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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Yamanouchi

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Yamanouchi, Japan

Updated April 6, 2023

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Unusual Attractions in Yamanouchi

Monkeys lounging in the hot springs of the park

Yamanouchi, Japan

Jigokudani Monkey Park

Hot springs monkey spa in the middle of Hell's Valley.
Yudanaka Onsen Pudding Honpo

Yamanouchi, Japan

Yudanaka Onsen Pudding Honpo

This 24-hour vending machine serves up homemade treats inspired by the local Japanese snow monkeys.
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Nagano's Darkroom

This ancient temple is set up to take you on a pilgrimage of self.
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Kiyotsu Gorge 'Tunnel of Light'

There's light and a dreamlike panorama at the end of this tunnel.
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Yudanaka Onsen Pudding Honpo

Yamanouchi, Japan

Yudanaka Onsen Pudding Honpo

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