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Step into the Edo period and follow in the footsteps of shoguns and travelers on the historic Nakasendo. This guided walking tour takes you across the Usui Pass, once known as the most difficult section of the route, while immersing yourself in history and nature. Along the way, Kamishibai storytelling brings to life legends of Sakamoto-juku, depicted in ukiyo-e prints. Dressed in Edo-style travel gear (sedge hat, straw raincoat, travel pass), you’ll visit landmarks such as Kumano Shrine, the Usui Sekisho checkpoint, and the Nagai Family Residence, where Emperor Meiji once stayed. Experience the journey with all five senses: See: History and legends through Kamishibai Taste: Chaya Bento with Toge no Chikara Mochi Hear: Multilingual guide commentary Smell: Cedar forest phytoncide walk Touch: Cross the pass in Edo traveler attire At the end, receive a souvenir certifying your Usui Pass crossing. Relive samurai culture and discover one of Japan’s most fascinating walking routes.
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Usui Pass Edo Era Walk
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Discover Matsumoto Castle and Edo-era Narai-juku on a Private Photo Tour ❑ A Special Day in Nagano Step back into Japan’s Edo period on this private day tour. Begin at Matsumoto Castle, one of Japan’s few original castles, a National Treasure. Continue to Narai-juku, a preserved post town on the Nakasendo Trail, where wooden houses, craft shops, and tea stalls line the streets, giving a glimpse of living heritage. ❑ Why Private? Visiting by public transport means transfers, waits, and little flexibility. With private car and guide, travel is smooth and flexible. Spend more time at the castle, wander Narai-juku’s alleys, or enjoy a tea break—your day adapts to your interests. Lunch at a local spot offers authentic flavors away from crowds. ❑ A Personalized Journey This is more than famous sights. Each tour reflects your pace, whether history, photography, or food is your focus. Moments are captured with a camera and gifted afterward as memories.
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Private Edo Period Tour Matsumoto Castle and Nakasendo Trail
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Discover Nagano & Matsumoto on a Fully Customizable Private Tour A full-day private tour for comfort and authentic local experiences across Nagano, Matsumoto, and nearby regions — your way. Highlights Tailor-Made Itinerary Visit Zenkoji, Togakushi, Snow Monkey Park (Yudanaka–Shibu), Matsumoto Castle, Kamikochi (seasonal), or Daio Wasabi Farm—or let us design your route. Routes that cross areas (Nagano↔Matsumoto) or include outskirts / long-distance pairings (e.g. Kamikochi, Narai-juku, Tateyama Kurobe) may require a travel supplement due to extra driving time and hours; we’ll confirm the total after booking. Private Guide & Vehicle Local English-speaking guide with seamless door-to-door transport in a private vehicle. No crowds, no stress. Local Culture & Flavors Stroll nature paths and castle towns, enjoy sake tastings, and savor handmade soba—timed to you. Ideal for couples, families, and small groups seeking a flexible, meaningful day in Nagano or Matsumoto. Book now.
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Private One-Day Everything Tour in Nagano or Matsumoto
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Embark on a captivating day of exploration through the enchanting city of Matsumoto, Japan! From the grandeur of Matsumoto Castle to the tranquility of Matsumoto-jinja Shrine, immerse yourself in history, culture, and natural beauty. End your adventure with a panoramic view from Matsumoto City Hall and some quirky fun at Nawate Shopping Street. Unleash your inner explorer and discover the heart of Matsumoto on this foot-powered escapade! Solve puzzles, explore the city, and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt.
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Matsumoto Days GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game
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Starting from the shores of Lake Shirakaba, you cycle with a guide on a fashionable e-Bike along the Kirigamine Venus Line with its spectacular views from the Yatsugatake Mountains to Mt.Fuji. Before setting off, a safety course is given, so even first-time e-bike riders can feel at ease. You can also start the tour by refilling your bottle of clean spring water at a spring water spot by Lake Shirakaba early in the tour. This is a special guided tour where you can experience the rich nature of Lake Shirakaba and the Yatsugatake Mountains first-hand. The views are so spectacular that you will want to take photos. At Kurumayama-kata highland, halfway along the Kirigamine, you can get off the e-Bike and have a relaxing time at a café on the plateau. This tour is a great way to enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Kirigamine.
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Kirigamine Guided E-bike Tour
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Come to Nagano for a deeper sake experience — compare around 10 local sakes (seasonal selection may vary), taste 3 kinds of amazake(non alcohol), enjoy warm Nagano miso soup, and visit a historic old sake factory area. The brewery has over 300 years of history, and you’ll learn the differences between premium styles like unfiltered, unpasteurized, and seasonal sake. First, enjoy a relaxed walk through the streets of Nagano and the Zenkoji Temple area, then head to the tasting experience before returning toward Nagano Station. -Taste 3 different amazake (a traditional non-alcoholic sweet drink) -Enjoy a warm bowl of Nagano miso soup -Admission included to visit a historic old sake factory area -Explore Nagano’s laid-back streets around Zenkoji Temple and stop by local shops -Learn simple, authentic Japanese tasting etiquette and local food culture -Connect with local business owners and hear stories about Nagano’s history and everyday life
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Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour
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Snow Monkey Park Witness wild Japanese macaques soaking in natural hot springs, surrounded by snowy forests. A rare, iconic wildlife experience you won’t find anywhere else. Zenkōji Temple Visit one of Japan’s most sacred temples, open to all. Walk through ancient halls, try the famous underground passage, and feel deep spiritual calm. ⛷️ Hakuba Snow Resort Enjoy world-class skiing and snowboarding in the Japanese Alps with powder snow, stunning views, and runs for all skill level. It is a Special requirement on your desire for extra money. You can book our tour for Multiple days, we will provide you modern vehicles according to persons. You can Customize tour on your desire.
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VIP Snow Monkeys Park Customized Private One Day Tour
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Dive into Nagano’s food culture with a hands-on cooking and walking experience. In a traditional Japanese house with a sunken hearth, you’ll learn how to make oyaki—a beloved local dumpling filled with seasonal vegetables or sweet bean paste—and enjoy them warm with soba tea by the fire. After the cooking session, stroll through the peaceful backstreets leading to Zenkoji Temple. Discover small, locally owned shops, taste unique regional flavors, and learn about Japanese dining customs and everyday culture from your guide. ・Make two oyaki dumplings and enjoy them with soba tea in a traditional Japanese hearth house ・Explore Nagano’s backstreets on the way to Zenkoji Temple ・Discover local flavors and learn about Japanese dining culture ・Meet small business owners and hear stories of the neighborhood *Please let us know if you have any food restrictions beforehand*
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Nagano Cooking Tour : Make Oyaki & Stroll Historic Streets
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Experience the magic of Nagona’s water-bathing snow monkeys on a 2-day tour that takes you off the beaten path. As well as soaking up the scenery of Japan’s northern mountains as you’re transported in climate-controlled comfort, you’ll tick off the snow Monkeys of Jigokudani, the 1400-year old Zenko-ji Temple, Matsumoto Castle, and the historic old town of Takayama.
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2-Day Snow Monkey Tour: Nagano to Takayama via Matsumoto
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Let’s Roam is the ultimate app-led adventure hunt company! Embark on a journey to discover top landmarks and hidden gems, all while answering trivia questions and tackling exciting challenges. Team up with friends or compete against them as you uncover fun facts and create unforgettable memories. Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts are perfect for any occasion—whether it's a regular day out, a bachelorette party, a birthday celebration, or a corporate team-building event. Each player picks an interactive role, with unique challenges tailored to everyone. Get ready for an epic adventure!
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Amazing Scavenger Hunt: East Meets West in Nagano!
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Walking along the 400-year-old lined cedar trees and walking on the frozen lake experience are special experiences that can only be found here. Let's explore the winter of Togakushi, where mountain ascetic have been practicing the mountain worship since ancient times. The experience of walking along a row of 400-year-old cedar trees and a frozen lake is a special experience that cannot be found anywhere else. Let's explore the winter of Togakushi, where the trainees have practiced rigorously since ancient times, wearing snowshoes!
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Nagano Snowshoe Hiking Tour
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A tour of Enoshima Island and Kamakura is a perfect day trip from Tokyo, offering a blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage for travelers. Start at Enoshima, known for its picturesque landscapes. Enoshima Shrine, dedicated to Benzaiten, features beautiful architecture and serene gardens. Nearby, Chigogafuchi showcases rugged coastlines and stunning sunsets. Couples can visit Ryuren no Kane, the “Bell of Dragon’s Love,” where ringing the bell symbolizes eternal love. Next, head to Kamakura, home to significant temples and shrines. Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine highlights samurai culture and beautiful gardens. Komachi-dori Street is ideal for shopping, with souvenir shops and local delicacies. Kamakura’s temples, such as Hasedera and Hokokuji, offer stunning views and peaceful environments. The Great Buddha of Kamakura at Kotoku-in Temple is a must-see, showcasing Japanese Buddhist artistry. This tour promises an unforgettable experience rich in culture and beauty for all.
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Private Enoshima and Kamakura Custom Walking Tour
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This private and customizable tour for Karuizawa city (in Nagano Prefecture) is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace. Discover 4-5 attractions in Karuizawa City at your own pace on this fully customizable 8-hour full day private tour with an English-speaking (or other language) tour guide. Create a dream tour that’s perfect for your interests and preferences. After booking, you'll receive a form with varied themes, allowing easy selection based on your interests. Whether it's culture, history, cuisine, nature, or special events, you can highlight your preferences and must-see spots, streamlining our planning process.
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Karuizawa Private Customizable Full Day Tour
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Matsumoto Castle is one of the most famous sights in Matsumoto, and this experience allows you to bypass long ticket lines as admission is included. Enjoy a relaxed walking tour led by an English-speaking local guide, then explore the grounds of this impressive castle which is ranked as one of Japan's most beautiful. Then head to a local sake bar, where you can learn about the Japanese drinks and order tastings (own expense).
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Matsumoto Castle, Sake & Local Bites Walking Tour
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This tour invites you to step into the quiet elegance of Matsushiro, a samurai town that still preserves the charm of old Japan. Guided by a local expert, you’ll explore temples, shrines, and castle ruins that tell the story of Japan’s artistry and spirit. Each site reveals a different layer of beauty—from the wooden architecture of Zen temples to the stonework of samurai castles. With fewer crowds and a slower pace, this half-day tour offers a serene and authentic journey into Nagano’s cultural heart. Matsushiro is one of Nagano’s best-kept secrets—a place where Japan’s history quietly lingers in the air. Visiting Matsushiro allows you to experience the timeless atmosphere and quiet beauty that make this region truly special. Optional samurai armor dressing experience is also available to enhance your visit.
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Matsushiro Samurai Town Tour from Nagano by Car
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Fed by pure spring water, Matsumoto is a city where the nature of the Northern Alps, refined craft traditions, and the quiet dignity of an old castle town come together in harmony. This gentle walking route from Matsumoto Castle to Yohashira Shrine, then onward to Nakamachi Street and Nawate Street, offers an unhurried immersion into landscapes shaped by history and aesthetics. Visits to a long-established sake brewery and a famous local spring invite you to taste the flavors born from Matsumoto’s exceptional water—a refined urban stroll that reveals the city’s true character.
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Heritage Walk of Matsumoto
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Gotokuji & Shimokitazawa Day Tour – Tokyo’s Hidden Gems Discover the spiritual charm of Gotokuji Temple, the birthplace of Japan’s Beckoning Cat, and explore the trendy streets of Shimokitazawa, known for vintage shops, cozy cafés, and live music. This relaxed day tour offers a perfect mix of culture, creativity, and local Tokyo vibes—ideal for those seeking a unique, off-the-beaten-path experience.
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Tokyo: Gotokuji Temple and Shimokitazawa Day Tour
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This tour includes a visit to Zenkoji Temple, a historic temple that attracts worshippers from all over the world, as well as a visit to the temple to enjoy local sake and the optional local delicacy oyaki. Since the Edo period (1603-1867), it has been said, “Even if you are far away, you must visit Zenkoji Temple at least once.” Many famous warlords and other famous warriors have visited the temple, and it continues to be a power spot for worshippers today. Another attraction of this tour is that you can walk along the approach to the temple, which has a long history, and visit a sake brewery behind the approach to the temple. You can also sign up for an optional experience to cook and eat “oyaki,” a local dish of Nagano Prefecture, in a traditional hearth. Oyaki is made of wheat flour and buckwheat flour, with seasonal vegetables and sweet bean paste sandwiched inside the dough. Those with wheat or buckwheat allergies are not eligible to apply, so please check in advance.
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Zenkoji Temple and Sake Tasting Private Tour from Nagano
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Walk past Karuizawa inn from the former Nakayama Road to the Sakamoto inn. Sui Hui is a place that was once said to be the most difficult place in Zhongshan Road. At the top of the Usui Pass, you can see the view point of the Kanto plains panoramic view and the Kumano Imperial Shrine, which is famous for its power spots. After that, while going down the borge weir, we aim for Sakamoto inn while passing "Yamanaka teahouse ruins", "Sakamoto inn" with a panoramic view "Nagi". At the end of the trekking we will stop by and guide you to the hot spring "Kotonoyu". Slowly bathe in the hot spring, but if you are on your way back to Yokogawa Station, return to Karuizawa by bus.
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Old Nakasendo trekking from Karuizawa-Beyond Sugahi Pass to Sakamoto Hotel-
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Osuwa Daiko, a taiko drumming style rich in history and culture in the Suwa region, evolved from the Kagura music dedicated to Suwa Taisha. It has pioneered the modern ensemble taiko style and today attracts disciples from numerous countries worldwide who come to learn the art. This beginner-friendly tour offers the chance to learn about Osuwa Daiko and experience the spiritual essence of traditional Japanese taiko drumming.
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For Beginners Short Taiko Lesson at Osuwa Daiko Dojo
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Discover the enchanting Togakushi region during a private winter tour that blends outdoor fun with cultural exploration. Begin your day at the Togakushi Ski Resort, where you can enjoy family-friendly snow activities or take on the slopes for skiing or snowboarding (optional; guest's own expense). Later, venture into the serene cedar-lined trails, visiting the sacred Togakushi Chusha Shrine. This tour allows for pickup at any hotel in Nagano, making it ideal for families and adventure seekers alike. Get ready for a day filled with snow, tradition, and breathtaking views of the Japanese Alps. - Enjoy snow activities or skiing (optional; guest's own expense) at Togakushi Ski Resort - Visit the famous cedar tree pilgrimage trail and Togakushi Chusha Shrine - Private vehicle transport with flexible pick-up/drop-off from major locations in Nagano - Guided tour in English or Chinese, tailored to your group’s interests
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Private Winter Togakushi Tour with Snow Play
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We’re a husband-and-wife team based in Nagano prefecture, offering relaxed, natural photo sessions for international travelers. With two cameras and one shared passion, we capture your journey with warmth and authenticity—real smiles, candid moments, and the beauty of Japan. Let’s make your trip unforgettable with memories you can relive forever.
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Private Photoshoot Experience in Karuizawa
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Shiojiri is one of Japan’s leading wine regions, defined by its mountain terrain, cool climate, and a distinctive terroir that nurtures wines of world-class quality. Through the dedication of its winemakers and the community’s growing culture of learning and appreciation, “Shiojiri Wine” has become a source of local pride. This experience invites you to discover the past and future of Shiojiri wine through vineyard tastings, conversations with winemakers, limited-release bottles, and refined food pairings—an immersive journey for all five senses.
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Mountains Craft Wines with Purpose Shiojiri
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You’ll be guided by a professional photographer to capture your journey in rich detail. We don’t just take you to famous spots—we help you uncover the charm of hidden places, local flavors, and cultural gems that most tourists miss. It’s about experiencing Japan, not just seeing it.
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Photo Tour with Yukata in Kiso, Nagano
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