Step back in time and discover the rich samurai heritage, sake culture, and culinary traditions of Nagano on this immersive cultural journey in Matsushiro — a historic castle town once ruled by the legendary Sanada clan.

Located just outside central Nagano City, Matsushiro preserves the atmosphere of Japan’s feudal era, where samurai once lived, trained, and served their lord. On this tour, you’ll explore the legacy of the Sanada family while gaining hands-on insight into traditional samurai culture through authentic experiences and historical sites.

Your cultural journey is paired with another essential part of Nagano’s identity: sake. You will visit a local sake brewery in Nagano City, where you’ll learn about the brewing process, regional characteristics of Nagano sake, and enjoy a guided tasting.

For lunch, enjoy a truly special meal inspired by recipes once served to feudal lords. This carefully recreated menu brings Edo-period flavors to life, offering a rare chance to dine like a daimyo — perfectly paired with locally brewed sake.

In the afternoon, continue exploring preserved historical buildings and samurai residences in Matsushiro. You’ll also step into the world of the warrior class through interactive cultural experiences such as kendo practice and samurai armor dressing, creating unforgettable memories while deepening your understanding of Japan’s martial traditions.

This tour blends history, hands-on culture, fine local cuisine, and premium sake into one unforgettable day in Nagano.

亮点

  • Discover Nagano’s Premium Sake: Visit a local sake brewery to learn about traditional brewing methods, regional flavors, and enjoy a guided tasting of Nagano’s celebrated sake.

  • Step Into the World of the Samurai: Explore Matsushiro, a preserved castle town of the Sanada clan, and experience authentic samurai culture through historical sites, kendo practice, and samurai armor dressing..

  • Dine Like a Feudal Lord: Enjoy a rare lunch inspired by historical recipes once served to daimyo, thoughtfully recreated and paired with local sake for a truly memorable culinary experience.

描述

Your journey begins at Nagano Station, where you will meet your guide and set off to explore the cultural heart of the region.

Your first stop is Yoshinoya, a traditional sake brewery in Nagano City with a long-standing history. Here, you’ll learn about the role of sake in Japanese culture and the unique brewing traditions of Nagano. You will explore the on-site museum to gain deeper insight into the history of sake production before enjoying a tasting of several locally crafted varieties.

Yoshinoya Sake Brewery

After savoring Nagano’s celebrated sake, you will travel to the picturesque castle town of Matsushiro. Upon arrival, your guide will introduce you to Japan’s feudal past, focusing on the powerful Sanada clan and their lasting influence on the town and surrounding region.

matsushiro-sanada-residence

For lunch, you’ll enjoy a truly special dining experience — a carefully recreated meal based on recipes once served to feudal lords. This rare culinary moment offers a taste of history, bringing the flavors of the samurai era to life.

In the afternoon, step fully into the world of the samurai through hands-on cultural experiences. You will receive an introduction to kendo, the traditional martial art of swordsmanship, taught by local instructors. To conclude your journey, you’ll have the opportunity to dress in samurai armor, creating a memorable and immersive finish to your day in historic Matsushiro.

matsushiro-bunbu-military-academy

行程

09:35
在长野站集合。
(长野出发的客人请注意)集合地点位于车站内,新干线检票口正对面的信息板前。请务必寻找佩戴SNOW MONKEY RESORTS导游牌的工作人员,并确保在集合时间前抵达 — 行程需于07:50准时出发!
10:00
旧小田切家宅邸
抵达旧小田切家宅邸,您将体验当地独特的冬日乐趣 — 围坐在暖桌旁放松身心,品尝传统日式点心。随后,您将有机会穿上传统和服中的袴装,在这座保存完好的宅邸中进行一场沉浸式文化体验。
12:00
田中本家博物馆
随后,您将前往田中本家博物馆,这里曾是田中家族的宅邸,该家族在须坂市的历史上扮演着举足轻重的角色。田中家族的现任家主将亲自接待您,并讲述须坂市的发展历程及其与历史悠久的大笠古道的渊源。您还将有时间欣赏维护精美的日式庭园,并在这优雅的环境中留下难忘的回忆。
14:30
享用当地特色午餐
在当地餐厅享用以时令食材和朱坂传统风味为特色的特色午餐。
15:45
峰之原高原的Ozasa步道探索
踏上由导游带领的雪鞋探险之旅,沿着历史悠久的Ozasa古道,追寻江户时代旅行者的足迹,穿越宁静的冬季景色。
17:15
鞋履体验之旅结束
完成大笹崎步道的雪鞋探险后,您将返回峰之原高原,入住您的住宿,在那里您可以放松身心,享受宁静的山间氛围。

集合点

该旅游团从以下集合点出发:

NAGANO STATION @ 09:35

集合地点在长野站内,新干线检票口正对面的信息牌前。请留意佩戴SNOW MONKEY RESORTS旅行证件的导游,并请在集合时间前到达,因为行程将准时出发。

备注

包括

  • 带司机的私家车
  • Lunch
  • 旅游行程中包含的所有体验的费用
  • 英语导游

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