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The 15 most popular winter activities tours in Japan. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
A full-day Nagano mix of Zenko-ji, sake tasting, and Jigokudani snow monkeys, with lunch and winter-ready guidance.
“Our tour guide Tom was awesome super friendly, really informative and kept the vibe high. Highly recommend.”
Zenko-ji, local bites, sake tasting, and hot-spring snow monkeys at Jigokudani from Nagano or Hakuba, guided with lunch.
“Dylan was a passionate and knowledgeable guide who was very happy to answer any and all questions and gave us some great insights into Zenkoji Temple, sake, lunch and the monkey park as well as the history and activities in the surrounding Nagano area. We really enjoyed the day and would recommend the tour to…”
Tokyo to Nagano for snow monkeys in steamy hot springs, beef sukiyaki lunch, and winter snow huts with an English guide.
“Even though it took a long time to get there and we didn't have that long with the snow monkeys it is still worth it. Such an amazing experience Ken our guide was very sweet. Overall great day out”
A private Nagano day from Tokyo: snow monkeys at Jigokudani, Zenko-ji Temple, Shibu Onsen, Matsushiro ruins, and Obuse snacks—door-to-door comfort.
“Bilal - our guide - picked us up early morning for a long drive to the snow monkeys. He is polite, respectful, helpful and went out of his way to ensure that we had every experience possible on our tour. We had a fantastic day, snow monkeys and the walk to them was a highlight.…”
Private luxury day tour from Tokyo to Nagano’s snow monkeys and temples, with flexible stops, comfy Toyota rides, and door-to-door pickup.
“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 was made much more pleasant by him. Thanks so much…”
From Shinjuku, ride to Jigokudani to see red-faced snow monkeys in hot springs, enjoy beef sukiyaki lunch, then return to Tokyo.
“10/10 day and a beautiful experience. Thank you to our tour guides and drivers. The bus was comfortable, the lunch was good, and the experience at the park was great.”
Spend a full day in Nagano’s Shiga Kogen snow playground, then hike to Jigokudani’s hot-spring snow monkeys for a cold-day adventure.
“The tour was wonderful! The pickup was easy with little wait time. We had a blast at the resort and seeing all the monkeys! Our guide Jens was amazing and very knowledgeable about everything for the tour and Japan in general. Without his help we would have been stuck at the train station with no…”
Osaka winter escape with snow play at Mt. Rokko, all-you-can-eat crab lunch in Kobe, strawberry picking, and outlet shopping in one day.
“The tour is exceptional; love the arrangement. Strawberry picking is above the average. Highly recommend this tour!!”
Private Nagano day tour from Tokyo: snow monkeys, Zenko-ji, Shibu Onsen, Obuse and more, with hotel pickup in a Toyota Prado.
“Hassan was a fantastic guide, he did a great job driving us and was very flexible with our day. He picked us up in the morning to visit the Snow Monkey Shrine, giving good advice on the visit. When visiting Tagakoshi Shrine, Hussan drove very safely over the mountain which we really appreciated. My partner…”
Spring-only day trip from Nagano to Tateyama’s Snow Walls and Kurobe Dam, with rail transport and an English-speaking guide.
“Fantastic tour! Both guides Keiran and Marie were nice, knowledgeable and organised which made the day smooth! Adequate time at each stop to take in the sights. Given the price, tour should've had lunch included I think but I can undeRead more”
Private Nagano day trip to Jigokudani snow monkeys, Zenko-ji, Obuse and sake, plus a Shibu Onsen soak. Private guide, one day.
“We had an amazing tour guide. Great experience, totally worth it. Perfect tour for groups and families.”
Priority access to Jigokudani snow monkeys plus Shibu Onsen streets and a sake stop on an organized 4.5-hour Nagano afternoon tour.
“Fantastic tour. Very informative and friendly. Highly recommend. We learned so much about the sites we visited and Japanese culture. English speaking tour guide was very helpful and informative.”
Private Nagano day trip from Tokyo featuring Zenko-ji Temple, snow monkeys at Jigokudani, plus Obuse, Matsushiro, Yamanochi, and Shibu Onsen.
“Fahad was a good driver. On time, safe, and friendly. We enjoyed the tour and his service.”
A private Tokyo-to-Nagano day trip to see wild snow monkeys in hot springs, plus Zenko-ji, onsen towns, and classic Nagano stops.
“Everything is fine 🙂 Ali was a great guy. we had plenty of time to enjoy the money park and the temple. I recommend this service and Ali guide in particular to everyone. thank you”
Private Tokyo to Nagano day trip to Jigokudani Snow Monkeys and Zenko-ji Temple with door-to-door transfers, timing tips, and costs.
“The driver Ahmed , was a young guy, on time, and very polite. He was also very friendly. At the beginning of the ride, he mentioned that he had only slept for three hours in the past two days. As we were driving, he started getting very sleepy, which made us quite nervous. Read more”
