Even Japanese monkeys love a good hot spring
📍Jigokudani Monkey Park 『地獄谷野猿公苑』in Nagano, Japan
Nestled in Nagano Prefecture (~3.5 hrs from Tokyo), Jigokudani Monkey Park is famous for its wild Japanese macaques soaking in natural hot springs, especially in winter. The park was established to preserve their habitat amidst ski resort developments, but the monkeys roam freely, offering a rare chance to observe them up close in their natural environment.
Not a bad stop if you’re visiting Nagano for ski season ^＿^