Discover the Enchanting Jigokudani Valley

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, start from Awa and head north on Route 55. Continue on this road until you reach the junction with Route 18. Take the exit toward Matsumoto and merge onto Route 18. Follow Route 18 for approximately 30 km until you reach the town of Nakano. In Nakano, follow the signs for Route 292, which will take you towards Yamanochi. After about 10 km, turn left onto Route 292, and follow the road for another 15 km until you reach Jigokudani Valley. Make sure to check for parking options near the entrance.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, start by taking a train from Awa Station to Nagano Station. This journey takes about 1 hour. Once at Nagano Station, transfer to the Nagano Dentetsu Line and take the train towards Yudanaka Station. The train ride will take about 40 minutes. After arriving at Yudanaka Station, you can take a local bus (the number 100 bus) that goes directly to Jigokudani Monkey Park. The bus ride takes approximately 15 minutes. Ensure to check the bus schedule as it may vary.

• Taxi

  Alternatively, if you prefer a more direct route from Yudanaka Station, you can opt for a taxi. The taxi ride from Yudanaka Station to Jigokudani Valley takes about 10 minutes. Be prepared for taxi fares, which can range from 1,500 to 3,000 yen depending on traffic and the time of day. It might be useful to share a taxi with other travelers to minimize costs.