Tsumago-juku

About

Step back in time in this preserved historic post town, a peaceful escape on the nakasendo trail.

Why go

• Feels like stepping straight into the edo period
• Authentic japanese experience away from over-tourism
• Time stopped 300 years ago

Must try

• Walk the preserved old post town
• Visit the traditional wooden inns
• Stroll the quiet historic street
• Hike the nakasendo trail
• Enjoy kakigori (shaved ice)

Pro tips

• Go early or stay overnight to enjoy the village
• Take the limited express shinano to nakatsugawa station
• Continue by bus to magome
• Download maps, signal drops in parts of kiso valley
• Consider hiking in reverse for a quieter experience

Good to know

• Cars are banned by day
• Power lines are tucked out of sight
• Locals have a strict rule: don’t sell, don’t rent, don’t destroy

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Rating

4.3 / 5 (7490 reviews)

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