Togakushi is a sacred place where mountain worship once flourished. You'll see some shinto shrines in the deep forests guarded by sacred mountains. Unbeaten natural beauty will also make you feel refreshed.
At your hotel or Nagano station
We head for Togakushi by taxi.
You will enjoy the beautiful scenery of the pond. The surface reflects surrounding forests and mountains like a mirror (kagami in Japanese).
This gate to Okusha is an attractive spot. It is surrounded by super tall cedar trees. The round trip to the gate is about 30 min on foot.
I truly recommend soba lunch. The soba noodles served at Togakushi is extremely nice!!
You will visit one or two of the five sacred Shinto shrines in Togakushi.
At your hotel or Nagano station
Guide fee, Guide's transportation fee (Guide's house to Nagano Station)
Taxi fare: about ¥40,000/vehicle (5hrs) , Lunch
If you want to pay a quick visit to Togakushi, taking a taxi is the best choice. I'll escort you to each place, so please feel relaxed. This tour is available only from May to October.
Basically, I am available on weekdays. But if you are planning to have a long tour including the weekend, please let me know. I think that I can be flexible. In addition to the guide fee, you are requested to pay my transportation to the meeting spot. Thank you for your understanding.
“May 2024, Nagano and Matsumoto”
Emi was wonderful and the best guide we could have asked for. She was nice, flexible, great sense of humor, and very accommodating. She was very knowledgeable about history, the region, the customs and the local cuisine. We truly enjoyed all of her recommendations and her going out of the way to ensure we bought the best souvenirs. We enjoyed both of our days with her, and if we come back, we would definitely book her services again!
Emi F.
(7 reviews)Your family was wonderful guests to me, too. For the two days, I enjoyed your company very much. You had already learned many things about Japan, so your curiosity and great love for Japan has made me develop as a guide a lot. My dotted knowledge and experiences in my life were woven into loving silk strings through you. In that sense, you are beautiful silkworms, lol! I greatly thank you for everything, and I hope that you'll have many wonderful family trips. :)
“Great trip to snow monkeys/ Nagano!”
Emi was a wonderful guide! She is very knowledgeable about the Nagano area. We truly enjoyed our day visiting the snow monkeys. Emi gave me frequent updates on weather, how to prepare, and was available for any questions. We then explored Nagano, ate local food, and went to a sake brewery. This was one of my favorite days in Japan! Thank you, Emi-san for a memorable experience!
Emi F.
(7 reviews)Thank you very much for your wonderful review! I really enjoyed accompanying you. We detoured on the way and I cannot forget the soba lunch with you! Thank you for the warm-hearted memory. I wish you a merry Christmas and a new year filled with good health and happiness.
“Wonderful Tour”
Emi was amazing! I initially booked the incorrect start time and she was more than willing to change it for us. She was thoughtful, well-prepared, and very knowledgeable. She customized the tour to meet our needs. I would highly recommend booking a tour with Emi, you won't regret it!
Emi F.
(7 reviews)Thank you very much for choosing "Nagano Town Walk”. You kindly allowed me to do what I most wanted to do as a local guide. I was "super happy” walking with you two and showing my hometown around. Nothing would be better to me than my guests enjoyed my hometown! I won’t forget our pleasant walks before and after dusk. I sincerely appreciate your high recognition.