9 Best Walking Tours in Nagano

Walk the slope from Nagano Station up to Zenko-ji rather than taking the bus; it’s under half an hour, and the old shops and a sake brewery near the temple gate are the point. Out of town, the Nakasendo and the Alpine Route offer longer days.

1.Food & Cultural Walking Tour Around Zenkoji Temple in Nagano

Discover the mouth-watering delights of Nagano's Zenkoji Temple on a food & cultural walking tour. Immerse yourself in rich flavors and traditions. Click now!

Most Popular★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful walking tour with Kasumi and her protege, Tak. We spent a quiet Monday morning walking around the temple areas, the shops, and we had a sake and uzike tastings. Kasumi was very knowledgeable about Nagano, and Read more”

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2.From Matsumoto/Nagano: Nakasendo Trail Walking Tour

Discover the breathtaking beauty and rich history of Japan's Nakasendo Trail on a guided walking tour. Uncover hidden gems and immerse yourself in traditional culture.

★ 4.9

“The walk was scenic, somewhat challenging uphill, but enjoyable. Need to have medium fitness level. Our guide was excellent, not only about the tour, but also gave us a flavour of what is he like to live in Japan, in terms of culture, economics and…”

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3.Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour

Experience the rich flavors of Nagano's finest sakes on our exclusive tasting walking tour. Uncover the secrets of this ancient craft and indulge your taste buds today!

★ 5.0

“Our local guide Masa was great, he showed us places we wouldn't have discovered on our own. The Sake tasting was very interesting and we learnt a lot about the process, different grades and tastes.”

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4.Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour

Discover Nagano's sake culture on this guided walking tour, tasting over 5 sakes, exploring historic breweries, and strolling Zenkoji Temple area.

★ 5.0

“Our guide was very nice and told us a lot about Nagano and sake production. We really appreciated the time we spent with her and her expertise.”

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5.Food & Cultural Walking Tour Around Zenkoji Temple in Nagano

Discover the tantalizing flavors of Nagano on a food and cultural walking tour around Zenkoji Temple. Indulge in local delicacies and immerse yourself in the rich history of this stunning destination.

★ 5.0

“The tour was 100% tailored and adjusted to our needs and preferences. It offered tons of local advice on specialties and attractions in Nagano - far more than we were able to use in our short visit. There was a decidedly non touristic vibe to…”

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6.Nagano: Tateyama-Kurobe Guided Walking Tour

Discover Japan’s highest points on this full-day guided tour through Tateyama-Kurobe. Stunning views, expert guides, and seamless transport make it a must-do experience.

★ 5.0

“Great comfortable travel & good arrangement. Extremely thoughtful & experience guide that makes the trip wonderful & informative. The place was fabulous with snow and interesting & enjoyable mode of transportation..all perfectly timed with sufficient time each transfer point.”

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7.Nagano / Matsumoto / Takayama: Kamikochi Private Tour

Discover the serenity of Kamikochi with this private, guided tour. Walk pristine trails, spot wildlife, and enjoy scenic views in Japan’s alpine sanctuary.

★ 5.0

“Dai was a fabulous guide who took us around the beautiful Kamikochi. He took really nice pictures of us and went at our pace so we were able to really enjoy the nature around us. 100% recommend!”

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8.Welcome to Nagano: Private Tour With a Local

Discover the hidden gems of Nagano with a personalized private tour led by a local. Uncover the secrets of this enchanting city like never before.

★ 4.0

“Euan our guide made the short time that we had in Nagano really enjoyable- he was knowledgeable of the local area & Japanese history & culture I would highly recommend him as a guide!”

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9.Nagano Like a Local: Customized Private Tour

Experience Nagano like a local with our customized private tour. Discover hidden gems, immerse in culture, and create unforgettable memories. Book your adventure now!

★ 5.0

“The tour would be worth it, if more attention was paid to the itinerary. I answered questions beforehand, but she didn’t seem to know that as we met.”

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