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- English
Leave Tokyo for a day and head north to Nagano Prefecture!
The departure from the Shinjuku area (LOVE OBJECT) is scheduled for 08:00. Please ensure you are gathered within 07:45. Please note that the bus journey to Jigoku Valley takes up to three and a half hours, with two to three stops at service areas en route.
Upon arrival, enjoy a delicious Japanese-style set meal of beef sukiyaki for lunch!
Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to see the famous monkeys of Jigoku Valley! They are accustomed to human presence, so you will be able to take some incredible photos. However, remember that touching, staring directly at them or feeding them is prohibited in order to ensure their safety and well-being.
If you travel between 23 January and 1 March 2026, your tour will also include a visit to the magical Kamakura snow huts.
We are scheduled to arrive back in Tokyo's Shinjuku district at around 8 pm (9 pm during the period when we will stop by the Kamakura snow huts).
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Shinjuku LOVE Object please be there by 7:45am
Itinerary
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1
See the famous snow monkeys bathing in thermal water! （It takes more than 30 mins by walking from the Parking Area to Jigokudani Yaen-koen）
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
2
Behold the Kamakura snow huts!（ only for 20th January to 26th February 2023）
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour will be guided in English.
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Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour will be guided in English.
- As it is stipulated by the law of Japan, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.
- After the scheduled departure time, we will depart at the discretion of our staff, so please strictly observe the meeting time.
- Scheduled times and contents are subject to change depending on road conditions.
- Please note that the monkeys of Jigoku Valley are wild animals and might not be present when we visit the Jikoku valley. Do not engage with the monkeys and do not stare them in the eye as they might become violent.
- Please note that the monkeys do not spend the majority of their time in the water.
- Please note that the lunch described above might have a different menu according to provisions.
- Please note that the Kamakura no Sato Festival is only open between Jan 23 and Mar 1, 2026. -There will be snow and ice. Please prepare equipment such as snow boots and anti-slip.
- Depending on the number of participants, the coach size may vary (medium or small size)
- Please note that it will takes more than 30 mins by walking from the Parking Area to Jigokudani Yaen-koen
- Please come prepared with non-slip shoes; crampons will be also sold onboard, upon availability
- Please note that the lunch served will be "Beef Sukiyaki". If you do not wish to eat beef, please let us know an alternative when you make your reservation by sending us a message. Other meat options include pork instead of beef, vegetarian (including egg and dairy) or vegan (entirely plant-based). Fish and chicken or Hindu-style alternatives are not available at the restaurant.
- Please note that from mid-March, monkeys may not enter the hot springs depending on the weather on that day. Even in late March, on days when it snows you are more likely to see monkeys.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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