All Reviews of Magome Inn

Having walked the Nakasendo in spring, summer, and fall, how could I leave out winter? So I returned on a snowy winter day.
Perhaps because of the cold weather, I hardly saw anyone along the way. The higher I climbed, the deeper the snow became. As I walked through the dreamlike silver landscape, large clumps of snow would occasionally fall from the trees, adding a little thrill to the silent world. Along the route, bamboo poles of various lengths had been placed in several spots, probably a thoughtful gesture by the villagers to keep travelers from slipping!
In just a few short hours, my body, mind, and spirit felt completely cleansed! When spring arrives, I’ll definitely walk it again.

Stepping onto the Nakasendo in Magome, you’ll find an uphill stone-paved road lined neatly on both sides with old houses featuring dark wooden lattice windows, fully preserving the atmosphere of an Edo-period post town. Teahouses, rice cake shops, and various small stores are scattered along the way. Even in steady rain, there is still a constant stream of foreign backpackers wearing raincoats and making their way through the mist, all wanting to personally experience what Edo-period travelers felt as they journeyed between post towns.

Hiking from Magome to Tsumago, there are many hilly stretches and quiet old trails along the way. The stone paths can be slippery in the rain, so you need to watch your step carefully. This hike along the historic trail is not only a simple exploration of nature, but also an exceptionally rare, deeply immersive historical and cultural journey that refreshes both body and mind.

The whole street has so much character. Walking through it really feels like going back to the Edo period.

The road keeps climbing uphill, so it’s a little tiring, but the scenery along the way is absolutely worth it.

Magome-juku has so much character. The whole stone-paved street lined with wooden buildings really makes it feel like you’ve stepped back in time.

The whole street is really well preserved, and it looks gorgeous in photos.
The gohei mochi and soba are definitely worth a try.

The old street is so much fun to explore! It has a great local vibe. Grabbing coffee, shopping for souvenirs, and taking photos here are all fantastic!

This charming old road is lined with shops selling crafts, souvenirs, and restaurants on both sides.

This 600-meter-long stone-paved street is a historic old town, rated with one Michelin star along with Tsumago-juku. It's an important area for the preservation of traditional Japanese architecture.

The old stone-paved street is still really well preserved. Both sides are lined with shops, local products, and teahouses, giving the whole place a nostalgic vibe.

The antique-style café has such a great vibe, and the souvenir shops are super fun to browse!