7 Days through Japan’s Mountain Towns, Spring 2026

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In this travel documentary, I’ll show you how to spend 7 unforgettable days in Japan’s mountain towns — from the thatched-roof village of Shirakawa-go and the preserved streets of Takayama, to the koi-filled canals of Hida, Matsumoto’s majestic castle, the cedar forests of Nagano, and the snow monkeys of Yamanouchi.

Whether it’s your first time visiting Japan or you’re returning for something quieter beyond the big cities, this itinerary takes you through some of the most beautiful places in the Japanese Alps — blending historic towns, nature, local food, and slow travel into one unforgettable journey.

7 Days in Japan’s Mountain Towns, Spring 2026 - (Nagano, Takayama, Matsumoto & Shirakawa-go)
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Hotel we stayed at:
Hotel Takayama Station: https://trip.tpx.lv/R6h3zLZ4
Matsumoto: https://trip.tpx.lv/yRdHtYdg
Nagano: https://trip.tpx.lv/vVSrgjaf
Yamanochi Onsen Town: https://trip.tpx.lv/HKvbzBQz

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Chapter:
00:00 Intro
00:23 Day 1: Shirakawa-go & Takayama City
04:50 Day 2: Exploring Takayama & trip to Hida
10:27 Day 3: Exploring Matsumoto City & Castle
12:44 Day 4: Narai-Juku Post Town & Exploring Matsumoto
15:52 Train to Nagano & Stay
16:15: Day 5: Nagano: Togakushi Shrine, Cedar Tree Promenade & Zenko-ji Temple
20:08 Day 6: Yamanouchi Onsen Town, Exploring the Town & Japanese food
23:00 Day 7: Jigokudani Yaen-Koen (Snow Monkey Onsen Park)

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