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Narai-juku is a historic post town located in the Kiso Valley of Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It was an important stop on the Nakasendo highway connecting Kyoto and Tokyo during the Edo period (1603-1868).
Narai-juku (奈良井宿, Narai-juku) was the thirty-fourth of the sixty-nine stations of the Nakasendō, as well as the second of eleven stations along the Kisoji. It is located in the present-day city of Shiojiri, Nagano Prefecture, Japan.
Narai-juku was once the wealthiest of the eleven post towns on Kiso's Nakasendo Trail. Its main street stretches over a kilometer. In its heyday, the town was known as “Narai of a Thousand Houses.” Wander down the main path and enjoy.
Feb 13, 2024 · WHAT ARE THE BEST THINGS TO SEE IN NARAI-JUKU? WHAT IS NARAI-JUKU KNOWN FOR? Discover a well-preserved heritage former post town on the famous Nakasendo Way! Narai-Juku, located in the beautiful Kiso Valley, is perhaps less well-known than Tsumago and Magome which are on the same historical path.
During the Edo Period, Narai (奈良井) marked the half way point between Kyoto and Edo to travelers along the Nakasendo Route. It was the most wealthy post town of the Kiso Valley, and was sometimes referred to as "Narai of a Thousand Houses".
Jan 7, 2024 · Whilst you can easily spend the day exploring Narai Juku on foot (its main strip is only one kilometre, after all), there is one hiking trail to and from Narai Juku that is rather off the beaten path, but will give you an outdoor experience quite unlike any other in Japan.
Sep 2, 2013 · The Kiso Valley's Narai-juku is an impressive historic town close to lake Suwa-ko. Narai is a 'must see' for traveler's to Nagano southern region.
