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What you'll do
Discover the enchanting Togakushi region during a private winter tour that blends outdoor fun with cultural exploration. Begin your day at the Togakushi Ski Resort, where you can enjoy family-friendly snow activities or take on the slopes for skiing or snowboarding (optional; guest's own expense). Later, venture into the serene cedar-lined trails, visiting the sacred Togakushi Chusha Shrine. This tour allows for pickup at any hotel in Nagano, making it ideal for families and adventure seekers alike. Get ready for a day filled with snow, tradition, and breathtaking views of the Japanese Alps.
- Enjoy snow activities or skiing (optional; guest's own expense) at Togakushi Ski Resort
- Visit the famous cedar tree pilgrimage trail and Togakushi Chusha Shrine
- Private vehicle transport with flexible pick-up/drop-off from major locations in Nagano
- Guided tour in English or Chinese, tailored to your group’s interests.
Tour Highlight
Discover the enchanting Togakushi region during a private winter tour that blends outdoor fun with cultural exploration. Begin your day at the Togakushi Ski Resort, where you can enjoy family-friendly snow activities or take on the slopes for skiing or snowboarding (optional; guest's own expense). Later, venture into the serene cedar-lined trails, visiting the sacred Togakushi Chusha Shrine. This tour allows for pickup at any hotel in Nagano, making it ideal for families and adventure seekers alike. Get ready for a day filled with snow, tradition, and breathtaking views of the Japanese Alps.
- Enjoy snow activities or skiing (optional; guest's own expense) at Togakushi Ski Resort
- Visit the famous cedar tree pilgrimage trail and Togakushi Chusha Shrine
- Private vehicle transport with flexible pick-up/drop-off from major locations in Nagano
- Guided tour in English or Chinese, tailored to your group’s interests.
What is included?
Private transportation
Private Tour guide
Entrance to the Family Snow Fun area at the Togakushi Ski Resort
What is not included?
Lunch
Snacks
Togakushi Ski Resort Lift Pass (optional at own payment upon arrival at the resort)
Ski or Snowboard Equipment (optional at own payment upon arrival at the resort)
Shinkansen / ‘Bullet Train’ tickets
Accommodation
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Lighthouse Tour Guide, operated by Machinovate Japan Ltd., is a Nagano-based travel and hospitality company that strives to provide the quintessential Central Japan experience to all eager travelers through quality group and private tours, convenient private charters, as well as organizing your hotel stays and ski packages. No matter your destination: from the famous Snow Monkey Park to serene Shirakawa-go, from majestic Mount Fuji to the quaint corners of Kanazawa, we are excited to be a part of your unforgettable journey in Central Japan!
Itinerary
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Togakushi Ski Resort
1
Togakushi Ski Resort
Stop: 4 hours
2
Togakushi Shrine Chusha
Stop: 45 minutes
Once departed from the ski resort, you can begin your cultural exploration at Togakushi Chusha, one of five major shrines in the Togakushi complex. Your guide will share the ancient Shinto legends, including the local myth surrounding the local gods of Togakushi and legend of the “hidden door” that gives Togakushi its name. You will also have some free time in this area to take pictures and potentially purchase local charms from the shrine monks.Read moreMore about Togakushi Shrine Chusha
3
Togakushi Shrine Okusha (Main Shrine) Zuishinmon
Stop: 90 minutes
This concludes the tour.
You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.