Winter | Myoko Tourism

February 27, 2021

WINTER IN MYOKO

Activites around Myoko

Here a few suggestions for the early season. This is great chance to experience some great culture and local sights.

This is a full-day winter tour to one of the most stunning locations in Myoko. Experience snowshoeing through a beautiful woodland with your experienced guide. Stop while the guide creates a snow table, and then prepares a hot lunch. Along the way are countless animal tracks—sometimes the animals themselves—and birds. The tour then crosses suspension

AKAKURA FIRST STEPS

AKAKURA FIRST STEPS is an introductory half-day event geared for individuals, families or small groups who would like to experience the mountains on snowshoes.

Umigatari Joetsu Aquarium

Umigatari Joetsu Aquarium was rebuilt in 2018. It is one of the few places in Japan where you can see beluga whales and magellanic penguins.

Kimi no I

Kimi no I is a great place to visit for lovers of Japanese sake and for those who enjoy traditional Japanese culture. The brewery was founded in 1842 and saké has been brewed in this current building since 1904!

Ryotei Ukiyo

A ryotei is a traditional high-class Japanese restaurant that represents the region’s food culture. Visit this amazing Joetsu Ryotei

Kanzuri Factory

Kanzuri is a special seasoning paste made from fermented red peppers. Visit the famous factory all year round and learn about this famous local spice.

Jigokudani Monkey Park

The world famous Jigokudani Monkey Park is situated in Yamanouchi Town in Nagano Prefecture and is a must-see location during the winter months.

Onsen

All the hot spring (onsen) baths in Myoko and the prices to enter them.

Zenkoji Temple

Zenkoji Temple is one of the most important temples in Japan and contains 1,400 years of history with in its compound.

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