Step Back in Time: Discover Magome on the Nakasendo Trail

Tucked away in the mountains of Japan’s Gifu Prefecture, Magome is a beautifully preserved post town that transports travellers straight into the Edo period. Once a bustling stop for samurai and merchants walking the Nakasendo Trail. This is the ancient route connecting Kyoto and Tokyo. Magome offers a perfect blend of history, nature, and culture.

As you stroll along the stone-paved streets lined with wooden inns, teahouses, and souvenir shops, you’ll be surrounded by the beautiful views of the Kiso Valley and the Central Alps. The gentle sound of water wheels turning adds to the town’s nostalgic charm.

Don’t miss the Magome -Tsumago trail, a scenic 8-kilometer hike through forests, waterfalls, and rustic villages a must for anyone seeking a peaceful escape and an authentic taste of old Japan.

Whether you come for the history, the local cuisine, or the serene mountain air, Magome is a place where time slows down and every step feels like a story.

Check our Nakasendo private guided tour to Magome.