Food & Cultural Walking Tour around Zenkoji temple in Nagano

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Adult (13-100) Minimum: 1, Maximum: 15

Child (3-12) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 15

Infant (0-2) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 15

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Free Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
2 Oyaki(Japanese Stuffed Dumplings)
High quality photographs taken throughout the experience to be shared with you after the tour
Sake Tasting
Matcha Tea & Sweets

Extra drinks and food (available to purchase)
Meal for infant
Transportation fee to meeting point

Overview

Enjoy having Oyaki(Japanese Stuffed Dumplings) in front of a traditional Japanese sunken hearth, and also you have local sweets & Matcha tea as we walk through Zenkoji temple's town area in Nagano. - Taste 2 Oyaki(Japanese Stuffed Dumplings), Miso soup & Soba Tea in a traditional Japanese sunken hearth. - Explore Nagano's back street area, where is not on your guide book and you see 1400 years history of national treasure temple - Taste the best Nagano’s sakes with nibbles like soy source beans and some Japanese pickles. Also you can have Nagano’s miso soup - Having a Matcha tea in the traditional Japanese style tea place. - Learn and practice authentic Japanese eating style and discover other parts of Nagano outside of your guidebook. - Connect with local business owners to learn the history and local culture. *Please let us know if you have any food restrictions beforehand*

Meeting points

Starbucks Coffee - MIDORI Nagano
1-chōme-22-6 Minamichitose, Nagano, 380-8543, Japan

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The guide will meet you infront of Starbucks at Nagano station.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Meet Up At: infront of Starbucks at Nagano station. We will explore the greater part of Zenkoji temple town where is an old and residential area. We will visit 2 - 3 local shops to try authentic Japanese bites and sweets. ⇨ Stop At: Oyaki House Taste Nagano's special product "Oyaki", which is Japanese stuffed dumplings and from local village called "Ogawa". Oyaki is cooked in irori, which is a traditional Japanese sunken hearth and you can have it near by cozy & warm bonfire. ⇨ Walking High Street to Zenkoji Temple You can look around some Nagano’s local products for souvenir on the high street and see 1400 years history of National treasure temple. ⇨ Sake Tasting You can try to taste variety of Sake with nibbles like soy source beans and some Japanese pickles. Also you can have Nagano’s miso soup. ⇨ Walking on back street. As we walk on back street, you will see local shrines, local shops and neighborhood of Nagano city. ⇨ Arrival at Matcha Tea Place You have Matcha tea in Japanese style room and also very nice Japanese sweet. ⇨ Pop in local shop on back street. You can pop in local shop to see Nagano’s local products. Tour Concludes *The time depends on the group

Sample Menu

DESSERT

Matcha tea & sweets

MAIN

Oyaki (Japanese Stuffed Dumplings)

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Walking shoes are recommended
Minimum alcahol drinking age is 20 years. So we offer another drink for under 20.
In case of late arrival, the tour cannot be extended.
Not suitable for person who needs gluten free food.

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund

April 26No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Passing through Nagano the right way!

Published on Nov, 2024

Our guide Masa was outstanding. It was a relaxed, and very fun experience, that allowed us to take the morning train into Nagano, then we finished back at the station, and took the train onwards to Tokyo. If your plans have you passing by Nagano, or you are staying in Nagano, this is a perfect three hours to take a look around the Zenkoji temple, and taste some fresh off the fire treats, and also a sake tasting from a highly rated Nagano sake brewery. Masa explains the differences in sake, and the traditional baking techniques of the Oyaki dumplings. We finished with Macha ice cream that tasted so much better than what we have back home. Highly recommended!

A great 3 hours action packed cultural tour

Published on Nov, 2024

We had an amazing and action-packed three hours! From trying Nagano’s traditional snack, Oyaki, to tasting at a historic Japanese sake brewery (non-alcoholic options available), indulging in rich and delicious matcha ice cream made by a local teahouse (also available in hojicha flavor!), and exploring famous spots like Zenkoji Temple and Yawataya Isogoro shop, one of Japan’s top three chili pepper makers—every moment was memorable. MASA’s detailed explanations, his kind hospitality, and the beautiful snapshots and commemorative photos he took added so much value to the experience. Whether you have 3 hours to fill , like you’re waiting for your Shinkansen back to Tokyo or filling time before checking into your hotel or hot spring / skiing resort after arriving in Nagano, this cultural tour around Nagano Station is highly recommended. Our guide, MASA, was incredibly accommodating, knowledgeable about both the main attractions and hidden gems, and highly responsive to the needs of our guests visiting from overseas. We’re so grateful for his guidance! The seasonal Unohana (tofu soy pulp)Oyaki and the Daiginjo sake were unforgettable—they were absolutely delicious!

fantastic tour and guide

Published on Oct, 2024

We had an amazing experience with our local guide Masa. Their extensive local knowledge allowed us to see some great local places that we would have missed on our own. He sent us some fantastic photos afterwards and even recommended a great place for dinner after the tour. We recommend him as a guide for anyone who wants to know the history of the area and have a great tour

Fun and interesting

Published on Oct, 2024

Interesting and fun experience, our guide showed us unique and fascinating insights, that we would not be able to find on our own. Highly recommend this tour.

Wish we spent more time in Nagano!!

Published on Oct, 2024

My husband and I had such an amazing time throughout this tour. We had delicious cuisine, and learned so much about Nagano. It was such a beautiful experience, and we will definitely be return to Nagano because of this tour. Thank you Masa!