You can take a map or brochure for free.
3
Jigokudani Funsen
Jigokudani Fountain is blowing high. Jigokudani means Hell Valley in Japanese, Jigokudani Fountain is designated as a national natural monument. The hot spring that gushes from the bottom of the river is a natural fountain that can be up to 20 meters high. It’s dynamic landscape is also great!
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Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
Located in the Yokoyu River Valley at an altitude of 850m, the Jigokudani Yaen Koen is known as "Hell Valley" due to the steep cliffs and steam emitting from the springs. It's buried in snow for a third of the year but is a paradise for the monkeys of Nagano area as they enjoy bathing in the hot springs to warm up.
40 minutes
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Enza Cafe
If you're feeling a bit peckish while waiting for the bus to Yudanaka Station, we recommend grabbing some coffee or apple pie for takeout at this café here.
5 minutes
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Kaede no Yu
Known as ‘ashi-yu’ in Japanese, the foot spa can be used free of charge and offers simple relaxation when awaiting your train. Simply take your shoes and socks off, roll-up your pants and rest your feet in the thermal water. After a day of exploring the monkey park, it’s amazing how much this simple action refreshes your body and reinvigorates you for the journey ahead.
