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I have lived in Japan for 13 years and one of my favorite Japanese adventures to do with visitors is the Nakasendo trail from Magome to Tsumago. It is an easy 8 kilometer hike through the Japanese countryside that exposes the hiker to two super cute little post towns. Furthermore, the area is filled with a number of truly fabulous ryokans. Now, I normally do this hike during the summer months, but I recently revisited the area in March and to my surprise, the trail was filled with snow which made the process slightly more challenging but also added to the beauty.
Matthew Stovall
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Amazing! Had an incredible day walking the pass with my mom. We walked in direction Magome to Tsumago, which was definitely easier than it would have been the other way round. After Tsumago we walked further to Nagiso Station. This part of the walk we saw less hikers coming our direction. In the middle of the trail there was a tea house with an elderly man serving us tea for free. He does it with so much care, a great resting moment. The trail has beautiful nature and was a great way to clear our heads.
Lucienne
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Lovely hike. Depending on fitness/ desire for a challenge pick your route. Magome to Tsumago is an easier walk than the other way around with 2km uphill followed by 6km downhill. If you have time I recommend continuing on to Nagiso. The town itself is nothing special but the route is also beautiful with more bamboo and some dramatic views. Be aware some rest points and toilets are not open December to February. Although the free tea house was and the host was very friendly.
Max Panter
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Another town popular with day trippers but is also on the Nakasendo Trail. I stayed overnight. Be aware the town basically shuts up shop at 5.00pm and nothing remains open. So if you want food/dinner you need to organise with your accommodation, which also is limited and needs to be booked in advance. The town seems more set up and upgraded compared to its sister Tsumago. It's still pretty and lovely. Both are photographers paradise. Well worth a visit.
Redfern Redfern
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We've been here in late september (when it was hot, so wear light clothing during summer). We parked our car in Tsumago and walked to Magome along the trail. The trail is very well signed. The scenary along the trail is nice with itneresting history anecdotes. If you're not that interested in history, then there is no need to come here. If you're in shape then there are planty of better trekking trails in the area.
Eyal Gur
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Love this trail. There are clear signs with English to mark the path the entire way. Free parking at both ends. Highly recommend the direction Magome TO Tsumago. Bathrooms all along the trail. I would rate this 4 out of 10 difficulty. It’s mostly flat with a few slopes throughout. Uneven path at points so you may want ankle support but it’s not necessary. Easy to complete within three hours maximum at a slow pace.
Taylor Colby
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