Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Sakae February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Sakae](https://expedia.co.uk/Sakae-Hotels.d6347410.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Sakae Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Sakae.d6347410.Car-Hire-Guide)[Sakae Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Sakae.d6347410.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Sakae ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Sakae Types of activities [Sakae travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Sakae.dx6347410) ![View from Mount Naeba in Nagano and Niigata prefectures, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347410/862f5340-63f5-4936-8c4a-b2904bedf202.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347410/862f5340-63f5-4936-8c4a-b2904bedf202.jpg) by [Takuya ASADA](https://www.flickr.com/people/76861565@N00) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)) ![View from Mount Naeba in Nagano and Niigata prefectures, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347410/862f5340-63f5-4936-8c4a-b2904bedf202.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347410/862f5340-63f5-4936-8c4a-b2904bedf202.jpg) by [Takuya ASADA](https://www.flickr.com/people/76861565@N00) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)) ## Sakae Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Sakae has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Sakae, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Sakae with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Sakae Sakae is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Sakae, and make it a breeze to explore Sakae and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Sakae to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Sakae, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Sakae. #### Sakae attractions Sakae has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Sakae to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Sakae. Looking for things to do in Sakae can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Sakae or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Sakae attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Sakae ### Tours & day trips [See all 24 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Snow monkeys from Tokyo: Full-Day Private trip with Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46315484/5d6ad4ab-0720-42dd-ad09-8100eec14079.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Snow monkeys from Tokyo: Full-Day Private trip with Local Guide 12h £4,311 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snow-monkeys-from-tokyo-full-day-private-trip-with-local-guide.a46315484.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![1-Day Winter Tour From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3061817/07ad1ad4-60c4-4576-8aa2-597912203191.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Day Winter Tour From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake 9h Free cancellation available £110 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snow-monkey-and-zenko-ji-winter-tour-from-nozawa-iiyama.a3061817.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50262930/591aad55-5fbd-4113-a00b-b72f42fb711e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour 5h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £96 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snow-monkey-park-soba-lunch-and-shibu-onsen-tour.a50262930.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys and Zenko-ji Day Trip & Sake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49621300/b84a4f8d-8f2c-4619-ac4a-c60e59296e77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys and Zenko-ji Day Trip & Sake 10h Free cancellation available £101 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/winter-only-from-nozawa-onsen-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-sake.a49621300.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![Snow Monkey Park and Zenko ji Temple Private Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50703442/399d0ba3-275e-46f9-8910-aec4c8cc9db6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Snow Monkey Park and Zenko ji Temple Private Day Tour 10h Free cancellation available £389 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snow-monkey-park-and-zenko-ji-temple-private-day-tour.a50703442.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![1-Day Ski Tour Package from Nagano Station](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48993227/8296fa79-b5e3-42e7-ac8b-84713e59c664.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Day Ski Tour Package from Nagano Station 9h 50m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £197 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-ski-tour-package-from-nagano-station.a48993227.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49965765/fc1ed89f-eefc-4fdf-8885-d9843ce41ee4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake 10h Free cancellation available £110 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/myoko-and-madarao-day-tour-snow-monkeys-zenkoji-and-sake.a49965765.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![Snow Monkey Nagano Day Tour by Car English Driver in Person Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2373153/d7271c61-9f5f-4b6c-a687-947e5e4afa04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Snow Monkey Nagano Day Tour by Car English Driver in Person Guide 10h Free cancellation available £699 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snow-monkey-nagano-or-mt-tsukuba-day-tour-by-car-english-driver.a2373153.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![Nagano’s Snow Monkeys and Sake Tasting Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50008541/d5e1759d-f017-4516-aa54-bad7356a99ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano’s Snow Monkeys and Sake Tasting Day Tour 10h Free cancellation available £431 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/naganos-snow-monkeys-and-sake-tasting-day-tour.a50008541.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ### History & culture [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) ![1-Day Winter Tour From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3061817/07ad1ad4-60c4-4576-8aa2-597912203191.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Day Winter Tour From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake 9h Free cancellation available £110 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snow-monkey-and-zenko-ji-winter-tour-from-nozawa-iiyama.a3061817.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49965765/fc1ed89f-eefc-4fdf-8885-d9843ce41ee4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake 10h Free cancellation available £110 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/myoko-and-madarao-day-tour-snow-monkeys-zenkoji-and-sake.a49965765.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![Private Nagano 1-Day Tour:Snow Monkeys,Zenko-ji,Obuse,Sake,Onsen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2340023/9c9434e5-acc9-451d-a5d4-5f4cf988b36a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Nagano 1-Day Tour:Snow Monkeys,Zenko-ji,Obuse,Sake,Onsen 8h £458 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-private-nagano-tour-zenkoji-temple-obuse-jigokudani-monkey-park.a2340023.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![Private One-Day Everything Tour in Nagano or Matsumoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50080124/ecb33480-c174-41e4-8917-d9214279e81c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private One-Day Everything Tour in Nagano or Matsumoto 8h Free cancellation available £421 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-one-day-everything-tour-in-nagano-or-matsumoto.a50080124.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![Iiyama Temple and Sake Brewery Day Trip from Nagano](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50981109/0eeba564-f3aa-4cb3-a0ca-bcabd06434a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Iiyama Temple and Sake Brewery Day Trip from Nagano 7h Free cancellation available £492 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/iiyama-temple-and-sake-brewery-day-trip-from-nagano.a50981109.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![Private Snow Monkey Tour - Conveniently Resort Hop and Sightsee](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46704424/3f1bad4c-856b-4c5e-9195-cfaa51f507e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Snow Monkey Tour - Conveniently Resort Hop and Sightsee 10h Free cancellation available £695 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-snow-monkey-tour-conveniently-resort-hop-and-sightsee.a46704424.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![Nagano Private Two Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2456088/fc9518c3-f593-4bfc-8e5f-08932f1ae8e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nagano Private Two Day Tour 2d £711 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nagano-private-two-day-tour.a2456088.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![Admission to the Private Collection of Hokusai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51220993/afd55f68-99c6-426b-b6b2-be0462a2c050.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Admission to the Private Collection of Hokusai 10h 50m £96 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/admission-to-the-private-collection-of-hokusai.a51220993.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ### Winter activities [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&filter.categories=Winteractivities) ![Japan Snowboard Lesson at the place in 73 min from Tokyo w/ GoPro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49764860/8973867d-4c55-4b41-a22b-a150f3348d75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Japan Snowboard Lesson at the place in 73 min from Tokyo w/ GoPro 2h 15m Free cancellation available £110 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/japan-snowboard-lessons-at-the-place-within-73-min-from-tokyo.a49764860.activity-details?&rid=6347410&location=Sakae&swp=off) ![2-day ski & snowboard tour with rentals](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46994523/c34f79c8-7893-4a6f-923c-56b875503e61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2-day ski & 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6347410) ## Recommended things to do in Sakae | Number of things to do | 28 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Sake Blending Experience : Craft Your Own Signature Sake](/things-to-do/sake-blending-experience-craft-your-own-signature-sake.a50965366.activity-details): £85 | | Top 5 things to do | [From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys and Zenko-ji Day Trip & Sake](/things-to-do/winter-only-from-nozawa-onsen-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-sake.a49621300.activity-details)[Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake](/things-to-do/myoko-and-madarao-day-tour-snow-monkeys-zenkoji-and-sake.a49965765.activity-details)[1-Day Winter Tour From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake](/things-to-do/snow-monkey-and-zenko-ji-winter-tour-from-nozawa-iiyama.a3061817.activity-details)[2-day ski & snowboard tour with rentals](/things-to-do/2-day-snowboarding-with-guide-in-hakuba.a46994523.activity-details)[Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour](/things-to-do/snow-monkey-park-soba-lunch-and-shibu-onsen-tour.a50262930.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Japan Snowboard Lesson at the place in 73 min from Tokyo w/ GoPro](/things-to-do/japan-snowboard-lessons-at-the-place-within-73-min-from-tokyo.a49764860.activity-details)[Nagano: Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani Guided Tour](/things-to-do/nagano-snow-monkeys-of-jigokudani-guided-tour.a51408727.activity-details)[Sake Blending Experience : Craft Your Own Signature Sake](/things-to-do/sake-blending-experience-craft-your-own-signature-sake.a50965366.activity-details) | | With kids | [From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys and Zenko-ji Day Trip & Sake](/things-to-do/winter-only-from-nozawa-onsen-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-sake.a49621300.activity-details)[Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake](/things-to-do/myoko-and-madarao-day-tour-snow-monkeys-zenkoji-and-sake.a49965765.activity-details)[1-Day Winter Tour From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake](/things-to-do/snow-monkey-and-zenko-ji-winter-tour-from-nozawa-iiyama.a3061817.activity-details)[2-day ski & snowboard tour with rentals](/things-to-do/2-day-snowboarding-with-guide-in-hakuba.a46994523.activity-details)[Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour](/things-to-do/snow-monkey-park-soba-lunch-and-shibu-onsen-tour.a50262930.activity-details) | ## What to do in Sakae --- ### Popular places to visit #### Sakae Club Ski Area Hit the slopes in Sakae with a visit to Sakae Club Ski Area. Wander the parks or discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sakae-Club-Ski-Area-Nagano.d553248621532775604.Attraction) #### Kiriake Hot Springs You can take time to visit Kiriake Hot Springs during your travels to Sakae. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kiriake-Hot-Springs-Sakae.d6347411.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Sakae ![Shima river is blue water @ Ouketsu.🌀](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129217/30d75512-b51d-4d19-8263-ba5d3c4b4f27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nakanojo ![Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort which includes snow and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103750/72b6f646-b336-477a-92ab-695b63287378.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nozawaonsen ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sakae worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Sakae? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Sakae? ### Is three days enough to stay in Sakae? ### What are some activities to do in Sakae with kids? > - [From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys and Zenko-ji Day Trip & Sake](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/winter-only-from-nozawa-onsen-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-sake.a49621300.activity-details) > - [Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/myoko-and-madarao-day-tour-snow-monkeys-zenkoji-and-sake.a49965765.activity-details) > - [1-Day Winter Tour From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snow-monkey-and-zenko-ji-winter-tour-from-nozawa-iiyama.a3061817.activity-details) > - [2-day ski & snowboard tour with rentals](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-day-snowboarding-with-guide-in-hakuba.a46994523.activity-details) > - [Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snow-monkey-park-soba-lunch-and-shibu-onsen-tour.a50262930.activity-details) ### What to do in Sakae for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Sakae? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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