VESPER & MILE

Kiso: Magome & Tsumago

Old roads. New perspectives.

Stone-paved street and traditional buildings in Magome-juku, with mountains beyond
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Gifu & Nagano

Old roads. New perspectives.

Walk between two historic post towns and leave time for the journey in between. Our first Kiso guides focus on Magome–Tsumago, rather than the entire Nakasendo.

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YOUR PACE: A village walk with an optional overnight stay
PLAN YOUR ARRIVAL: Compare bus access to Magome from Nakatsugawa with Tsumago connections from Nagiso. Check the return bus before setting off and reserve a room if you plan to stay.
SEASONS & CONDITIONS: Mountain weather can change quickly. Check trail conditions, daylight and luggage-service dates.

START PLANNING

Kiso: Magome & Tsumago / 2 guides

Kiso: Magome & Tsumago / Walking

Magome to Tsumago Walking Guide

Plan the approximately 8 km Nakasendo walk with the right direction, rail and bus gateways, daylight, luggage and weather checks.

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Traditional streets in Tsumago-juku, Nagano.

Kiso: Magome & Tsumago / Travel planning

Planning a Nakasendo Trip: Access, Luggage and Accommodation

A practical plan for the Magome–Tsumago section: rail gateways, dated luggage rules, post-town accommodation and booking checks.

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Photo: 皓月旗

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