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Magome

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Magome

馬籠

Gifu · Chubu

Magome is a historic post town on the Nakasendo Trail, known for its well-preserved Edo-period architecture and scenic mountain views. Visitors can enjoy walking along the old trail that connects it to the nearby town of Tsumago, experiencing traditional Japanese culture and beautiful landscapes.

Why we picked it

Many travelers focus on more popular destinations like Takayama or Shirakawa-go, overlooking this charming village.

Best season
Spring · Autumn
Crowd level
Moderate
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Free to walk the post town. Separate charges: Toson Memorial Museum ¥500 adults. Most car parks are free, but the Magome-kan (A1) lot and some shop lots charge.
Nearest station
Ochiaigawa Station

Today

Open 24 hours¥500

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

How to get there

From Nagoya Station · ~1h 24m by car

Tags

historyscenicpost town

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