Kiso Valley & Nakasendo

WALK THE NAKASENDO TRAIL

The Nakasendo was one of five major routes linking Tokyo - then called 'Edo' - and Kyoto during the Edo Period, some of which can still be walked today.

STAY IN KISO-FUKUSHIMA

Situated in the central Kiso Valley, Kiso-Fukushima is the ideal base from where to explore the region.

BOOK A PRIVATE CHARTER

Based in Nagano we can arrange private charters and tours to any regional destination including the Kiso Valley and Nakasendo.

KISO ONTAKE MOUNTAIN RANGE

The Kiso Ontake Mountain Range runs through the centre of Japan, dominated by the sacred peak of Mount Ontake.

LIMITED EXPRESS SHINANO

Running from Nagano to Nagoya via Matsumoto and the Kiso Valley, the Shinano Line is one of Japan's most scenic.

Plan Your Visit

(General / Things to do)

25 Things To Do Around The Kiso Valley / Nakasendo, When To Visit & Where To Stay

Most famous for the historic Nakasendo Trail and its beautifully preserved "post town…

(General)

Where To Stay In The Kiso Valley & Nakasendo?

Most famous for the historic Nakasendo and its beautifully preserved "post" towns, th…

Tours

Recommended

(Private Tour)

MEET LOCALS: Discovering Local Heritage and Key Figures of Nagano

Spots:: Nagano
Pick-up:: Nagano City
Drop-off:: Nagano City

¥50,000 ~

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(Day Tour)

1-Day Tour from Nagano and Matsumoto: Step into the Past on the Nakasendo

Spots:: Nagano
Pick-up:: Nagano City
Drop-off:: Nagano City

¥24,900

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(Destination info)

How To Get To The Kiso Valley & Nakasendo Trail

The Kiso Valley is a relatively spread-out area along the Kiso River with its attract…

(Charter)

HAKUBA → KISO(NARAI-JUKU)

(Charter)

NAGANO STN → KISO(NARAI-JUKU)

(Access)

Limited Express Shinano (Nagano--Matsumoto--Nagoya)

Running from Nagano Station to Nagoya Station, the Limited Express Shinano connects t…

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Charters

Private Charters

HAKUBA → KISO(NARAI-JUKU)

Duration:: 1-2 Hours
Spots:: Kiso Valley,

¥64,500~

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Private Charters

NAGANO STN → KISO(NARAI-JUKU)

Duration:: 2-3 Hours
Spots:: Nagano,

¥61,400~

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Activities

(Local Food & Drink / Arts & Culture / Festival)

Be 'Spirited Away' at the Shimotsuki Festival: with Traditional Food & Sake Experience Tour

Embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Central Japan with this immersiv…

(Historic & Castle / Nature & Adventure)

Trekking the Tosando: Journey Along One of Japan’s Ancient Mountain Trails Tour

Embark on an exhilarating hiking adventure that takes you through the rugged and chal…

(Nature & Adventure / Water Activities)

Tea-Picking Experience of the Legendary Tea: A Deep Dive to the Tenryu Riverlands 2 Day Tour

This fun and engaging two-day tour takes you on an unforgettable journey through the …

(Nature & Adventure / Local Food & Drink / Water Activities)

Venture One of Japan's Most Scenic Gorges: River Rafting and Fruits Picking in the Tenryu Riverlands Tour

Explore the Tenryu Riverlands, located in the far south of Nagano prefecture and boas…

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Hotels

Hirugami Onsen Area

: Kiso Valley & Nakasendo

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Tenryu-kyo Area

: Kiso Valley & Nakasendo

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News

November 20, 2024
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Area:
Kiso Valley & Nakasendo
DEEP EXPERIENCE THE INAKA -TENRYUKYO・IIDA CITY-

WALK THE NAKASENDO TRAIL

STAY IN KISO-FUKUSHIMA

BOOK A PRIVATE CHARTER

KISO ONTAKE MOUNTAIN RANGE

LIMITED EXPRESS SHINANO

Plan Your Visit

25 Things To Do Around The Kiso Valley / Nakasendo, When To Visit & Where To Stay

Where To Stay In The Kiso Valley & Nakasendo?

Tours

Access

How To Get To The Kiso Valley & Nakasendo Trail

HAKUBA → KISO(NARAI-JUKU)

NAGANO STN → KISO(NARAI-JUKU)

Limited Express Shinano (Nagano--Matsumoto--Nagoya)

Charters

Activities

Be 'Spirited Away' at the Shimotsuki Festival: with Traditional Food & Sake Experience Tour

Trekking the Tosando: Journey Along One of Japan’s Ancient Mountain Trails Tour

Tea-Picking Experience of the Legendary Tea: A Deep Dive to the Tenryu Riverlands 2 Day Tour

Venture One of Japan's Most Scenic Gorges: River Rafting and Fruits Picking in the Tenryu Riverlands Tour

Hotels

Events

Narai-juku Ice Candle Festival

Kaida Kogen Kamakura Snow Festival

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