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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.

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.

Tsumago-juku（妻籠宿）is a magical town where the atmosphere of Japan 400 years ago still remains. With its historical buildings, traditional shops, and local food, you can enjoy a unique experience that feels just like stepping back in time to 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.

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.

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.

This article introduces the locations and usage of coin lockers 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.

Discover Atami, a beautiful resort 45 minutes from Tokyo. Enjoy hot springs, scenic views, and local cuisine. We explain how to get to Atami from Tokyo. The best way is taking a Shinkansen( a bullet train).