Experience Japan’s most beautiful starry sky in Achi Village, enjoy a special farm-style dinner buffet, and stroll through the nostalgic post town of Magome-juku on this unforgettable day trip from Nagoya.
Achi Village Starry Sky Night Tour – Visit one of Japan’s best stargazing spots, ranked No.1 for star visibility.
Heavens Sonohara Gondola Ride – Travel up to 1,400m for a breathtaking night sky experience.
Light & Nature Experience Zones – Enjoy interactive light displays, forest walks, and guided star explanations.
Special Dinner Buffet at Barbers Dining – Homemade dishes using fresh local vegetables prepared by local farmers.
Magome-juku – Walk through a beautifully preserved Edo-period post town with stone-paved streets.
Chicory Village – Shop for local specialties, fresh bread, and unique chicory-based products.
Achi Village Starry Sky Night Tour
Located in the mountains of Nagano, Achi Village is known as one of the best places in Japan for stargazing. Ride a gondola up to 1,400 meters above sea level, where all artificial lights are turned off, revealing a sky filled with countless stars. Surrounded by mountains and clean air, the view is truly breathtaking and impossible to experience in the city.
At the summit, you can also enjoy themed light displays, guided star explanations, and peaceful walking paths through the forest. Different zones allow you to experience the night sky in your own way, from interactive light installations to quiet stargazing areas.
Barbers Dining – Special Dinner Buffet
Enjoy a warm and authentic dining experience at this farm-style restaurant known as “Grandma’s Kitchen.” Local farmers prepare around 35 handmade dishes using freshly harvested vegetables and seasonal ingredients. The healthy, vegetable-focused buffet offers a wide variety of flavors, upgraded specially for dinner.
Magome-juku (Nakasendo Post Town)
Step back in time as you explore Magome-juku, a historic post town along the Nakasendo route from the Edo period. The stone-paved streets, traditional wooden buildings, and local snack shops create a nostalgic atmosphere. Enjoy strolling, tasting local treats, and experiencing a slower pace of life away from the city.
Chicory Village
A unique theme park centered around chicory, offering a wide range of local products and specialties. Browse through one of the largest souvenir selections in the region, including chicory-based items, freshly baked bread, and popular local goods.
Information about tour Place of departure and destination: From Nagoya to Nagano, Gifu Number of days of travel: 1 day Means of transportation: Bus Name of bus company: Shachi Bus Co., Ltd. or equivalent Meal(s): Dinner 1 Minimum number of passengers to operate: 20 Number of GUIDE:1
Tour Operator Information Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd. Department Name: Chubu Sales Headquarters Address: Dainagoya Building 16F, 3-28-12 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, JAPAN, 450-6416 Registration No: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Contact Information Department Name: Inbound Travel Sales Division DMC Department Chubu Team Address: Dainagoya Building 16F, 3-28-12 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, JAPAN, 450-6416 Tel: +81- 50-1752-8429 Opening hour: 10:00~18:00 (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)
General Travel Services Manager: Kaku Imamura *The Tour Operations Manager is responsible for transactions related to your travel at the sales office handling your travel arrangements. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the explanations provided by the staff about this travel contract, please do not hesitate to contact the above-mentioned Tour Operations Manager.
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