Half a day in Nagano city covers Zenko-ji at a decent pace, with time for tea or a miso tasting, and gets you back to the shinkansen by lunch. It works well as a break on the way between Tokyo and Kanazawa.
Ride from Nagoya to Kamikochi for mountain views, clear rivers and 3.5 hours of self-guided walking, with round-trip bus transport included.
Most Popular★ 4.7“The tour guide was clear and thorough. Kamikochi mostly has flat paths, making it quite easy to walk.”
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232 reviews11.5 hoursFrom $44.20
Tour Ishii Miso’s cedar-barrel fermentation rooms, taste a miso-focused lunch, and take home aged miso, a T-shirt, and an apron.
★ 4.9“It was a good visit to this very old factory to learn how miso is made. The owner has passion for the traditional craft even as miso-making has become mechanized most elsewhere. Our 2 vegetarians were able to be served vegetarian meals, which they loved,…”
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17 reviewsFrom $48.69
Hailing from the historic city of Nagano, this captivating tour offers a deep dive into Japan's revered tea ceremony and the spiritual sanctuary of Zenkoji temple.
★ 5.0“It was a nice introduction to Nagano. I enjoyed all the stops and was just the right amount of time for each. If you don't like to walk, I don't recommend.”
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14 reviewsFrom $121.50
Experience the beauty of Nagano with a knowledgeable guide! Uncover hidden gems and must-see attractions on this unforgettable half-day private tour. Book now for an adventure like no other!
★ 5.0“We had a beautiful afternoon spending 4 hours with Emi (Amy) seeing Senko-Ji temple, an open-air market, the art museum, and observatory overlooking all of Nagano. Amy is a wonderful, energetic and knowledgeable guide who speaks English very well. We enjoyed our time very much…”
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13 reviewsFrom $120.84by Japan Guide Agency
Visit 1,400-year-old Zenkoji, join a goma fire prayer, taste Nagano oyaki and sake, then make matcha with a local guide.
★ 5.0“We spent a wonderful day with Luka who was really kind. She spent the day with us as a guide and the explanations were clear and interesting. We enjoyed the experience ! Especially the tea ceremony at the end.”
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3 reviewsFrom $122.35