Access | How to Get to the Ena & Nakatsugawa Area

Convenient Access to the Nakasendo (Tsumago & Magome)

JR Ena and JR Nakatsugawa stations also provide convenient access to the historic Nakasendo route, including the well-preserved post towns of Tsumago and Magome.

Many travelers visit Rural Japan after exploring the Nakasendo, or combine our programs with their walk between Magome and Tsumago.
We are happy to advise on routes and timing to help you plan a smooth and meaningful journey.

About Meeting Locations

Rural Japan tours take place primarily in the rural (satoyama) areas of Ena and Nakatsugawa in Gifu Prefecture.

As meeting locations vary depending on the program content and season, exact meeting points are provided individually after your booking is confirmed.

Meeting points are typically arranged at nearby train stations or accommodations, depending on the tour.
All details will be shared in advance in English or Japanese, so you can plan your journey with confidence.

JR Ena Station

JR Nakatsugawa Station

Access from Major Cities

From Nagoya

JR Chuo Line (bound for Nakatsugawa or Nagano)
→ JR Ena Station / JR Nakatsugawa Station
Approx. 1–1.5 hours

From Tokyo

From Tokyo Station or Shinagawa Station
→ Shinkansen to JR Nagoya Station
→ JR Chuo Line (bound for Nakatsugawa or Nagano)
→ JR Ena Station / JR Nakatsugawa Station
Approx. 3–4 hours

From Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)

Meitetsu Airport Line from Chubu Centrair International Airport Station
(bound for Meitetsu Gifu)
→ Meitetsu Kanayama Station
→ Transfer to JR Kanayama Station
→ JR Chuo Line (bound for Nakatsugawa or Nagano)
→ JR Ena Station / JR Nakatsugawa Station

From Kyoto / Osaka

From Kyoto Station or Shin-Osaka Station
→ Shinkansen to JR Nagoya Station
→ JR Chuo Line (bound for Nakatsugawa or Nagano)
→ JR Ena Station / JR Nakatsugawa Station
Approx. 2–3 hours

From Nagano

JR Chuo Line (bound for Nagoya)
→ JR Nakatsugawa Station / JR Ena Station
Approx. 1-2 hours