Nagano Private Car Tour with Togakushi Soba Making Experience

Discover the cultural and culinary highlights of Nagano on this private full-day tour by car. Visit the sacred Togakushi Shrine area in the mountains north of Nagano, where you can walk along the famous cedar tree avenue leading to Okusha Shrine. The peaceful forest path lined with towering cedar trees is one of the most impressive natural landscapes in the region. This tour also includes hands-on local food experiences. Try making Togakushi soba, one of Nagano’s most famous regional dishes, and learn how to prepare oyaki, a traditional dumpling filled with vegetables and local ingredients. To complete the day, visit Zenkoji Temple, one of the most important Buddhist temples in Japan with over 1,400 years of history. Traveling by private car allows you to explore comfortably while enjoying Nagano’s beautiful mountain scenery. This tour offers a balanced experience of spirituality, nature, and local food culture.

1. 1

   Togakushi Shrine Okusha

   1 hour

   Walk along the famous cedar tree avenue leading to Togakushi Okusha Shrine. The pathway is lined with towering cedar trees that are hundreds of years old, creating an impressive and peaceful atmosphere. This sacred route has been used by pilgrims for centuries and offers one of the most iconic landscapes in Nagano.

2. 2

   Tonkururin

   2 hours

   Enjoy a hands-on soba making experience using buckwheat flour, a specialty of the Togakushi region. Learn traditional techniques such as kneading the dough, rolling it thin, and cutting the noodles. This activity offers a fun and authentic introduction to one of Nagano’s most famous culinary traditions.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   1 hour

   Experience making oyaki, a traditional dumpling from Nagano filled with vegetables or other local ingredients. This simple yet flavorful dish has long been a part of everyday life in mountain communities. During the experience, you will learn how locals prepare and cook oyaki while discovering the stories behind this beloved regional food.

4. 4

   Zenko-ji Temple

   1 hour

   Visit Zenkoji Temple, one of Japan’s most famous Buddhist temples with over 1,400 years of history. The temple welcomes visitors from all beliefs and has long been an important pilgrimage site. Walk along the lively approach street before visiting the impressive main hall.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.
• We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.

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