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A chef preparing food in a traditional kitchen with diners watching. 1
Three people grilling outdoors with a traditional structure in the background. 2
A group of people sitting at a table in a restaurant, holding ice cream cones. 3
A group of people sitting around a wood-fired stove with food, in a rustic indoor setting. 4
A white cup of matcha ice cream on a wooden bench. 5
By o8Experience

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is CHF 70 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Come to Nagano for a flavorful food-and-culture walk built around four highlights in the perfect order: freshly made oyaki, the Zenkoji area, a local sake tasting, and a matcha dessert (matcha ice cream or dorayaki). Between stops, enjoy quiet backstreets, family-run shops, and local stories that bring the neighborhood to life.

    We begin with warm oyaki, then stroll the historic streets around Zenkoji before heading to the tasting. Finish at a cozy matcha spot before returning toward Nagano Station.

    -Start with freshly made oyaki (Nagano’s famous stuffed dumplings), served warm

    -Walk through the Zenkoji area’s historic streets and peaceful back lanes

    -Enjoy a local sake tasting with small nibbles and local pairings

    -Finish with a matcha dessert (choice of matcha ice cream or dorayaki)

    -Visit 2–3 small family-run shops and meet local owners

    -Discover lesser-known spots beyond the guidebooks

    -Learn simple local tasting etiquette and hear stories of everyday life in Nagano

Activity location

  • Zenkoji Omotesando
    • Daimoncho
    • 381-0841, Nagano, Nagano, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Starbucks Coffee - MIDORI Nagano
    • 6 22
    • 380-8543, Nagano, Nagano, Japan

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Nagano's Food & Cultural Walking Tours

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
CHF 70.26 x 2 AdultsCHF 140.52
Total
Price is CHF 140.52
Until Thu, 13 Aug
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    2 Oyaki(Japanese Stuffed Dumplings)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Sake Tasting
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Matcha dessert (choice of matcha ice cream or dorayaki)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local-English-speaking guide.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Extra drinks and food (available to purchase)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meal for infant
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transportation fee to meeting point
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    There are no mandatory in-destination costs.

Know before you book

  • 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.
  • o8Experience is a locally based tour company offering private and small-group experiences across Nagano and surrounding regions. From food and culture to nature and history, we create meaningful journeys tailored to curious travelers. Visit o8Experience to discover more.
  • Not suitable for person who needs gluten free food.
  • This tour generally requires 2 or more guests to operate. For solo travelers, feel free to contact us before booking to confirm availability.

Activity itinerary

Oyaki → Zenkoji → Sake tasting → Backstreets walk → Matcha dessert (matcha ice cream or dorayaki). ● Stop 1 — Oyaki House: Warm oyaki tasting. ● Stop 2 — Zenkoji Area: Walk the main streets and visit Zenkoji Temple. ● Stop 3 — Sake Tasting: Local sake + small nibbles + Nagano miso soup. ● Stop 4 — Backstreets Walk: Quiet lanes, small shrines, hidden local shops. ● Stop 5 — Matcha Tea Stop: Matcha dessert (choice of matcha ice cream or dorayaki). ● Tour Concludes: Near the final stop.

Location

Activity location

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    Zenkoji Omotesando
    • Daimoncho
    • 381-0841, Nagano, Nagano, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Starbucks Coffee - MIDORI Nagano
    • 6 22
    • 380-8543, Nagano, Nagano, Japan

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