Magome-juku is a historic post town—known as “juku” or “shukubamachi”—that once serviced the 500km “Nakasendo Road” that connected Kyoto and Edo (now called Tokyo). As one of five official highways between Kyoto and Edo, the road was busy with government officials, merchants and pilgrims, typically traveling on foot.  As a result, post towns developed along the road to service the needs of travelers.

Magome sits along a steep road, lined with guesthouses, restaurants and cafes, museum, and traditional craft stores, and is often considered one of the most charming towns along the Nakasendo Trail. Today, the town center has been restored to its former glory, including a broad stone walkway, and ban on vehicles entering during the day helps to enhance the historic nature of this picturesque town.

For detailed information regarding the trail, please refer to our ‘Walk the Nakasendo Trail’ page.  Walking the trail from Magome-juku to nearby Tsumago-juku takes approximately 7.5km and between 2 to 3 hours depending on your pace and is a highlight of any visit to Central Japan.

1 Day Tour

1-Day Tour from Nagoya: Hiking the Historic Nakasendo Trail
Period	April – December
Time	10:00-18:00
Meeting Place	JR Nagoya Station
Adult Rate	¥24,900
Child Rate	¥12,900

For accommodation listings in or nearby Magome, see our ‘Magome, Tsumago & Kiso-Fukushima Area’ hotel page. We also recommend considering to stay to the north of Magome in Kiso-Fukushima with its access to the Limited Express Shinano services running between Nagano, Matsumoto and Nagoya, or in Nagoya—with its convenient access to the Shinkansen connecting Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.

Magome is also a convenient point from where to explore the Kiso Valley region including the nearby Kiso Ontake Mountain Range. For accommodation listings in the area, see our ‘Kiso-Fukushima & Narai Area’ hotel page.

1 Day Tour

1-Day Tour from Nagoya: Embrace Rural Japan in the Kiso Valley and Magome
Period	All Year Round
Time	8:00-17:30
Meeting Place	JR Nagoya Station
Adult Rate	¥29,800
Child Rate	¥17,900

Want to join a trek on the Nakasendo Trail?

Based in Central Japan and operating much of the year, we offer multiple highly entertaining group-tours of the Nakasendo that are sure to please. All tours are led by locally-based guides and include a visit to the towns of Magome and Tsumago as well as an 8km hike on the Nakasendo itself through beautiful forest. Our tours are fun, interactive and family-friendly. For more information, or to book a tour, click on either of the banners below. Pick up options are available from Nagano, Matsumoto, and Nagoya, making it easy for you to join wherever you are.

1 Day Tour

1-Day Tour from Nagano & Matsumoto: Step into the Past on the Nakasendo
Period	September to December, April to June
Time	08:15 – 18:30
Meeting Place	Nagano Station Matsumoto Station
Adult Rate	¥24,900
Child Rate	¥12,900

1 Day Tour

1-Day Tour from Nagoya: Hiking the Historic Nakasendo Trail
Period	April – December
Time	10:00-18:00
Meeting Place	JR Nagoya Station
Adult Rate	¥24,900
Child Rate	¥12,900

Of course, we also offer private tours and transport in and around the Nakasendo trail and Kiso Valley area, as well as other regional destinations. Our drivers and vehicles are fully certified, allowing us to transport you to and from your preferred destinations in combination with any activity that suits your schedule. All vehicles are well-maintained and in good condition, allowing you to relax and enjoy your ride to wherever you are going. 

We can arrange both private tours with an English-speaking guide or a private charter, including a private vehicle and driver but without a guide. We’d love to be part of your adventure in Central Japan and help you discover even more!

Got a question about visiting the Nakasendo Trail? Click the ‘INQUIRY’ button below and let’s get planning together!