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Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
Overview
Discover the spiritual side of Nagano on a guided tour of Zenkoji Temple. Enjoy a tasting of sake at a local brewery, savor the flavors of 'oyaki' dumplings, and take part in a tea experience.
What's included
Tea experience including matcha and traditional sweets
‘Sake’ tasting
Simple lunch of two oyaki
Guided tour of Zenkoji and ‘goma’ prayer fire ceremony
English-speaking guide
Transport fees inc. Shinkansen / ‘Bullet Train’ to/from Nagano City
Additional food, snacks & drinks
What to expect
1h · Admission ticket included
‘Oyaki’ dumplings are made from fermented buckwheat dough and rice powder, filled with all manner of vegetables, fruit, or ‘anko’ bean paste. Simple, healthy, and tasty. Followed by a Sake tasting experience at Imanishiki Sake Brewery.
Zenko-ji Temple
1h 50m
Only a short walk away from the brewery, begin your guided tour of Zenkoji Temple. Your guide will reveal its storied history and secrets, while also explaining the role of Buddhism in Japan in an enjoyable and engaging way as you head toward the site of the ‘goma’ prayer fire ceremony.
Patio Daimon
45m · Admission ticket included
Combining tradition with modern style, you will get to make your own matcha while discovering the art and performance of this authentic Japanese experience.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
The meetup point is inside Nagano Station in front of the information aboard right across the Shinkansen exit gates
End point
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
