Snow Lanterns & Edo Post Towns | 2-Day Winter Journey from Tokyo（Including tour guide）
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Kiso-Fukushima
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2 Days 1 Night
Max People :4–8 pax
Pickup: Hotel in Tokyo city
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2 Days 1 Night
Max People :4–8 pax
Pickup: Hotel in Tokyo city
You are welcomed to book the tour from 1 partipant. The minimum number of participants for this tour to operate is 4.
After your reservation is submitted, our tour operator will contact you as soon as possible to confirm tour availability, regardless of any automated confirmation email you may receive.
For safety and communication purposes during the trip, a reachable phone number is required for each participating group.
Cancellation Conditions：Free cancellation ≥ 14 days; 30% charge for 7–13 days; 50% charge for 3–6 days; 100% charge ≤ 3 days.
The icefall and snow lantern events are subject to weather conditions and may be adjusted or canceled depending on temperature changes.
Child age 6 and under requires to use the car seat during the trip. We recommend to bring your own car seat/booster. Please contact with tour operator in advance if you need help.
Overview
Our highlights are
Key highlights
Double Winter Spectacle – The illuminated icefalls and the Snow Lantern Festival create a magical double winter spectacle.
Edo Heritage Experience – Stroll through Magome-juku and Narai-juku, beautifully preserved Edo-period post towns rich in history and charm.
Kiso-Fukushima Snow Lantern Festival – Experience a magical winter night as lanterns light up the snow-covered town in a seasonal festival unique to Kiso-Fukushima.
Onsen Ryokan Stay – Stay in a local onsen hotel, savoring kaiseki dinner and relaxing in winter serenity.
Private & Guided – Travel in comfort and safety with a private car and an English-speaking guide.
What's Included
English-speaking guide
Private transportation
Accommodation (Dinner & Breakfast included)
Lunch
Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off within Tokyo city
Any personal expenses or tips
Travel insurance or accident insurance
Snow Lantern Festival other than Feb 6th/7th, 2026
Itinerary Details
Day 1
Icefall & Lantern Night
Private Transportation
Accommodation (local onsen hotel)
Dinner included
07:30 Depart from Tokyo hotel (private car charter pick-up)
07:30-12:00 Drive to Magome-juku (approx. 4.5 hours)
12:00-14:00【Lunch】at local restaurant, then enjoy a leisure walk through the Edo-period streets
14:00-15:30 Drive to Shirakawa Ice Waterfall Gorge (approx. 1.5h)
15:30-16:30 Visit the Kaida Plateau Icefall Illumination or Shirakawa Icefall Gorge
16:30-17:30 Transfer to Kiso-Fukushima, and check-in the Local Onsen hotel
19:00~ Enjoy an evening stroll through the Kiso-Fukushima Snow Lantern Festival (limited on Feb. 6th/7th, 2026. The schedule is subject to change depending on the circumstances.)
Day 2
Heritage & Lake Journey
Private Transportation
Breakfast at hotel
08:30 Depart from Kiso-Fukushima hotel, heading to Narai-juku (approx. 50 mins)
09:30-11:00 Stroll through the old town streets and browse local handicraft and souvenir shops
11:00-12:30 Transfer to Suwa Lake (approx. 1.5h)
12:30-13:30【Lunch】Lunch at local restaurant near Suwa Lake
13:30-17:00 Back to Tokyo hotel (approx. 3.5 hours)
Important Information
We will contact you via your provided contact information 2 days before your departure. If you do not receive any information, please check your email spam folder. If you still do not receive anything one day before the trip, please do not hesitate contacting us.
We only offer hotel pick-up and drop-off within the city area (Tokyo/Osaka/Kyoto), if your hotel is out of the area, we are happy to drop you off at a terminal station or where you request within the city area (need to be informed in advance).
All travel itineraries do not include travel insurance. Outdoor activities involve certain risks and dangers. The company is not responsible for any physical damage or injury caused by accidents or unforeseen factors. We highly recommend to purchase your own insurance in advance.
Please arrive at the meeting location 10 minutes before the departure time. The bus will depart according to the schedule and will not wait for late arrivals. You cannot join the tour midway.
If your group does not meet the minimum participants, you will enjoy the tour with other guests. We will contact you in advance as soon as the information is available. If the minimum participants are still not met by 14 days before the scheduled departure, the tour may be cancelled.
Please note that weekends, holidays, and event days may experience heavy traffic. The itinerary is for your reference and may be adjusted or shortened depending on actual conditions; also, there may be delays in arrival time due to traffic or other factors.
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Discover illuminated icefalls, snow lantern festivals, Edo-era post towns, and a tranquil onsen stay—all guided privately for a seamless winter escape.
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Q1. Are all tours guided by an English-speaking guide?
A: Not all.
At Japan Local Journeys, some tours are guided by professional English-speaking guides, while others are operated as driver-only private transfers.
Our driver-only tours are designed for travelers who prefer privacy and flexibility — you’ll have a private car and driver, while our operation team provides real-time English assistance via WhatsApp.
Please check each product page to see whether an English-speaking guide is included.
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