Tokyo: Togakushi Sacred Trail Day Tour with Shinkansen
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
- Languages: English
- English-speaking professional guide throughout the tour
- Guided visit to Chusha, Kuzuryusha, and Okusha Shrines
- Tour coordination and customer support
- Private round-trip taxi transfers between Nagano Station and Togakushi Shrine area
- Round-trip Shinkansen (bullet train) tickets between Tokyo and Nagano
- Cultural commentary on Japanese mythology and spiritual traditions
- Drinks and snacks
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Meals (lunch at a local soba restaurant is self-paid)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Languages: English
- English-speaking professional guide throughout the tour
- Guided visit to Chusha, Kuzuryusha, and Okusha Shrines
- Tour coordination and customer support
- Private round-trip taxi transfers between Nagano Station and Togakushi Shrine area
- Round-trip Shinkansen (bullet train) tickets between Tokyo and Nagano
- Cultural commentary on Japanese mythology and spiritual traditions
- Drinks and snacks
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Meals (lunch at a local soba restaurant is self-paid)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Meet your English-speaking guide at Tokyo Station and begin your journey on the Hokuriku Shinkansen, Japan’s high-speed bullet train, bound for Nagano. Upon arrival, you’ll travel by private taxi into the tranquil mountain forests of Togakushi, one of Japan’s most spiritual and mythologically rich regions.
Begin your cultural walking experience at Chusha Shrine, dedicated to the god of wisdom. From there, take a peaceful forest trail to Kuzuryusha Shrine, which honors the nine-headed dragon deity associated with water and harvest. Then continue on to Okusha Shrine, the most revered of the Togakushi shrines, reached via a stunning path flanked by towering 400-year-old cedar trees and the dramatic Zuishinmon gate.
After this spiritually enriching experience, enjoy lunch at a local soba restaurant—Togakushi’s handmade buckwheat noodles are among Japan’s most beloved regional dishes. Lunch is self-paid, with restaurant recommendations provided.
Your tour concludes with a return taxi transfer to Nagano Station, where you’ll board the Shinkansen back to Tokyo, arriving by late afternoon. This full-day journey is perfect for travelers seeking cultural depth, natural beauty, and a seamless escape from the city.
- Enjoy handmade soba noodles at a traditional restaurant (lunch self-paid)
- Feel the sacred energy walking the Togakushi Shrine Trail in Nagano’s mountains
- Hike beneath ancient cedar trees over 400 years old on a peaceful forest path
- Travel hassle-free with round-trip Shinkansen and private taxi transfers
- Visit ancient Shinto shrines and hear legends of gods and mountain spirits
The meeting point may vary. Always check the tickets we sent you to confirm the final details before the activity.
Not suitable for
- Children under 6 years
- People over 95 years
- People with mobility impairments
What to bring
- Camera
- Cash
- Comfortable shoes
- Water
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Know before you go
- Advance notice required for small children under 6 joining without a seat
- If guests are unable to join part or all of the tour due to personal reasons (such as being late), they are responsible for any resulting losses. No refunds or compensation will be provided.
- Minimum group size is 4 participants; tour may be canceled if minimum is not met
- The walking trail includes uneven forest terrain and requires moderate fitness
- This tour departs promptly at 08:00; no refunds for missed departure due to lateness
- Weather conditions may impact visibility or accessibility of the shrines
