YAMANOUCHI, Nagano Prefecture—Visitors to the popular monkey park here have been delighted by the sight of wild Japanese macaques soaking in hot springs to escape the winter chill. Approximately ...

Nagano (長野) is one of Japan’s top travel spots, known for its seasonal beauty, stunning mountains, and rich history and culture. This guide covers the best times to visit, must-see sights, local food, ...

Scientists have been studying the primates at some of the nation’s hot springs ... volcanic activity that heats the springs. Maciek Pożoga The “Snow Monkey Express” was almost empty ...

2 hours from Tokyo, Nagano is a magnet for skiers ... Wild snow monkeys soak in natural hot springs to escape the winter chill. This is Jigokudani Monkey Park, home to a population of Japanese ...