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For those seeking hiking and forest bathing in Japan, I highly recommend the Joyama Nature Trail in Kiso-Fukushima. This wonderful hiking course offers spectacular views of the Kiso-Fukushima townscape and surrounding mountains from the mountaintop.
Tsumago-juku is a historic post town on the old Nakasendo Road, Located in Nagano, in the centre of Japan. It takes about 2.5 hours from Tokyo, or 2 hours from Osaka by train. A perfect spot for a day trip or an overnight stay!
Experience the historic Nakasendo trail from Magome-juku to Tsumago-juku in Japan. An 8km, 3-hour hike through ancient forests, past waterfalls, and between two beautifully preserved post towns from the Edo period.
Discover Kiso-Fukushima (木曽福島), a charming mountain town in Japan that perfectly combines natural beauty with rich history. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about visiting this historic post town on the famous Nakasendo Trail, including top attractions, hiking trails, temples, and cultural sites. Perfect for international visitors seeking an authentic Japanese experience.
Magome-juku is a charming historic post town along the important Nakasendo Trail in Japan. You can access here in about 4 hours from Tokyo via Nagoya, or about 2 hours from Nagoya.
We show how to travel from Tokyo to Kiso Valley by train. Discover historic Nakasendo post towns like Narai-juku and Tsumago-juku. Includes ticket booking tips, route comparisons, and practical advice for first-time visitors to this traditional Japanese mountain region.
Discover Atami, a beautiful hot spring resort just 1 hour from Tokyo. Enjoy scenic views, museums, gardens, and historic sites like Kinomiya Shrine. Perfect for a day trip or extended stay.
We would like to explain the locations and usage of coin lockers (luggage storage) at Atami Station. For tourists, the most recommended lockers are just to the left after exiting the ticket gate, and on the 3rd floor of LUSCA Atami, a shopping centre connected to the station. Suica IC cards are accepted at some lockers.