Wildlifeof Japan
Wildlife in Jigokudani Monkey Park
Nagano
A steep valley near Yudanaka where a troop of Japanese macaques comes down to bathe in a hot spring pool, most famously in the snow of January and February. The monkeys are wild but used to people; reach the park on a short forest walk and keep your distance.
Highlights
- Snow monkeys in the hot spring
- Best in winter snow
- Forest walk to the park
Top wildlife targets
Trip reports from here
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Quick answers
- What wildlife can you see in Jigokudani Monkey Park?
- Top wildlife targets in Jigokudani Monkey Park include Japanese Macaque, Japanese Serow and Eurasian Wild Pig. Highlights: Snow monkeys in the hot spring.
- Where is Jigokudani Monkey Park?
- Jigokudani Monkey Park is in Nagano, Japan (about 36.73°, 138.46°).
- What are the highlights of Jigokudani Monkey Park?
- Snow monkeys in the hot spring, Best in winter snow and Forest walk to the park.
- Are there trip reports for Jigokudani Monkey Park?
- Yes: Japan in winter 2025: Steller’s Sea-Eagles, Blakiston’s Fish Owl and Red-crowned Cranes.