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Private Onigiri Experience in Japan

Nagano, Japanby onigiri experience

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

In this activity, participants can interact with locals and learn about traditional Japanese food culture through the hands-on experience of making onigiri. This easy-to-make dish allows you to enjoy different flavors and fillings unique to each household. By using fresh local ingredients, such as Shinshu salmon or seasonal vegetables, you can create an even more special dish. Onigiri-making can be an enjoyable experience for adventure-seeking travelers and families alike.

What's included

  • Making onigiri as a lunch option is recommended
  • We will provide the equipment needed to make onigiri
  • Bottled water
  • Soda/Pop
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Private transportation

Itinerary

Enjoy the smell of rice cooking in a donabe (Japanese earthen pot) in our renovated building from a classic Japanese house. Grill our local specialties like Shinshu salmon and bacon on a shichirin (Japanese charcoal grill), perfect for snacking. When you’re feeling hungry, make your own onigiri with the freshly cooked rice. Enjoy our miso soup made with local vegetables nurtured by the spring water from the forests of Kitayatsugatake. Together, indulge in the ultimate ONIGIRI Experience.

Meeting and pickup

I will be standing at the 'Takano-machi' intersection near the address, holding a sign that says 'onigiri.' Please feel free to approach me.

End point

I will be standing at the 'Takano-machi' intersection near the address, holding a sign that says 'onigiri.' Please feel free to approach me.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Vegetarians will prepare vegetables other than bacon and salmon. Please let us know in advance.

Cancellation policy

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

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