Major city · Japan
Nakatsugawa
Spend a half‑day in Nakatsugawa to soak at the onsen and see Naegi Castle ruins; add a morning visit to Magome if time allows.
Nakatsugawa is a small city in Gifu Prefecture, reachable by JR Chuo Line. Its main draws are the Nakatsugawa Onsen, historic Naegi Castle ruins and the nearby post‑town Magome. One half‑day covers the core sights; a full day lets you add Magome or a longer hike in the Kiso Mountains.
More
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Sep–Nov
- avoid Jun–Jul
- Airport
- NGO
- Nights
- 0.5
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Nakatsugawa110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Nakatsugawa, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; watch for occasional rockfall on Misaka Pass road and keep valuables secure in crowded train stations.
Show all 12 answers
- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportNGO Chubu Centrair International (JR limited express to Nagoya, then about 1 h by train to Nakatsugawa).
- Getting aroundJR Chuo Line stops at Nakatsugawa Station; Akechi Railway provides local service eastward.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealLocal noodle bowl¥600–¥900 (≈ US$5–7)
- Museum or sight ticketOnsen entry (weekday)¥700 (≈ US$5)
- Budget bedGuesthouse private room, a night, per room¥4,000 (≈ US$30)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse private room, a night, per room¥6,000 (≈ US$45)
- High-end bedGuesthouse private room, a night, per room¥9,000 (≈ US$65)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥8,000 (≈ US$55) · High ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- NGO Chubu Centrair International (JR limited express to Nagoya, then about 1 h by train to Nakatsugawa)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Feb
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Mar
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Apr
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
May
not flagged
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Avoid
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Nov
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Dec
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Best: Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jun–Jul. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Feb (9). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Nakatsugawa: next 7 days
Loading forecast…
Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
Loading…
Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
10 rd
Feb
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
Mar
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
9 rd
Apr
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
9 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
9 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
11 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9 rd
Oct
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
9 rd
Nov
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
9 rd
Dec
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
JR Chuo Line stops at Nakatsugawa Station; Akechi Railway provides local service eastward. Local buses connect the onsen, castle ruins and Magome. Walkable town centre.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Magome
goDoor to door: ≈45 min total
Bus from Nakatsugawa Station, about 30 min
Well‑preserved post‑town on the Nakasendō trail; easy walk from the stop.
Naegi Castle ruins
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Drive or local bus east from town, ~15 min
Free entry, offers city views.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Nakatsugawa Station area
Convenient for train arrivals; several budget inns and guesthouses within 5 min walk.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥8,000–12,000 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse private room1 × 1 night × ¥4,000 | ¥4,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ¥5,000 | ¥5,000 |
| JR Chuo line round‑trip to Nakatsugawa1 × ¥2,500 · check | ¥2,500 |
| Onsen entry (weekday/weekend)1 × ¥700 · weekday ¥700, weekend ¥1,000 | ¥700 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥1,220 |
| Trip total≈ ¥13,420 per person per day, bed included | ¥13,420≈ US$95 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Onsen entry (weekday) | ¥700 (≈ US$5) |
| Onsen entry (weekend) | ¥1,000 (≈ US$7) |
| Kurikinton (chestnut sweet) | ¥300–¥500 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Local noodle bowl | ¥600–¥900 (≈ US$5–7) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Road to Misaka Pass on the Nagano side closes to vehicles due to rockfall risk; use the Chūō Expressway detour.
- Onsen opening hours vary on weekends; check current schedule before arrival.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
Pocket card
Fill in, then print or save as PDF
Stays in this browser only; nothing is sent anywhere.
NakatsugawaNakatsugawa
Pocket card · Voykit
My bed tonight
—
—
—
ここまでお願いしますTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Osaka; other embassies in Tokyo.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- JR Chuo line Nakatsugawa ↔ Nagoya: about ¥2,500 (≈ US$17) one‑way, 1 h 15 min (check)
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the toilet? (toire wa doko desu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Nakatsugawa. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Sep–Nov · avoid Jun–Jul · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
Ask about Nakatsugawa
Loading…
Was this useful?