Jigokudani Monkey Park

About

See wild monkeys soak in hot springs surrounded by snow.

Why go

• See wild Japanese macaques bathe in natural hot springs
• Unique wildlife encounter
• Magical and gorgeous natural environment

Must try

• See snow monkeys bathing in hot springs
• Watch wild snow monkeys relaxing in natural hot springs
• See monkeys bathing in hot springs
• See snow monkeys soaking in hot springs
• Watch wild Japanese macaques bathe in natural hot springs

Pro tips

• Wear good shoes or crampons as it can be slippery
• Hike about 30-40 minutes through a forest trail
• Catch the earliest express bus and line up early
• Bus from Nagano Station, cash only
• Stay the night before in Yamanouchi

Good to know

• Do not touch or feed the monkeys
• Park closes at 5 PM
• Strict online booking system, capping daily entries

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Rating

4.5 / 5 (10472 reviews)

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