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Private Guided Kirigamine Tour in Nagano: Marsh Walk & Lunch
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover the serene beauty of Kirigamine in Nagano on this private guided tour led by a local English-speaking guide. After meeting in Suwa, enjoy a scenic drive up to the 1,600-meter highlands, where clear days may offer views of Mount Fuji and the Japanese Alps.
The tour then continues to Yashima Marsh, a 12,000-year-old National Natural Monument of Japan and the highlight of the experience. Walk at a relaxed pace along flat boardwalk trails surrounded by seasonal flowers and peaceful wetland scenery with a lunch break at a traditional mountain hut during the walk.
On the way back down, stop at several favorite local viewpoints for more scenic views before drop-off at the station or loca...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Kami-Suwa Station
Your guide will be waiting just outside the ticket gates of JR Chuo Line Kamisuwa Station, holding a sign with your name. From Tokyo, take the JR Limited Express Azusa from Shinjuku Station. If you prefer hotel pickup or another meeting point, please let us know when booking.
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Private Guided Kirigamine Tour in Nagano: Marsh Walk & Lunch
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Discover the serene beauty of Kirigamine in Nagano on this private guided tour led by a local English-speaking guide. After meeting in Suwa, enjoy a scenic drive up to the 1,600-meter highlands, where clear days may offer views of Mount Fuji and the Japanese Alps.
The tour then continues to Yashima Marsh, a 12,000-year-old National Natural Monument of Japan and the highlight of the experience. Walk at a relaxed pace along flat boardwalk trails surrounded by seasonal flowers and peaceful wetland scenery with a lunch break at a traditional mountain hut during the walk.
On the way back down, stop at several favorite local viewpoints for more scenic views before drop-off at the station or loca...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Kami-Suwa Station
Your guide will be waiting just outside the ticket gates of JR Chuo Line Kamisuwa Station, holding a sign with your name. From Tokyo, take the JR Limited Express Azusa from Shinjuku Station. If you prefer hotel pickup or another meeting point, please let us know when booking.
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Itinerary
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Mt. Kirigamine
At Kirigamine, participants can enjoy a scenic drive through the highlands, take in panoramic mountain views, stop for photos at beautiful viewpoints, and enjoy short easy walks or light hiking while experiencing the fresh mountain air and wide-open natural landscape.
2 hours
2
Yashimagahara Wetland
At Yashima Marsh, guests can fully enjoy the beauty of the wetland landscape while walking along the wooden boardwalk trails. Along the way, they can observe seasonal plants, alpine flowers, and local wildlife, while listening to the guide’s stories and insights about the marsh’s nature and history. A full walk around the marsh takes about 1.5 hours, but the route and pace can be adjusted depending on participants’ interests and comfort level. The experience also includes a simple lunch break at a mountain hut located deeper in the marsh, offering a peaceful rest surrounded by nature.
3 hours
3
Tateishi Park
At Tateishi Park, guests can enjoy one of the best panoramic views over Lake Suwa, with beautiful scenery of the lake, town, and surrounding mountains. The park is also famous as a real-life inspiration spot for the anime film Your Name, making it a memorable stop for both nature lovers and anime fans. It is an ideal place for photos, sightseeing, and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere.
