61 Activities in Nagano, Japan (with Map and Images)
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174.4$
English
English
8h 15min
5/5 stars, 5 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 5 ratings
Free cancellation
Sitting just outside Nagano City, the forests of Togakushi are home to some of Japan’s most important Shinto shrines, sacred places that are linked to the myths of the creation of Japan itself,...
Book on Viator* 264.34$
English
English
8h - 11h
5/5 stars, 2 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 2 ratings
Free cancellation
This tour takes you to the 'Roof of Japan' in summer and autumn to experience in the stunning and lush alpine landscape and one of Japan’s three sacred mountains, Mount Tate. Led by an...
Book on Viator* 254.04$
English
English
10h
5/5 stars, 3 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 3 ratings
Free cancellation
With over 15,000 individual fireworks lighting-up the crisp autumn sky, Nagano’s annual Ebisu-ko Fireworks Festival attracts over 400,000 people to the city to watch this amazing spectacle. As...
Book on Viator* 789.59$
English
English
Unknown
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
Situated between the popular destinations of Tokyo and Kyoto, the mountainous of region of Nagano is the literal heart of Japan and a road less travelled by many international visitors. This tour...
Book on Viator* 174.4$
English
English
7h - 8h
5/5 stars, 4 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 4 ratings
Free cancellation
Combining a visit to Nagano’s world-famous Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park and evening exploration of the Zenko-ji Tomyo Lantern Festival, this enjoyable 1-day tour marks the midpoint of winter and...
Book on Viator* 157.23$
English
English
8h - 9h
5/5 stars, 6 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 6 ratings
Free cancellation
Take in some of the highlights of Nagano with this engaging tour starting with a morning visit to the Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park and its world-famous hot spring-bathing monkeys, followed by a...
Book on Viator* 209.55$
English
English
9h
5/5 stars, 39 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 39 ratings
Free cancellation
Defined by its mountains and natural landscapes, Central Japan is the literal heartland of this beautiful country and a road less travelled by many international visitors. This engaging one-day...
Book on Viator* 174.4$
English
English
7h 30min
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
This engaging special event tour transports you to Nagano’s hidden samurai town of Matsuhiro for an afternoon of samurai experiences and discovery of the open secret beneath its feet before...
Book on Viator* 89.26$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
5h
5/5 stars, 7 ratings
5/5 stars, 7 ratings
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...
Book on Viator* 94.75$
English
English
3h
5/5 stars, 41 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 41 ratings
Free cancellation
Enjoy having Oyaki(Japanese Stuffed Dumplings) in front of a traditional Japanese sunken hearth, and also you have local sweets & Matcha tea as we walk through Zenkoji temple's town area in...
Book on Viator* 113.29$
English
English
3h
5/5 stars, 39 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 39 ratings
Free cancellation
Join our tour for a night out to feel like you are residents. Unlike Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, it will be very difficult to find where the locals go to eat and drink in Nagano. Your local expert...
Book on Viator* 99.56$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
2h 30min
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
Enjoy making Oyaki(Japanese Stuffed Dumplings) and you can have it in front of a traditional Japanese sunken hearth. A Nagano specialty, oyaki are roasted dumplings made of wheat and filled with...
Book on Viator* 129.08$
English
English
4h
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
Immerse yourself in the world of ukiyo-e master Katsushika Hokusai in this walking tour in Obuse, Nagano. Visit two museums and a temple housing one of his paintings. Sake tasting and lunch...
Book on Viator* 223.14$
English
English
8h
5/5 stars, 60 ratings
5/5 stars, 60 ratings
On this tour, spend a full-day in Nagano exploring the city and enjoying what this quaint town has to offer. Your English-speaking tour guide will pick you up from your hotel or Nagano Train...
Book on Viator* 271.89$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
8h
5/5 stars, 4 ratings
5/5 stars, 4 ratings
On this full day private tour, visit the city of Matsumoto with your tour guide. Enjoy the historical Matsumoto Castle, the unique streets of Nawate and Nakamachi and see Daio Wasasbi Farm, the...
Book on Viator* 133.89$
Russian, Japanese, English, Chinese Simplified
Russian, Japanese, English, Chinese Simplified
4h
5/5 stars, 6 ratings
5/5 stars, 6 ratings
On this tour, spend a half-day (about 4 hours) getting in touch with both the nature and city daily life of Nagano while cycling with your English-speaking tour guide and small group.
Book on Viator* 343.3$
English
English
4h
5/5 stars, 13 ratings
5/5 stars, 13 ratings
Ride Shiga offers a variety of ski and snowboard lessons. In addition to standard lessons we are also offering coaching that focus on your area of interest: race/carving, freestyle,...
Book on Viator* 67.29$
English
English
4h 30min
5/5 stars, 10 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 10 ratings
Free cancellation
Visit the Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani, named after the plumes of steam shooting out of the ground. Not as scary as it sounds, however, it is a truly memorable experience safe for all ages. After...
Book on Viator* 102.99$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
3h
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
The class is held at the over 130 years old house. It was built in Machiya style and was used to be a house of Shoya, the biggest merchant in the city at that time. You can have a look around the...
Book on Viator* 55$
English
English
2h - 6h
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel...
Book on Viator* 184.01$
English
English
8h - 12h
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
This 1-day tour from Tokyo or Nagano led by an English-speaking National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter visits a miso brewery to watch the miso production process in Nagano Prefecture,...
Book on Viator* 48.06$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
2h
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
・Start the tour with a safe ride along the lakeside bike path to get used to the e-bike's controls. ・Drink the natural water from the lake coming from 200 metres below the ground. Take your own...
Book on Viator* 151.05$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
6h
5/5 stars, 8 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 8 ratings
Free cancellation
This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way toexplore both of the ancient post towns! You can travel between Magome...
Book on Viator* 157.23$
English
English
8h
4.9/5 stars, 578 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 578 ratings
Free cancellation
Take in some of the highlights of Nagano with this engaging tour starting with a visit to Zenko-ji Temple – one of the oldest and most important Buddhist temples in Japan - followed by sake...
Book on Viator* 157.23$
English
English
9h
4.9/5 stars, 21 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 21 ratings
Free cancellation
This tour combines a visit to the world-famous Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park with an afternoon of cherry blossom-viewing at some of Nagano’s best blossom sites. Known as ‘sakura’ in Japanese, the...
Book on Viator* 260.91$
English
English
Unknown
4.9/5 stars, 10 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 10 ratings
Free cancellation
Designed to provide guests with an intimate yet entertaining understanding of Nagano’s near-1,400 year-old Zenko-ji temple, this 2 day group tour combines an in-depth guided experience at the...
Book on Viator* 209.55$
English
English
10h
4.9/5 stars, 8 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 8 ratings
Free cancellation
Guests on this exciting 1 day tour of Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku will have the chance to get hands-on with Japan's fascinating history by personally entering the renowned Matsumoto Castle and...
Book on Viator* 2,739.35$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
0h
4.9/5 stars, 38 ratings
4.9/5 stars, 38 ratings
Experience the best of Japan - the thrill of deep powder, the beauty of an unique culture, and the fun of a great guided tour. Enjoy some of the most amazing snow on planet earth, stay in a truly...
Book on Viator* 60.42$
English
English
2h
4.9/5 stars, 17 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 17 ratings
Free cancellation
Come to Nagano and join this experience to taste one of the best Sake in Japan. The Sake maker we’ll explore has over 300 years history and you will taste the differences between Sakes of the...
Book on Viator* 120.15$
English
English
3h 15min
4.8/5 stars, 17 ratings
Free cancellation
4.8/5 stars, 17 ratings
Free cancellation
Jigokudani Yaen-koen is home to hundreds of “snow monkeys”, known as such because they spend their days soaking in the mountainous hot springs. In 1970 they appeared on the cover of Life magazine...
Book on Viator* 510.14$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
Unknown
4.8/5 stars, 28 ratings
4.8/5 stars, 28 ratings
Enjoy a 2-day, 1 night trip in Nagano where you will spend one full day with an English-speaking guide taking you around the city—enjoying attractions such as snow monkeys, the famous Zenkoji...
Book on Viator* 192.25$
English
English
9h
4.8/5 stars, 56 ratings
Free cancellation
4.8/5 stars, 56 ratings
Free cancellation
This adventurous one-day tour combines a visit to the world-famous Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani with morning of fun in the deep powder snow of Shiga Kogen – Japan’s largest ski resort! Including...
Book on Viator* 264.34$
English
English
10h
4.8/5 stars, 37 ratings
Free cancellation
4.8/5 stars, 37 ratings
Free cancellation
With two pickup points in both Nagano City, this tour takes you to the 'Roof of Japan' and the fabled Snow Walls of the Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route. Situated in the dramatic alpine landscape of...
Book on Viator* 151.05$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
6h
4.7/5 stars, 22 ratings
Free cancellation
4.7/5 stars, 22 ratings
Free cancellation
Kiso Valley, best known for the Magome and Tsumago traditional villages, is another beautiful spot in the Japanese Alps. With one of the most famous hiking paths in all Japan, we set foot there on...
Book on Viator* 41.2$
English, French
English, French
2h
4.4/5 stars, 11 ratings
Free cancellation
4.4/5 stars, 11 ratings
Free cancellation
Have ever seen real Wasabi? Discover the Japan’s largest Wasabi Farm! Like a little spice? The Wasabi farm is a popular tourist friendly destination and is comprised of many large fields with a...
Book on Viator* 541.36$
English, French
English, French
0h
4/5 stars, 1 ratings
4/5 stars, 1 ratings
Over the course of two days of an easy walk (self-guided tour) along the Nakasendo road and one overnight stay at a Minshuku (family run lodging), immerse yourself in Japan's folkloric landscapes...
Book on Viator* 87.88$
English
English
7h
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
The customers will meet a hinterland in Nagano which is called Akiyamago. They will experience most wild outdoor hot springs in Nagano. it is upwelled from the river! In addition to hot spring,...
Book on Viator* 151.05$
English
English
7h
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Experience a day in the life of a samurai, as this tour explores Nagano’s unique samurai past in historic town of Matsushiro, including visits to some of Japan’s best-preserved samurai residences...
Book on Viator* 446.29$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
9h
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
You can enjoy to observe lovely wild monkeys bathing in an outdoor hot spring at Snow Monkey Park. Each monkey has different personality and it's quite fun to be able to watch them from very...
Book on Viator* 102.99$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
8h
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
On this guided tour, you are visiting the primitive forest in Myoko-Togakushi renzan National Park. The guide is a national licensed English translator guide as well as a licensed trekking guide....
Book on Viator* 68.66$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
3h 30min
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Our cycling tour uses the latest E-BIKE. It makes cycling tour super easy and fun even in mountainous area. The tour is guided by a local guide who knows the area thoroughly. The guide will take...
Book on Viator* 135.95$
English
English
6h - 7h
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Only a couple of hours from Tokyo, this sacred Togakushi Shinto-Shrine can easily be visited in a day trip. Togakushi shrine is like no other. Far from the usual tourist destination, it is a true...
Book on Viator* 85.82$
Japanese, English, Italian
Japanese, English, Italian
3h
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Join us on a journey unlike any other with our exclusive private tour of Azumino (Matsumoto), led by an experienced local guide deeply knowledgeable in the area's culture and history. We will...
Book on Viator* 240.31$
English
English
4h 30min
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
The departure location is selectable from the Iiyama Station, Nozawa Onsen, and Myoko Kogen. Starting with a visit to the famous Snow Monkey Park. Get up close and watch as the Snow Monkeys relax...
Book on Viator* 218.34$
English
English
11h 35min
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Japan is a country of volcanoes and deep forests, with boiling pools of water bubbling up from the earth found scattered throughout the land. Since ancient times, Japanese people have put these...
Book on Viator* 282.19$
English
English
9h 50min
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Home to more than eighty ski resorts such as Nozawa Onsen, Shiga Kogen, Hakuba, and many more, as well as featuring some of the country’s best powder and terrain – all within easy access of Tokyo...
Book on Viator* 174.4$
English
English
6h 50min
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Walk in the footsteps of Japan’s most celebrated artist, Hokusai Katsushika, on this engaging one-day tour in the quaint, historic town of Obuse. Starting from Nagano Station, you will visit...
Book on Viator* 59.49$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
0h
Nagano 5-Day Pass is a ticket that allows you to fully enjoy the trains in the surrounding area including Nagano, Shinano, Ueda, Matsumoto. Nagano Prefecture is located in the central part of...
Book on Viator* 108.28$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
1h
This is a special lunch experience only available on this day, with part of the space with a spectacular view by Lake Shirakaba reserved for private use. A sommelier who runs a wine shop in...
Book on Viator* 66.94$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
3h
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....
Book on Viator* 271.89$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
8h
This private and customizable tour for Hakuba is ideal for guests who want their trip tailored to their interests and preferences, ensuring they can explore the city at their own speed. With our...
Book on Viator* 224.52$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
4h
This private and customizable tour for Hakuba is ideal for guests who want their trip tailored to their interests and preferences, ensuring they can explore the city at their own speed. With our...
Book on Viator* 626.52$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
4h
Explore Suwa-Taisha shrine, considered one of the oldest shrines in the country, and Buppou-syoryuji Temple with a guide to discover the world of natural faith. Experience the essence of natural...
Book on Viator* 892.58$
English
English
2h
Mr. YAMAMOTO Makoto, the inheritor, will provide an explanation of Osuwa Daiko and nature beliefs, followed by a dedicatory performance. After the performance, participants will have the...
Book on Viator* 82.39$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
2h
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
A local guide who loves Tateshina will take you to the best local scenery. You can leisurely cycle around this area while enjoying the rich sound and scenery of the water provided by Mt....
Book on Viator* 53.55$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
1h 30min
The primeval forest covered in fresh moss looks just like the world of a Ghibli movie! It's a mysterious and mysterious space. You can sharpen your five senses and refresh yourself while bathing...
Book on Viator* 20.6$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
1h
Be amazed by the surprising background and history that makes Chino City the top producer of agar in Japan! Receive a guided tour through the workshop, with staff providing easy-to-understand...
Book on Viator* 109.86$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
2h
You will spend a special time floating in a canoe in the midst of nature at Lake Shirakaba, located at an altitude of 1450m. Take a canoe to the headwaters of Lake Shirakaba and experience the...
Book on Viator* 156.2$
Japanese, English
Japanese, English
1h 30min
The Yatsugatake area flourished most during the Jomon period, when it was prosperous and peaceful for over 10,000 years, and is still a place where people cherish their relationship with nature...
Book on Viator* 68.66$
English
English
3h
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
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...
Book on Viator* 53.83$
English
English
1d - 3d
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
The opportunity to freely ride an E-Kart (a four-wheeled electric kart similar to a go-kart) on Japan's public roads without a license will be a memory that you will cherish for the rest of your life!
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Disclaimer Please be aware of your surroundings and do not enter private property. We are not liable for any damages that occur during the tours.