Tea Ceremony and Zenkoji Experience Tour with ‘Shukubo’ Stay

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More Activities in Nagano
Itinerary
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About the Activity

Designed to provide guests with an intimate yet entertaining understanding of Nagano’s near-1,400 year-old Zenko-ji temple, this 2 day group tour combines an in-depth guided experience at the temple including a private ‘goma’ prayer fire ceremony and an exploration of the region’s food culture and renowned ‘sake’ with an overnight stay at a traditional ‘shukubo’ (temple lodging).

2 days

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Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Travel Date

Travelers

Adult : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

English-speaking guide in Nagano City, including guided tour of Zenko-ji and fire ceremony.

Accommodation at a ‘shukubo’ temple lodging: ‘Japanese-style Room’ with on-floor ‘futon’ bedding

Food and drink : Dinner. Dinner

Food and drink : Breakfast. Breakfast

Sake Tasting

Tea ceremony experience including matcha and traditional sweets

Simple snack of two oyaki

Additional food, snacks & drinks

Entry to other paid attractions at Zenko-ji's, or the 'O-Asaji' morning ceremony

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Travel Itinerary

Maximum 10 travellers in this tour.

Locations in the itinerary

Enjoy a simple snack of 'oyaki' at Ogawa-no-sho and sake tasting at Imanishiki. (order may be reversed)30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Zenko-ji Temple

I-491 Nagano Motoyoshicho, Nagano, Japan, 380-0851Experience a private 'goma' prayer fire ceremony, performing the ritual yourself, inside the Daikanjin temple complex within Zenko-ji. Afterward you will begin your detailed guided tour of Zenko-ji with (time-permitting), free time to also explore the temple grounds for yourself.2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Patio Daimon

54 Daimoncho, , Nagano, Japan, 380-0841Immerse yourself in a tea ceremony while learning the art and performance of this authentic Japanese experience.50 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Accommodation

Overnight 'Shukubo' (Temple Lodging) Stay

Meals

Dinner (Including traditional (vegetarian) dinner at your Temple Lodge)

Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

Meetup with your guide inside Nagano Station - they will be waiting for you in front of the large Information Board directly across the Shinkansen / 'Bullet Train' ticket gates - and walk toward Zenko-ji Temple, stopping at the smaller Saiko-ji Temple along the way and onto lunch.View Location

End point

Check-in at your 'shukubo', where your guide will say their goodbyes, leaving you to enjoy your night, including dinner between 18:00 and 20:00 and breakfast the following day between 07:30 and 09:00 (with the option to attending the 'O-Asaji' morning service)*.View Location

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Tokyo time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)Created on 30 Jun 2023Created on 23 Jun 2025

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