Jigokudani Yaenkoen
Jigokudani Monkey Park is located in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture within the Joshinetsu Kogen National Park, at an elevation of 850 meters in a harsh environment. This area is covered in snow for a third of the year and is characterized by steep cliffs and the steam rising from hot springs, earning it the name "Jigokudani," meaning "Hell Valley." However, for Japanese macaques, this is a paradise, and since the park's opening in 1964, the sight of monkeys bathing in the hot springs has drawn attention from around the world. In spring, you can observe baby monkeys, in summer, playful juvenile monkeys, in autumn, the season of love, and in winter, monkeys enjoying the hot springs. With no cages or fences, visitors can see them in their natural state up close. Many researchers and photographers also visit, achieving numerous successes in their work.
Basic Information
- Spot Name
- Jigokudani Yaenkoen
- Location
- 〒381-0401 6845 Heion, Yamanochi Town, Shimo-Takai District, Nagano Prefecture
- Access
- Get off at Yudanaka Station on the Nagano Electric Railway Nagano Line, then take a bus for 15 minutes.
15 km from Shinshu Nakano IC, approximately 20 minutes. - Parking
- Parking available
- Business Hours
- 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (closed), from November to March 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Regular Holiday
- None
- Fees
- Adults (18 years and older) 800 yen, Children (elementary to high school students) 400 yen, Children (under 6 years old) free.
- Contact Information
- Phone Number：0269-33-4379
- Official Website
