Tsumago-juku

Tsumago is part of a natural protected environment for many years, and registered first on the list of national heritage sites with Shirakawago and Gion, the famous old street in Kyoto.
Unlike Magome Juku, which had been destroyed by fire at the beginning of the XXth century, Tsumago always kept the beautiful and charming appearance of a Edo period town.  



 
There is a will to help revitalize Magome streets and do something positive in order to welcome more visitors. Regarding Tsumago, it maintains the quiet and the peaceful atmosphere like it was in the old days. Here, it stands old mansions which are true cultural treasures since Edo period. There are also Kisoji Museum, and the Honjin (Former accommodation for the nobles, and the upper classes). You could stroll in the streets and imagine yourself back in time, coming across aristocrats who lived here a long time ago.  

  

Hiking on the ancient road of Nakasendo (Magome-Tsumago)

There are about 9 kilometers of hiking from the 43rd Shukuba, Magome Juku and the 42nd, Tsumago Juku. Once you will have hike the slope from Magome Juku, you will arrive at Magome Touge, the highest point of this road. You will observe a charming mansion a little further away from Magome Touge, dating back to the second third of the Edo period that is nowadays a resting place where you could drink a tea quietly and catch your breath. On the way, you will see a beautiful waterfall and a breathtaking view. Indeed, the hike is surrounded by wonderful nature. Moreover,  the paved paths into the lush vegetation make the ambiance mysterious and fascinating. It takes 3 hours to go to Tsumago-juku if you walk slowly and it has only 200 meters difference in height so the hike is suitable for everyone. In addition, the starting point and arrival are beautiful villages full of charm. Consequently, it attracts many foreign visitors and you could met many hikers from everywhere in the world.

  
 

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