• Learn the mysterious yet captivating story about why Zenkoji Temple is one of my most important temples in Japan via a guided walking tour and even a ‘goma’ prayer fire ceremony.
• Immerse yourself in a tea ceremony while learning the art and performance of this authentic Japanese experience.
• Indulge in Nagano’s traditional food culture including its famous ‘oyaki’ dumplings and award-winning ‘sake.’
• All guided by a locally-based, English-speaking guide.

Designed to provide guests with an intimate yet entertaining understanding of Nagano’s near-1,400-year-old Zenkoji temple, this half-day group tour combines a guided experience and a unique fire ceremony at the temple as well as a traditional tea ceremony, sampling of local dumplings, and even 'sake' tasting.