It is a trekking tour with an exclusive guide to the summit of the small Asama mountain of the Asama mountain foot. Koasayama is a parasitic volcano on the eastern foot of Mt. Asama at an altitude of 1,655 m. A guide will guide yo... More

Shinanoji Nature Trail is a hiking course about 10km in length, which is almost a descent from the peak teahouse. Walk about 7,5 km to the hot spots in Oze, which has many attractions. A downhill trek is relaxed while being healed... More

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, and the mountain refuge of the Tog... More

Kamakura are traditional igloo-like houses that are built in the snowy regions of Japan. From the last week of January through the end of February, the rural town of Iiyama hosts “The Kamakura Village”, which has become one of... More

The venue is an old private house in a wonderful location in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, with Matsumoto Castle in front of it. No matter what time of year you visit, you can experience the Japanese art of calligraphy while... More

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 about the people you meet not just ... More

Karuizawa must be at the top of your list, if you’re looking for cooling-off place and a weekend getaway close to Tokyo. Hop on the bullet train at Tokyo Station and you’ll reach this mountain town in Nagano prefecture in just... More

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 while making use of the limited bles... More

Our snowshoeing tour at the snow-covered Togakushi Shrine is a unique experience available only during a three-month period each year. Togakushi Shrine is a renowned destination for tourists, but without joining a guided tour, nav... More

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, freeride(slackcountry) or moguls. ... More

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 unique inside. We will show you tr... More

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 included! -Take part in this walking to... More

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 natural resources to great use throu... More

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. You will learn a lot about the hi... More

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 enjoying an early dinner and guided ev... More

Are you a Sake beginner or an expert? This Sake brewery private tour brings you not only to the world of Sake but also exclusive cultural experiences. I will take you to Ichinoya Sake Brewery, established in 1865, which still p... More

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 temple including a private ‘goma�... More

Escape the crowds and enjoy a traditional Japanese onsen without tattoo restrictions. In peaceful Togura, this welcoming hot spring invites all guests to soak in mineral-rich waters known for their healing benefits. The natural sp... More

There are many famous gardens around Japan, and few countries can surpass Japan’s traditions when it comes to cultivating ornamental plants. An English visitor to the country in the 1800s even said in comparison to his home coun... More

Enjoy sake-tasting odyssey at a historic brewery run by very friendly owners. Immerse yourself in the nuances of local sake flavors, gaining insights into the meticulous brewing techniques that define Nagano's rich sake culture. ... More