Nakasendo Way
The Self-Guided Trip – Nakasendo Way
- A journey through the heart of Japan
- Walk the historical Nakasendo Way through the Kiso Valley
- Walk on ishidatami (stone paving) dating back over 400 years
- Visit Nakatsugawa, Magome, Tsumago, Kiso Fukushima and Narai
$3,790.00
Nakasendo Way
The Group, Self-Guided Trip – Nakasendo Way
- Trek in a group of like-minded travellers
- A journey through the heart of Japan
- Visit Nakatsugawa, Magome, Tsumago, Kiso Fukushima and Narai
$3,690.00
Nakasendo Way
The Group Guided Trip – Nakasendo Way
- Fully guided walk with our qualified Japanese guide
- Dive into the colourful history of the Shogun/Samurai
- Walk on ishidatami (stone paving) dating back over 400 years
- Visit 16 of the original post towns from the Nobi plain land to deep in the Kisoji valley
$4,200.00
Nakasendo Way
The Highlights Trip with Shimosuwa Onsen – Nakasendo Way
- Visit Shimosuwa, the only hot springs district
- Understand the feudal history with our local guide
- Walk the historical Nakasendo Way through the Kiso Valley
- Walk on ishidatami (stone paving) dating back over 400 years
- Visit Nakatsugawa, Magome, Tsumago, Kiso-Fukushima and Narai
$3,195.00
Nakasendo Way
The Kiso Valley Highlights Trip – Nakasendo Way
- A short hike offering a great introduction to walking in Japan
- Walk the historical Nakasendo Way through the Kiso Valley
- Walk on ishidatami (stone paving) dating back over 400 years
- Understand the history of the Nakasendo Way with our local guide
- Visit Nakatsugawa, Magome, Tsumago, Kiso-Fukushima and Narai
$2,195.00
Nakasendo Way
The Shimosuwa Trip – Nakasendo Way
- Journey through the heart of Japan
- Visit Shimosuwa, the only hot springs district
- Walk the historical Nakasendo Way through the Kiso Valley
- Walk on ishidatami (stone paving) dating back over 400 years
- Visit Nakatsugawa, Magome, Tsumago, Kiso Fukushima and Narai
$3,995.00
Yoga, Meditation and Hiking
Japan – Yoga & Hiking
- Guided Shinrin- yoku (forest bathing) session
- Simple beauty and elegance of Japanese style accommodation
- Visit Nakatsugawa, Magome, Tsumago, Kiso-Fukushima and Narai
- Savour exquisite and delicately presented traditional Japanese dishes
$4,290.00

Exclusive Guide
GET INSPIRED
Ready to step back in time and discover a centuries-old road through the mountains of central Japan? The Nakasendo Way is a stunning 94km journey from Mitake to Narai. Steeped in history, much of this walk weaves through the picturesque Kiso Valley. The ‘post towns’ strung out along the route give an enticing and authentic glimpse into Japan’s past.
There is so much to discover on this route! Find out more in our comprehensive destination guide – it’s bursting with inspiration, travel essentials, practical information and more!
NAKASENDO WAY
Frequently Asked Questions
The best times to walk the Nakasendo Way are March to May and September to November.
Spring (March to May) is an extremely popular time to go because it is cherry blossom season in Japan. You can expect daytime temperatures of around 10–20°C.
Walking among the paddy fields in May and June is wonderful as it is planting season. Everyone comes out to help and it is quite a serene, beautiful sight.
Summer (June to August) During summer in Japan you can expect longer daylight hours, high humidity and higher rainfall, but the scenery is beautifully green and verdant.
June/early July is the rainy season so expect heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures in July/August vary from around 25–36°C. Come prepared with good wet weather gear and be prepared to sweat!
On most days you will be walking between 12km and 25km (4 to 9 hours), with ascents and descents. The walk will be more enjoyable if you have a good level of fitness and are participating in regular exercise in the lead up to your trip. We recommend completing 2 to 3 training walks per week (increasing to 15km each) while carrying an 8kg pack; some stair walking is recommended. The more training you do and the better prepared you are, the more you will enjoy this beautiful walk.

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Tailor-made trips
If you don’t see the exact trip you’re looking for then consider a customised trip, individually tailored to your ideal walking distances and timeframes. Or if you have a group of friends or family you can have your own private group departure. Have a look at our tailor-made trips page on the link below and drop us a line: