š Jigokudani translates to "Hell's Valley" due to its eerie bubbling hot springs, harsh landscape, and snowy climate. It is home to Japanese Macaques, also known as Snow Monkeys, famous for bathing in natural hot springs.
š Observe wild Japanese macaques up close
āØļø See snow monkeys bathing in natural hot springs
šø Unique wildlife photography opportunity
āØ Experience a surreal and spiritual setting
šļø Remote location, requires travel and a 1.6 km hike
ā ļø Trail can be slippery in winter, snow boots recommended
āļø Best to visit in winter when everything is covered in snow
š Visit early to mid-day to see both feeding and bathing
š Snow boots and jackets can be rented from the information center
š° Express bus from Nagano to park entrance is 1,400 yen.
š Daily, typically 9:00-16:00.
Last updated 8 days ago
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