Nagano Shiga Kogen UNESCO Blue Lake and Ghibli Onsen Town
Explore Japan’s first UNESCO Biosphere Park with its hidden emerald lake, and a 1,300-year-old Ghibli-inspired hot spring town. With a private car and guide, avoid crowds and receive photo memories. A Unique Experience of Nature and Culture Deep within the forests of Shiga Kogen — a UNESCO Biospher
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 6hDeep within the forests of Shiga Kogen — a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve — lies a shimmering emerald lake, a true hidden gem known only to locals. Unlike crowded tourist spots, here you can enjoy the scenery and seasonal wildlife in peace, from playful macaques to elusive stoats or even a Japanese serow.
Stop 2
⏱ 2hAfter Shiga kogen nature walk, step into a nostalgic hot spring town where cobblestone alleys, lantern-lit paths, and wooden inns evoke the charm of a Studio Ghibli film.
What to Bring
- •Service animals allowed
- •Specialized infant seats are available
- •Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- •Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- •Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- •Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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