Explore the greater part of Zenkoji temple town and sample authentic Japanese snacks and sweets on this small-group walking tour. Try traditional Nagano bites such as oyaki (Japanese stuffed dumplings), sweets, and matcha and meet local business owners in the area. Your guide will take you off the beaten path in Nagano and tell you all about the 1400-year history and culture while discovering parts of the city not found in guidebooks.
- Taste 2 Oyaki(Japanese Stuffed Dumplings), Soba Tea in front of 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
- 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.
- Photography Tour : we will be on hand to take some happy snaps which will be shared with you after the tour!
Note: Please let us know if you have any food restrictions beforehand.