@crystinecalleryn: DETAILS👇🏻 📍Jigokudani Yaen-Koen transport option (high season): Option 1: The Express Bus (Fastest & Easiest) • Cost: ¥3000 one-way (approx. 45 mins). • The "Snow Monkey Pass": ¥6,800 – This is highly recommended! It covers your round-trip express bus fare plus the park entry fee so you don’t need to line up for the ticket (¥800). • Where to buy: Purchase at the Nagano Station bus office on the day of travel. • 💡 Pro-Tip: Seats are first-come, first-served. Line up at least 30 minutes early for the morning buses to ensure you get a spot! Option 2: Local Train & Bus (The Scenic Route) • Cost: The local pass is ¥5.100 (includes Nagaden train, local bus, and park entry). • Route: Take the Nagano Dentetsu Line to Yudanaka Station, then a short local bus ride to the park trail. if you go earlier the train might need to transit before reaching yudanaka. • ⚠️ Note: This takes longer, and schedules can change. Keep an eye on local announcements, as heavy snow can occasionally suspend train service or close the walking trail. 🚗 Option 3: Driving Yourself • Flexibility: Great for stopping at nearby Shibu Onsen. • Caution: The mountain roads are extremely slippery in winter. Ensure your rental has snow tires and you are comfortable driving in icy, narrow conditions. Important Reminder Regardless of how you get there, there is a 25-30 minute walk through the forest from the bus stop to the actual monkey pool. Wear sturdy, waterproof boots—the trail gets very muddy and icy! #snowmonkeypark #nagano #japan

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Saturday 03 January 2026 01:18:09 GMT