Hell Valley Snow Monkey Park🦧, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
Snow Monkey Park Japanese macaque monkey wild ecological wonder
This is also one of the most memorable attractions we have been to in Japan, monkeys are in the park all year round, there are about 150 to 160 monkeys in the monkey group in Nagano Prefecture has this special wild macaque monkey bathing hot spring ♨️ attraction, every winter also attracts many tourists to watch.
There are different ways to get to Hell Valley Snow Monkey Park, the most convenient and most popular is to join the 1 day tour and we wanted to experience more beauty of Nagano Prefecture chose to stay for one night at Yudanaka Onsen Inn.
Take the train from Nagano Station to Yudanaka Station
Purchased two days (Snow Monnkey Pass) for adults 4,000 yen, can take trains and buses🚐 on the Nagano Electric Railway 🚈 and includes park admission tickets.
Arrived at Yudanaka Station very thick snow, pulling luggage is also difficult.
When we arrived at Hell Valley Snow Monkey Park, we saw cute big and small macaque monkeys 🦧 enjoying a hot spring bath♨️ in the hot spring. They looked so cute
A little sharing👇
Winter needs more warm equipment 🧣, thick socks 🧤, non-slip shoes / snowshoes 🥾 most of the time outdoors remember to eat more, because walking up the snow mountains and winter weather is very easy to get hungry 😆
"Hell Valley Ape Park"
📍Address: 6845 Oji Hiraho, Yamanochi-cho, Shimotakai-gun, Nagano Prefecture
Summer (April to October) 8:30~17:00
Winter (November to March of the following year) 9:00~16:00
Adults (18 years and older) 800 yen
Children (6 years and older) 400 yen
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#snow #New Year Good Places 2025 #Skiing #Snow Scenery #Hot Springs #Tokyo Trip #Osaka Trip #trip
A little sharing
CuttlefishFamily
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A place where monkeys soak in hot springs
#hotsprings #100waysoftravel
Hotspring vacation is very popular in Japan, but have you ever wondered monkeys enjoying hot spring? At Nagano near Shibu Onsen, there is this place called Jigokudani Yaen Koen, which is a hot spring area and the ones using it are not humans, but monkeys. That area is a wild hot spring area with no ryokan or resorts, which is why wild monkeys are usingbthem purely for their own leisure especially during the cold winter. Those apes are also not afraid of humans, probably due to the fact that many tourists visiting there. It is a very interesting site and I hope to visit there again.
johnswj90
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A Serene Winter: An Encounter with Snow Monkeys in Jigokudani
On a cold winter day covered in white snow, we arrived at the Jigokudani Monkey Park in Nagano, Japan, hoping to witness the famous snow monkeys firsthand. As I entered the park, snowflakes gently fell from the sky, adding a touch of magic to this tranquil white world. Upon stepping into the park, we saw a group of adorable wild Japanese macaques playing in the snow. Their furry bodies stood out against the white snow, and their warm fur seemed to tell a story of the cold.
Next, we walked to the famous hot spring pool. The snow monkeys here seemed completely indifferent to the outside world, leisurely soaking in the steaming hot springs. They occasionally stirred the water, enjoying the warmth and comfort. Watching their relaxed demeanor, our mood also lightened, as if we too had become part of this serene world, enjoying the tranquility and beauty of the moment.
The snow monkeys' leisurely attitude taught us that in life, it's okay to slow down and enjoy every moment. This trip to Jigokudani has become one of our most cherished memories.
Lin000
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Nagano Attractions | Go to Nagano to see wild macaques bathing in hot springs in winter—Nagano Jigokudani Monkey Park
#naturalscape
A photo of a monkey bathing in a hot spring in heavy snow has attracted countless tourists to visit the extremely popular attraction "Jigokudani Monkey Park" in Nagano Prefecture. Established in 1964, it is a park with a natural environment without fences or cages, where you can observe wild Japanese macaques up close.
Transportation guide: Jigokudani Monkey Park is located deep in the mountains. No matter where you depart from Japan, please arrive at "JR Nagano Station" first. The easiest and most convenient way is to take the Nagaden Express and get off at the East Exit Bus Station No. 4 (bus The stop sign says Nozawa Onsen. Madarao Plateau direction, Shiga Kogen direction) Take the bus "bound for Kuma no Yu. Inkawa" for 45 minutes and get off at "Snow Monkey Park (SNOW MONKEY PARK)/Kamibayashi Onsenguchi". It takes 45 minutes. , follow the signs and walk for about 40 to 60 minutes to get there. It is highly recommended to purchase the "SNOW MONKEY PASS" snow monkey pass, which includes round-trip transportation and admission to the park. There are not many fixed flights, so be sure to check the return timetable before setting off.
I arrived in Nagano at the end of February. The weather was nice and warm. I took the Nagaden Express Bus to reach the mouth of Kamibayashi Hot Spring. Then I followed other tourists and walked along the winding trail for about 40 minutes. There were cliffs on one side and steep slopes on the other. There are no railings at all, which is indeed a bit dangerous in the snow season. The walkway is relatively flat and there are steep stairs until you reach the entrance of the park. After passing the ticket gate of the cabin, you officially enter the Wild Monkey Park. Although they are wild macaques, feeding is prohibited! Along the way, there will be some small macaques lying or sitting on free piles of stones for sunbathing. There are more macaques near the hot spring area. The weather is nice today and the snow has melted, so there are no macaques to take a dip in. There will be staff present secretly throwing feed into the hot spring pool to attract the macaques, which can also satisfy the tourists who come all the way to see the macaques.
I have to say that in this wild macaque park, I didn’t see cleaning staff, but no matter whether I walked or walked on the cliff, I couldn’t see the macaque excrement, and there was no strong smell. Macaques should be very used to people walking around. They won't attack or snatch things. They just do their own thing. Even Japanese macaques are very polite. Nagano Prefecture is one of the cities with the largest amount of snow in Japan in winter. When you come to Jigokudani Wild Park in winter, you must wear warm clothes or waterproof snowshoes. There are no rest seats in the natural environment, let alone lockers. The lighter the better. Well, everyone is welcome to visit Nagano.
#familytravel # Hell Valley Monkey Park # Nagano # Shanglin Hot Spring # Snow Monkey # Japan # 100 Ways to Travel # Natural Landscape
大叔衝日本
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Journey to the snow monkeys! 🇯🇵
#100waysoftravel
Sharing some amazing photos I took on the trail towards the snow money park in Nagano 🇯🇵!
Honestly, the trail is really pretty! So take your time to enjoy the scenery along the way, you will be missing out if you are only focusing on the snow money but forgot to take the time to admire the beautiful nature landscape along the way!
📍Address: Snow Monkey Park (Jigokudani Yaen Koen), 6845 Hirao, Yamanochi, Shimotakai District, Nagano 381-0401, Japan
EN the traveller
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[Nagano] Representative of Yudanaka Onsen
●Name
Yudanaka Onsen Yorozuya
●Access
3137 Heijo, Yamanouchi-cho, Shimotakai-gun, Nagano
🚗Private parking available
●Points
Nagano is big...
The further north you go, the more wonderful hot springs there are
Not only hot springs, but also fruits and sake
A really great place
Yudanaka Onsen Yorozuya was rebuilt after a fire in the past, but all the historical things remain
As soon as you enter the entrance, you can feel that it is a representative hot spring inn of Nagano that has been loved by famous people since the Kansei era
The latticed ceiling and decorations...
You can experience an atmosphere that makes you feel like you have gone back in time.
The hot springs are particularly famous, and it is worth visiting just for the "Momoyama bath"‼ ️
Also, although I didn't use it, the SPA facilities have been expanded and are very nice from the photos
It is a 2-hour set, so I think you can relax at your leisure. The food is delicious, but...
I think it would be more valuable if they served more local ingredients in their natural flavors.
It's a really wonderful hot spring inn, so I definitely want to visit it again if I get the chance.
You can also visit "Shibu Onsen Kanaguya," which is full of the world of "Spirited Away," in a 30-minute walk.
It's hard to get a reservation, but it's a hot spring inn that you'd like to visit at least once.
#AccommodationReview#HotSpring #Nagano #Ryokan
Molly358
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Spirited Away hot springs
Shibu Onsen Historical Inn Kanaguya is a long-established hot spring inn located in Yamanouchi Town, Shimotakai District, Nagano Prefecture. It was originally a blacksmith's shop for the Matsushiro Domain, but it became an inn in 1758 when hot springs happened to spring up here during restoration work after a disaster. Since its predecessor was a blacksmith's shop, the lord of the Matsushiro Domain at the time named it Kanaguya.
Kanaguya is characterized by its luxurious and somewhat nostalgic building. For this reason, it is rumored to be the model for the bathhouse that appears in Spirited Away. Although no Ghibli staff have actually come to cover the inn, it is said that Kanaguya was familiar to director Hayao Miyazaki, who has a villa in Nagano Prefecture. Perhaps due to the influence of these rumors, No-Face is also hiding in the inn.
ku0yxx
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Enjoy the sea of clouds✨️
Ryuo Mountain Park is a spot in Ryuo, Nagano Prefecture where you can enjoy nature to the fullest. Beautiful alpine plants bloom from spring to autumn, and you can enjoy walks and trekking. SORA terrace at the top of Mount Ryuo is also a popular spot where you can see a beautiful sea of clouds if the weather conditions are right. In winter, it opens as Ryuo Ski Park, and is crowded with people enjoying winter sports. Ryuo Mountain Park is a place where you can have fun while interacting with nature all year round. Location
11700 Yomase, Yamanouchi-machi, Shimotakai-gun, Nagano Prefecture
Admission Fee Round-trip ropeway ticket:
Adults (junior high school students and above): 2,500 yen Elementary school students: 1,300 yen / [Discounted rate for those with a disability certificate] Adults (junior high school students and above): 1,250 yen Elementary school students: 650 yen
*Free for preschool children
Opening hours Ropeway operation period:
Saturday, May 23, 2020 - Tuesday, November 3 (National Holiday)
*Suspension period: Thursday, May 7 - Friday, May 22, Monday, September 7 - Friday, September 11
Ropeway operation hours:
9:00 - 19:00 (last upbound boarding at 18:40)
Closed days Please check for details *May be suspended due to bad weather, etc.
ku0yxx
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Traveling to a HOT SPRING TOWN Shibu onsen ❄️✨
📍 Japan 🇯🇵❄️ Location↓
When stayed at a ryokan ✨🧡❄️
Soaking in the hot spring after a long day of walking through the snowy paths, waking up in the morning to breathe the fresh winter air in the mountain, reading a book by the window when the snowflakes are falling outside. I had a very happy weekend at Shibu onsen @shibu_onsen_ in Nagano Prefecture and would love to come back🥰 I believe you would have a great time here as i did ✨
Would you like to stay at a ryokan in Japan? 🙋♀️🙋❄️✨
📍 Shibu Onsen (渋温泉)
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#travelinginspiration #openmyworld #hellofrom #wonderful_places #長野観光 #exploremore #earthfocus #foryourpage #naganoprefecture #passionpassport #温泉 #japan_daytime_view #japan_of_insta #beautifuldestinations #lovers_nippon #長野観光 #landscapephotography #japantravel #thisisjapan #visitjapanau #visitjapanjp #visualofearth #nhậtbản #japón #長野のいいところ冬 #渋温泉 #nagano #helloimng #冬旅 #カップル旅
Helloimng
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[Kumanoyu Onsen, Nagano] A large bath where you can enjoy skin-beautifying water🐻♨️
The hot spring at Kumanoyu Hotel has one indoor bath and one open-air bath, which are switched between men and women depending on the day!
The indoor bath is a little hot at about 42-43 degrees, but the open-air bath is a little warmer at about 41-42 degrees, probably because it's cold outside, so it was easy to get in!!
It contains three of Japan's three major beauty springs:
⚫︎Bicarbonate springs
⚫︎Sulfate springs
⚫︎Sulfur springs
and contains a lot of metasilicic acid, so it makes your skin smooth🧖♀️
My skin didn't dry out much after the bath, so it seems to be good for moisturizing.
#HotSpring #WinterTrip #HotSpringTrip #Nagano
onsen_mami
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Getting There - Nagano
Attractions - Snow Monkeys 🙉
WYDN
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[Nagano Yokoteyama] The highest bakery in Japan 🍞
I went to the bakery 🍞 at Yokote Mountaintop Hutte 🛖!!!
There is a chairlift about a 5-minute drive from Kumanoyu Hotel, and from there it is a 10-minute ride to the bakery.
I went there last October, but the weather was so bad... I didn't have the courage to take the lift😂
I called Yokote Sancho Hut directly and they arranged a pick-up and drop-off service for 1000 yen per person round trip🚌
I think the lift also cost about 1000 yen per person round trip, so if the weather is good, I recommend taking the lift!!!
At the bakery, I had
⚫︎Mushroom soup and bread 1300 yen
⚫︎Borsch and bread 1300 yen
!!!
The bread is freshly baked every morning, so it was fluffy and
The soup was really good for my chilled body🫠
And of course, I bought some bread to take home! The bread is made without any preservatives, so they asked us to eat it as soon as possible, and we ate it all by the next day!!!
I recommend reheating it and eating it with butter!!!
#tripmemory2022 #nagano #bakery
onsen_mami
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Spaces and comfortable room with good view
Address - 2614-16 Sano, Yamanochi, Shimotakai District, Nagano 381-0402, Japan
Ambiance/Facilities - Home
Highlights - Love the balcony
Avg. Price per Person - 5000¥
Rating - 5
limmaysally
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#DragonKin
#DragonKing Ski Resort
The view and scenery is definitely 10 points, no longer need to say more. Remember to take the cable car and buy a pass to go to Soda Terrace. If you know how to ski, you don't have to buy a pass to take the cable car. The sea of clouds is not often seen really have to hit your hands, sometimes it will be foggy and rainy, it is best to customize your own itinerary to ski. In terms of meals, the pastry soup ramen is very good value for money, but be sure to queue up before the peak time is more crowded. I
I was so addicted to seeing a raccoon cat when I was about to leave😜
Address: Dragon King Ski Resort, Nagano Prefecture, Yamauchi-cho
旅遊俠
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[Nagano] SORA terrace Sea of clouds accessible from Kanto ☁️
Address: 381-0405
Yamase, Yamanouchi-cho, Shimotakai-gun, Nagano Prefecture
Take the gondola to the top of the mountain, and if the conditions are right, you can see the sea of clouds from SORA terrace☁️
It's irresistible for those who love spectacular views😁
There is also a parking lot at the base🚗
There are spaces to relax around the terrace, such as hammocks, so you can relax.
The inside of the building is also quite spacious, so you can kill time at the cafe while waiting for the sea of clouds to appear☕️
Originally operated as a ski resort, you can enjoy the view from this terrace outside of the season⛰
During the autumn foliage season, as the gondola moves from the foot of the mountain to the top, you can see the leaves changing color and feel the four seasons🍁
It is quite far from Tokyo, so you can go for a day trip, but I think you can spend more time relaxing if you stay overnight☕️
If you're interested, please come and visit😊
#Nagano #spectacular view #Nagano trip #Nagano sightseeing #cafe #sea of clouds #cafe tour
KEKESUKE
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[From Yudanaka Station to Shibu Onsen]
#Hot Springs
From Yudanaka Onsen, take the bus to Snow Monkey and get off at Shibuwagobashi.
If you don't have any luggage, you can walk there, but it's best to take the bus at first.
After getting off the bus, turn left and you'll reach Shibu Onsenkyo.
しゅん太郎
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[Shibu Onsen ①] A hot spring town famous for its "Tour of the Nine Baths."
#SummerWeekendTrip
Shibu Onsen is said to have a Spirited Away-like inn.
Traditional inns line the narrow stone-paved streets.
The specialty here is the "Kyuto Meguri" outdoor bath tour, and if you stay at an affiliated inn, you can visit nine small hot springs.
It is said that Shingen also stopped by, and there are foot baths in various places.
There are now dormitory accommodations, so if you are a hot spring enthusiast, why not give it a try?
(Check with your inn whether you can visit the nine baths.)
しゅん太郎
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[Nagano] A hot spring inn where you can immerse yourself in the world of Spirited Away [Kanaguya]
Kanaguya is said to have been the model for the inn "Aburaya," the setting for Spirited Away! The retro, glittering building evokes the world of the movie everywhere. In fact, Kanaguya is a registered tangible cultural property! (?!) It is the only cultural property where you can actually stay overnight. Tours of the building are held in the evening, so if you want to know more about Kanaguya's history and the charm of its architecture, be sure to check it out! Kanaguya is also, of course, a hot spring inn. It has five hot springs of its own, with a total of eight baths in the building! How luxurious... 🤤
Shibu Onsen, where Kanaguya is located, is said to be highly rated by hot spring enthusiasts, as the hot springs are almost directly from the source. It was also fun to stroll around the hot spring town with its retro atmosphere...! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
◇Access
Nagano Station → 45 minutes by express train to Yudanaka Station → 10 minutes by bus
◇Nearby sightseeing spots
・Shibu Onsen 9-bath tour (said to bring good luck in safe childbirth and child rearing, and eternal youth and longevity!)
・There is also a table tennis court and shooting gallery in Shibu Onsen
・Ryuo Mountain Resort Sola Terrace (you can see the sea of clouds!)
◇Inns: There are many in Shibu Onsen other than Kanaguya
◇Food
Soba restaurants, izakayas, gelato shops, etc. in Shibu Onsen
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#Hot spring eggs #A trip to experience history and culture
#Historical architecture #Retro townscape
#Retro architecture #Couple trip
#Gourmet trip #Support tourism
好きなもの集め
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Snow monkeys bathing in the famous hot springs in Nagano Prefecture🤩🤩
#Overseas#Travel in Japan
Jigokudani Monkey Park was established in 1964 to protect local monkeys. Now many monkeys come here every day.
✅The monkeys in Jigokudani Monkey Park are composed of more than 200 Japanese macaques. The monkey babies and families playing in the snow are very cute, which also adds a unique style to Jigokudani.. Attracting tourists from all over the world Visitors come here to visit🤩🤩
✅ Monkeys are world-famous for their unique behavior of bathing in hot springs and their ability to thrive in the deep snow of winter
transportation
It takes about 45 minutes by bus from Nagano Station to Kanbayashi Onsen, and then about 35 minutes on foot to reach Jigokudani Monkey Park
MsChow
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Dinner at Sakaeya continues to be delicious right down to the miso pudding dessert 🍱
Nagano Shibu Onsen ♨️
Shunran no Yado Sakaeya
~🍱Dinner🍶~
1st photo → Appetizer
The soba tofu was chewy and delicious!!!
2nd photo → Assorted sashimi
Carp, flounder, soba, amberjack, scallop, salmon, snow crab🦀
The carp didn't smell fishy at all and was delicious👀
3rd photo → Horse sashimi🐴
I ordered more!!!
It was 1980 yen for 6 slices, so it might be a little pricey.
4th photo → Marble pork in soy milk hotpot🫕
The meat was soft, and the soy milk hotpot soup was really delicious.
5th photo → Sautéed Shinano snow trout with herbs
Enjoy the texture of the perilla leaves, myoga, mitsuba, and walnuts. Delicious.
6th photo → Pheasant and turnip stew
It's delicious like regular chicken breast meat, and it's not too strong. It's good when eaten with bean paste and daikon radish.
By the way, pheasant is said to be good for the skin 👀
7th photo → Shinshu Kuroge Wagyu beef fillet grilled on lava stone
The meat was so tender... 🐮
8th photo → Rice, miso soup, pickles
It's really delicious to eat rice with miso.
The rice is also shiny and has just the right amount of hardness.
If I wasn't so full, I would have wanted a second serving 🥺
9th photo → Dessert
The miso pudding is really good.
10th photo → Sake I drank with rice 🍶
11th and 12th photos → Decorations in the hallway leading to the room ⛱
My basic impression is that it was delicious,
I want to do something about it...!!!
But anyway, I can say that everything was delicious.
#ShibuOnsen #ShunranNoYadoSakaeya #Onsen #OnsenTrip #Nagano #Dinner #FoodAtHome #t2203
onsen_mami
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If you go to Shibu Onsen, you should definitely try the popular private loyly baths🧖♀️
Nagano Shibu Onsen♨️
Haruno-no-Yado Sakaeya
~Private Loyly Sauna~
100 minutes for 1-2 people for 6,600 yen👀
Even if you are not staying overnight, you can use the private loyly sauna🧖♀️
⚫︎Loyly sauna
⚫︎Hot spring water flowing directly from the source♨️
⚫︎Cold water bath with ice to make it ice cold
⚫︎Open-air bath and indoor bath available
⚫︎Free drinks
⚫︎You can choose the aroma for loyly🍃
⚫︎You can eat shaved ice🍧
⚫︎The sauna hat and poncho are cute and comfortable
I've been wanting to go ever since I found it on Twitter.
I finally got to go🥺
In addition to the 100-minute course, there is also a 45-minute course, but there are some differences, such as the sauna hat and poncho not included! When making a reservation, please check Sakaeya's official website 😇
#ShibuOnsen #ShunranNoYadoSakaeya #HotSpring #HotSpringTrip #Loyly #Sauna #t2203
onsen_mami
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Guests staying at Shibu Onsen can enjoy touring the outdoor baths, so it's recommended for hot spring lovers ♨️
Nagano Shibu Onsen ♨️
Shunran no Yado Sakaeya
~Modern Japanese room with tatami seating~
🚄Tokyo to Nagano Station by Hokuriku Shinkansen, about 1 hour 30 minutes
🚃Nagano Electric Railway Nagano to Yudanaka Station by limited express, about 45 minutes
🚗5-10 minutes by taxi from Yudanaka Station
or
👣About 30 minutes on foot from Yudanaka Station
First time in 4 years? I went to Shibu Onsen around !!!
I hadn't been to Shibu Onsen in a while, and I saw on Twitter that they have a private loyly sauna, so I wanted to go to this inn♨️
✔️Recommended points
⚫︎You can visit the 9 outdoor baths at Shibu Onsen🗝
※If you stay at Shibu Onsen, you will have a key in your room that will allow you to visit the outdoor baths as many times as you like for free during your stay🥺
⚫︎It is a blend of two types of hot springs, one with a high iron content and one with a sulfur content♨️
The water is a bit brownish and cloudy!!!
⚫︎There is a deep bathtub that is 90cm deep!!!
You can enter like you would enter a sunken kotatsu, and the hot spring water will be up to your neck, so you can stay in it in a comfortable position for as long as you like.
⚫︎The inside and rooms are clean✨
※Shibu Onsen has many quaint retro inns, but Sakaeya has been renovated and has a new design!!!
⚫︎There are two room keys.
※I've recently realized that this is important...I'll write about it in the future👀
⚫︎The rice is delicious, and the miso pudding is delicious🍮
⚫︎There's a private loyly sauna! (additional charge)
It was so amazing, I'll put it in another post!!!
⚫︎All-you-can-drink tea and coffee in a little lounge called the conversation room☕️
You can also write picture postcards🎨
⚫︎To prevent people from putting on the wrong slippers, you can stick stickers with your own markings on them♨️(6th photo)
✔️Points to note
⚫︎It may be difficult to access? ! ?
*Calculated from Tokyo, but if you don't transfer from the nearest station or use the Nagano Electric Railway's limited express, it can take more than 3 hours...!!!
I quite like train trips🚃, so this isn't too bad!!!
Honestly, there's nothing else👀
It was really fulfilling~ Shibu Onsen is really fun to walk around with your geta clogs clanging, so it's a hot spring that I definitely recommend you go to!!!
#ShibuOnsen #ShunranNoYadoSakaeya #Nagano #OutdoorBathTour #HotSpring #HotSpringTrip #Sauna #t2203
onsen_mami
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Yudanaka, Nagano
#Nagano #Yudanaka
Visited on February 13th.
Yudanaka can be said to be the entrance to Shiga Kogen. There is a cheap hot spring in front of the station, and you can go to Shibu Onsen and other remote areas by bus or taxi.
It is famous for monkeys bathing in the hot springs, but I recommend going by car.
I visited by train, but there were not many buses, so I was only able to see around the station.
しまもん
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[Nagano] Just like the world of Spirited Away? Kanaguya Ryokan
I stayed at the hot spring inn "Rekishi no Yado Kanaguya" in Shibu Onsen, Nagano Prefecture ☺️
This inn is said to look just like the bathhouse in the Ghibli movie "Spirited Away".
The building is designated as a national cultural property, and you can enjoy a retro atmosphere ♨️
Address:
2202 Heijo, Yamanouchi-cho, Shimotakai-gun, Nagano Prefecture (Shibu Onsen)
#Nagano #Shibu Onsen #Kanaguya #Hot Spring
もえ⌇賢くお得にワンランク上の旅
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The Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani
The Japanese Macaques, more popularly known as the Snow Monkeys, inhabits this park located in the forests of the Jigokudani valley in Yamanouchi.
The monkeys love to gather around this man-made onsen pool and it is really interesting to watch them interact and socialize with each other while soaking in the warm pools.
The best time to visit this place is during winter months, when the whole place will be covered in snow. The walk to the onsen pool is quite a long but very scenic one. It was very enjoyable walking through the forest trees all covered in snow and the scenic river landscape.
#momentssg #nyedestinations #japan
Eclaircaptures
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Monkey Paradise in Winter, Tokyo
If I could only recommend one place to visit during Winter in Tokyo area, the Jigokudani Money Park will be my choice without a doubt!
Located to the nearest city, Tokyo, the monkey park is easily accessible via public transport, and the exact bus/train information can be found easily online. I will highly recommend to plan your trip early in advance so as to not miss any schedule!
Once reaching the entrance, there will be a 20mins walk before reaching the park where the snow monkeys live. This 20mins walk is one of the most enjoyable, easy hike because of how beautiful the whole place is when covered with snow.
And once you reach the monkey park, that’s where the real fun begins! You will be able to look at the natural habitat and behavior of these snow monkeys, and because nothing is caged, these cute ones may even come running next to you! Just be careful not to do anything that may irritate them.
The park although is opened all year round, but I will HIGHLY recommend to visit during the winter season as these place looks the absolute best in snow.
One extra tip for those photographers. Make sure to bring a tele zoom lens so you can take photos of the monkey close up! It makes me feel like a Natgeo photographer for a moment! 😂
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