Nagano: Local Food and Bar Hopping with Area Choice

Nagano, Japan
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

This tour is designed for travelers who want an easy local night out in Nagano without having to choose restaurants on their own. You can choose your starting area, either near Nagano Station or around Gondo and Zenkoji. After meeting your guide, you will share your food and drink preferences, and your guide will take you to two local spots such as izakaya-style restaurants, casual bars, or small eateries. The tour includes a food and drink allowance of JPY 1,500 per person at each venue, for a total of JPY 3,000. If your order goes over this amount, please pay the difference directly at the venue. With help from your guide, you can enjoy Nagano’s local nightlife, try regional flavors, and experience the city in a relaxed and friendly way.

Options

Gondo / Zenkoji Area

Gondo / Zenkoji Area: Start near Gondo and Zenkoji. Good for travelers who want a more local downtown atmosphere.
Starting point:
7-Eleven; Nagano Central Ave., Nishigochō-1620 Minaminagano, Nagano, 380-0845, Japan

Nagano Station Area

Nagano Station Area: Start near Nagano Station. Easy access and convenient for travelers staying near the station.
Starting point:
FamilyMart; Nagano Station, Suehirochō-1362 Minaminagano, Nagano, 380-0825, Japan

What's included

  • Food and drink allowance: JPY 1,500 per venue
  • Visits to 2 local food and drink spots
  • English-speaking guide
  • Total allowance: JPY 3,000 per person
  • Extra food and drinks over the allowance

What to expect

  1. Nagano
    2h
    Nagano City is known for Zenkoji Temple, mountain scenery, and its deep local food culture. In the evening, the city offers a relaxed and friendly dining scene where travelers can enjoy izakaya, local sake, seasonal dishes, and casual bars. Around Nagano Station, many restaurants and drinking spots are easy to access, making it a convenient area for first-time visitors. The Gondo and Zenkoji areas offer a more local atmosphere, with small streets, long-loved eateries, and places where residents gather after work. This food and bar hopping tour introduces Nagano through its everyday flavors, from simple local dishes to regional drinks, while giving travelers an easy way to enjoy the city’s nightlife with a guide.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If you choose the Gondo / Zenkoji Area option, please meet in front of 7-Eleven Nagano Chuo-dori Store. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow signboard. Please check the meeting point on the map in advance.

Meeting point

If you choose the Nagano Station Area option, please meet in front of FamilyMart Nagano Ekimae Store. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow signboard. Please check the meeting point on the map in advance.

End point

If you choose the Gondo / Zenkoji Area option, please meet in front of 7-Eleven Nagano Chuo-dori Store. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow signboard. Please check the meeting point on the map in advance.

End point

If you choose the Nagano Station Area option, please meet in front of FamilyMart Nagano Ekimae Store. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow signboard. Please check the meeting point on the map in advance.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please inform us of any dietary restrictions in advance. Some requests may not be accommodated depending on the shops.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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