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.

亮點

  • 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

Day 1

10:30
在長野站集合。
(長野出發的客人請注意)集合地點位於車站內,新幹線檢票口正對面的資訊板前。請務必尋找配戴SNOW MONKEY RESORTS導覽牌的工作人員,並確保在集合時間前抵達 — 行程需於07:50準時出發!
11:00
舊小田切家宅邸
抵達舊小田切家宅邸,您將體驗當地獨特的冬日樂趣 — 圍坐在暖桌旁放鬆身心,品嚐傳統日式點心。隨後,您將有機會穿上傳統和服中的袴裝,在這座保存完好的宅邸中進行一場沉浸式文化體驗。
13:00
田中本家博物館
隨後,您將前往田中本家博物館,這裡曾是田中家族的宅邸,該家族在須坂市的歷史上扮演著舉足輕重的角色。田中家族的現任家主將親自接待您,並講述須坂市的發展歷程及其與歷史悠久的大笠古道的淵源。您還將有時間欣賞維護精美的日式庭園,並在這優雅的環境中留下難忘的回憶。
15:15
享用當地特色午餐
在當地餐廳享用以時令食材和朱坂傳統風味為特色的特色午餐。
16:30
峰之原高原的Ozasa步道探索
踏上由導遊帶領的雪鞋探險之旅,沿著歷史悠久的Ozasa古道,追尋江戶時代旅行者的足跡,穿越寧靜的冬季景色。

Day 2

Sunrise
第二天與導遊會合,繼續行程。
與導遊會合,開始第二天的旅程,繼續探索朱坂市及其周邊地區。
探索小布施鎮
您將遊覽迷人的小布施小鎮,這裡是著名藝術家葛飾北齋晚年居住的地方。參觀專門展示其生平和作品的葛飾北齋博物館,並遊覽寧靜的岩聖院,這座歷史遺跡體現了小鎮豐富的文化遺產。

集合點

該旅遊團從以下集合點出發:

NAGANO STATION @ 09:35

集合地點在長野站內,新幹線檢票口正對面的資訊牌前。請留意佩戴SNOW MONKEY RESORTS旅行證件的導遊,並請在集合時間前到達,因為行程將準時出發。

備註

包括

  • 帶司機的私家車
  • Lunch
  • 旅遊行程中包含的所有體驗的費用
  • 英語導遊

(旅行社執照號碼:長野 2-562) Snow Monkey Resorts Tours 日本長野縣長野市栗田 2159 號 電話:(+81)26-219-6272 全日本旅行社協會會員 旅行服務主管:Azusa Fukuhara