WALKING TOURS IN NAGANO · Japan
The good walking tours in Nagano fill weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 5 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Follow samurai footpaths to Matsumoto Castle, spot frogs on Nawate Street, then stroll Nakamachi cafes with an English guide.
“We had a very interesting and cheerful tour from Matsumoto Stadion to the castle and through some historic side streets. The guide was very friendly and accommodating, with extensive historical knowledge. He addressed our questions and wishes. We highly recommend this tour to everyone.”
Taste Nagano the local way near Zenkoji temple, with oyaki, matcha, and sake, plus small-group history walks and photos.
“Masa was a wonderful host and guide. As it was just the two of use it turned out to be a private tour. He speaks excellent English having lived many years in the UK and together with his knowledge of history and local culture really made the tour “alive”. Highly recommended.”
A small-group half-day walk through Matsumoto with a licensed English guide, castle admission, and downtown shop streets like Nawate and Nakamachi.
“Tom was an amazing guide and tailored the trip to my interests. Very knowledgeable and able to answer all the questions I had. Matsumoto castle is definitely a highlight of my trip.”
Walk the historic Nakasendo Trail from Tsumago-juku to Magome-juku on an 8 km guided hike with pickup from Matsumoto.
“Kevin was a great guide traveling along the old Nakasendo trail. He knows the history and is an avid hiker in Japan. You will experience some of what commuters faced back in the day traveling between Kyoto and Edo (Tokyo). Bring fit legs (some stairs) and you will have a great time.”
Guided hike on the Nakasendo Trail from Tsumago to Magome with Odaki and Medaki waterfall breaks, rural paths, and coach rides from Matsumoto or Nagano.
“It was a great and beautiful hike. The tour guides were very informative. They took many breaks along the way, which was nice after each incline.”
Pick the kind of day first. The tour comes second.
