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Nagano Snow Monkeys: The Best Itinerary

Nagano’s snow monkeys are world-famous. Here is how to see them — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Jigokudani
  2. 2Monkeys
  3. 3Zenkō-ji
  4. 4Togakushi

The monkeys

The bathing macaques.

The temple

Ancient Zenkō-ji.

The shrines

The cedar-lined Togakushi.

Nagano snow monkeys — FAQ

When can you see the snow monkeys bathing?
Most reliably in the snowy winter months.
Where is the monkey park?
At Jigokudani, about an hour from Nagano.
Is there a walk to the park?
Yes — a scenic forest trail leads to it.