Izakaya Food Tour in Nagano
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5.0/5
Based on 62 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Izakaya Food Tour in Nagano worth booking?
Izakaya Food Tour in Nagano is a 3-hour experience in Nagano, Japan, from $112 per person. It scores 87 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 62 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 87 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (62)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $112 per person
Join our tour for a night out to feel like you are residents. Unlike Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, it will be very difficult to find where the locals go to eat and drink in Nagano. Your local expert guides will take you to the
What you get
About this experience
Join our tour for a night out to feel like you are residents. Unlike Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, it will be very difficult to find where the locals go to eat and drink in Nagano. Your local expert guides will take you to the nice Izakaya and backstreet bars, such as Jazz bar, Whiskey bar in Nagano city, where you can chill out and drink to continue the evening. ・More than 5 dishes + Noodles(such as Soba) ・2 Drinks included in tour price ・Local expert, personable English-speaking guides ・Hidden bar and introductions. Please let us know if you have any food restrictions beforehand.
What's included
Included
- Local expert, personable English-speaking guides
- Hidden bar and introductions.
- Yakitori, Noodles, and Gyoza as you visit 2 or 3 food stops and enjoy more than 5 dishes in total.
- 2 alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink
Not included
- Extra drinks and food (available to purchase)
- Meal for infant
- Transportation fee to meeting point
- There are no mandatory in-destination costs.
What you'll see and do
Meet you in front of Starbucks at Nagano station.
10 minutes here
After meeting your guide, we will visit the 1st Izakaya(Japanese pub) to have some dishes and a drink
50 minutes here
Then, we will visit the 2nd Izakaya to have another dishes and a drink
50 minutes here
We will go to the 3rd food stop to have noodles(such as Soba or Ramen) to make you full !!
40 minutes here
After having all foods and drinks, your guide will take you to the bar where you can chill out and drink to continue the evening.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Nagano
The guide will meet you infront of Starbucks at Nagano station.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Tour will concludes at the area called Gondo in Nagano. The place, where you will say good bye to the guide, is the straight road to go back to the starting point. If you need a help, the guide will take you to the place where the tour has started.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- o8Experience
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- If you have fever/persistent cough/runny nose, you may be refused at check-in. Self-cancel up to 24h. If refused, full refund via platform (no cash on site).
- In case of late arrival, the tour cannot be extended.
- o8Experience is a locally based tour company offering private and small-group experiences across Nagano and surrounding regions. From food and culture to nature and history, we create meaningful journeys tailored to curious travelers. Visit o8Experience to discover more.
- Please note that we are unable to accommodate gluten-free dietary requirements on this tour.
- If you are vegetarian or vegan, please let us know at the time of booking.
- This tour generally requires 2 or more guests to operate. For solo travelers, feel free to contact us before booking to confirm availability.
- This tour is not suitable for strict vegetarians or vegans, as many izakaya dishes include meat, seafood, or broth-based sauces. If you're pescatarian or can be flexible, we may be able to adjust some items — but we recommend reaching out before booking so we can advise honestly.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 62 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
62 verified traveler reviews for Izakaya Food Tour in Nagano. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Terrific izakaya tour in Nagano
We had an absolutely fantastic time. Robin was a great host and guide. The choice of food venues was great. We’d never had 100% buckwheat noodles which were delicious. And we thoroughly enjoyed the conversation with him learning perspectives of Japanese culture that we otherwise would not have known about. One of the best tours we’ve been on. Highly recommended.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re very happy to hear that you had such a fantastic time with Robin. He will be delighted to know that you enjoyed the food venues, the 100% buckwheat soba, and the conversations about Japanese culture. It means a lot to us to hear that this was one of the best tours you’ve been on. Thank you again for joining o8Experience and for highly recommending us.
via Tripadvisor
Izikaya Food Tour
We thouroughly enjoyed this food tour! The food was amazing and guide brilliant - we loved learning about both the food and history. We also enjoyed our first sake. Thanks for a wonderful tour!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for joining our Food Tour and for sharing such a wonderful review. We are truly delighted to hear you thoroughly enjoyed the experience—especially the local dishes, the stories behind them, and your first sake tasting. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Nagano again someday. Warm regards, o8Experience Team
via Tripadvisor
Recommend
Relaxed and informetive . Robin was easy going and gave us an “insider” background to Japanese culture
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for joining o8Experience! We’re really happy to hear the tour felt relaxed and informative, and that Robin made it easygoing while sharing that “insider” background on Japanese culture. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to him. Hope we can welcome you back to Nagano again someday!
via Viator
Our favorite tour in Japan
Masa was a fantastic guide who took us to places we otherwise would not have found on our own, mostly small family-owned restaurants where he had personal connections with the owner/operators. The food was also some of the best we had during our time in Japan.
Response from the operator: thank you so much! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the small, family-run spots our team loves and supports. Sharing places where we have personal connections is a big part of what makes o8 special. It means a lot to hear the food was among your best in Japan. We hope to welcome you back to Nagano soon! — The o8Experience Team
via Viator
Fun and food in Nagano!
We had a great time on our Izakaya food tour! We started out with Yakitori, so good! Then we went to visit a local ramen shop handmade by a lady who bicycles to her shop everyday at 6 am to make those noodles. The broth and veggies were amazing! She was so kind to us. We got to see one of Japan’s oldest movie theaters on the way to our next pub stop. The gyoza there was really good! And finally we ended our tour at a local pub run by a gentleman who collects Americana type antiques. Such a walk down memory lane! We would never had experienced such a rich and diverse culture within Nagano without Masa! We are very grateful for the experience - one of the highlights of our trip!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed exploring Nagano’s local food culture on our Izakaya Tour. Each stop — from the handmade ramen and cozy yakitori spot to the nostalgic pub with Americana treasures — shows a different side of our city’s charm. It makes us so happy to know these local stories and flavors became one of the highlights of your trip. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Nagano again for more delicious discoveries! Warm regards, The o8Experience Team
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $112 to $16900
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 22
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 87
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Izakaya Food Tour in Nagano: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Nagano.
How much does Izakaya Food Tour in Nagano cost?
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Prices start at $112 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Nagano usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Izakaya Food Tour in Nagano take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Nagano is not rushed.
Is Izakaya Food Tour in Nagano worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 87 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 62 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Nagano, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Izakaya Food Tour in Nagano?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Izakaya Food Tour in Nagano suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Izakaya Food Tour in Nagano?
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Around 22 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Nagano can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Nagano and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Izakaya Food Tour in Nagano start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Nagano within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Nagano?
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On Outty we rank every Nagano experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 1-Day Tour from Nagano and Matsumoto Kamikochi & Matsumoto Castle, 1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano, Private Snow Monkey Tour - Conveniently Resort Hop and Sightsee. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Nagano?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Nagano?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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