Things to do in Koshinetsu, Chubu: The Best City Tours

May 22, 2021 Concepcion Newsome

Discover the best top things to do in Koshinetsu, Japan including Matsumoto Private One Day Tour from Nagano with Tour Guide and Private Vehicle, Nagano Like a Local: Customized Private Tour, Discover Japan Tour: 15-day Small Group, Matsumoto Discovery - One Day Private Tour, Izakaya Food Tour in Nagano, Highlights of Japan Tour: 10-day Small Group, Mt. Fuji Area Full-Day Private Trip (Tokyo DEP.) with Nationally-Licensed Guide, Nagano Private Two Day Tour , Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour to Mount Fuji and Hakone, Matsumoto Discovery - Half Day Private Tour.
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1. Matsumoto Private One Day Tour from Nagano with Tour Guide and Private Vehicle

Nagano Station, Japan, 〒380-0921 長野県長野市大字栗田59 Japan Awaits
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On this full day private tour, visit the city of Matsumoto with your tour guide. Enjoy the historical Matsumoto Castle, the unique streets of Nawate and Nakamachi and see Daio Wasasbi Farm, the largest wasabi farm in Japan in the tranquil Hotaka Town.

Inclusions: Transportation within Matsumoto City (either public transportation or private chartered vehicle), Trip to Matsumoto Castle, Nawate Street, Daio Wasabi Farm and more, Flexibility to customize your itinerary according to your preferences.

Exclusions: Meals, snacks and drinks, Optional Activities in Matsumoto

Reviewed By 926maggieh

While we were sad to have to cancel our July trip to Japan due to the pandemic, we found the process of working with Japan Awaits to be easy and efficient. I can't speak to the full experience since we weren't able to go, but filling out the form and our communication with the company was no problem. And their prompt and courteous response to our request for a refund speaks to their professionalism. We will definitely come back to ask for their help in procuring tickets to the Studio Ghibli Museum when we do finally make it to Japan! Fingers crossed for next summer.

2. Nagano Like a Local: Customized Private Tour

Shinano Art Museum & Higashiyama Kaii Gallery, Nagano Prefecture, 1-chōme-4-4 Hakoshimizu, Nagano, 380-0801, Japan Shinano Art Museum & Higashiyama Kaii Gallery, Nagano Prefecture, 1-chōme, Nagano, 380-0801, Japan
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Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see.

Inclusions: Local guide ("Lokafyer", Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Optional activity costs, Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)

3. Discover Japan Tour: 15-day Small Group

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See the real Japan and experience its culture beyond the typical tourist sites. You'll walk through busy streets, ride the bullet train, and enjoy local foods. Each tour is customized to fit the preferences of the group.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner

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Reviewed By 559janies

My 2 friends and I went on the beginners Spring Tour 2019 for our first trip to Japan. We loved it and can't wait to go back! Becky and Shawn are awesome. They were so down to earth, helpful and very knowledgeable. I also really liked that the tour group is small. It allows you to get to know your fellow group members and ensures personal attention from your guides. We saw so many large tour groups at tour sites and they looked a little chaotic, it made me happy we chose a small group. The accommodations were always clean and comfortable and located perfectly. Food was amazing!!! If you are willing to try new things you can have an amazing gourmet experience. The events and locations that Becky and Shawn chose were top notch and we got to experience all different modes of transportation while there.

4. Matsumoto Discovery - One Day Private Tour

Matsumoto Station, 1 Chome-1 Fukashi, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-0815, Japan Welcome Matsumoto
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Discover a real feudal era castle and much more of Matsumoto City on a personalized full-day tour! Explore all the nooks and crannies of the city! Our local resident English or French speaking guides are available to provide the most fascinating and enjoyable experience possible. Experience Matsumoto from a local’s point of view! You may customize your half-day itinerary however you desire and explore each site in whatever order you wish. Or simply follow our recommended tour. Let us help you choose the best option to meet your needs! Take more than just a tour, discover ancient history and wisdom, have a unique and enlightening experience! Get a glimpse of all there is to explore in Matsumoto City! The provided tour details is our recommended itinerary. Tour available in English and French.

Inclusions: English or French speaking Private Guide, The preparation of your personalized itinerary according to your interests, Transportation, meals, entrance tickets, etc. for your guide

Exclusions: Transportation, meals, entrance tickets, miscellaneous fees for you during the activity, Insurance (Travel Insurance, Private Insurance, etc...)

Reviewed By X5576MCstephaniem

My Matsumoto trip was AWESOME, thanks to Sylvain! I intended to only see the castle on this trip. When i originally contacted Sylvain, he asked me what else i may be interested in and suggested many things. I ended up doing activities i would have never considered! It was such fun. Sylvain is professional, knowledgeable and courteous!

5. Izakaya Food Tour in Nagano

Nagano Station, Japan, 〒380-0921 長野県長野市大字栗田59 o8Experience
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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 take a small group of eight or even 1 guest 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. ・4+ mouth-watering Japanese food tastings, enough for a full dinner meal, such as Edamame, Fried food, Stewed pork & 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.

Inclusions: Izakaya Food Dinner: Such as Edamame, Fried food, Stewed pork & Soba, 2 alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink, Photos during the tour, English speaking guide, Local bar introduction on the back street of Nagano

Exclusions: Private transportation, Extra drinks and food (available to purchase), Meal for infant, Bullet train tickets and other transportation fees.

Reviewed By marcodomeniconi

The experience of discovering incredible places with Masashi was awesome. He guided us to rare and surprising places with a great sense of humour. We were on a family trip and in very good hands.

6. Highlights of Japan Tour: 10-day Small Group

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See the real Japan and experience its culture beyond the typical tourist sites. You'll walk through busy streets, ride the bullet train, and enjoy local foods. Each tour is customized to fit the preferences of the group.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast

Exclusions: Travel Insurance, Airfare

Reviewed By 559janies

My 2 friends and I went on the beginners Spring Tour 2019 for our first trip to Japan. We loved it and can't wait to go back! Becky and Shawn are awesome. They were so down to earth, helpful and very knowledgeable. I also really liked that the tour group is small. It allows you to get to know your fellow group members and ensures personal attention from your guides. We saw so many large tour groups at tour sites and they looked a little chaotic, it made me happy we chose a small group. The accommodations were always clean and comfortable and located perfectly. Food was amazing!!! If you are willing to try new things you can have an amazing gourmet experience. The events and locations that Becky and Shawn chose were top notch and we got to experience all different modes of transportation while there.

7. Mt. Fuji Area Full-Day Private Trip (Tokyo DEP.) with Nationally-Licensed Guide

Shinjuku Station, 3-chōme-38-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022, Japan Japan Guide Agency
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This value-packed trip with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Mt. Fuji area! Mt. Fuji is about 100 km away from Tokyo, and it’s one of the most popular destinations for a day-trip from Tokyo through the year. Numbers of tourist attractions are available in and around Mt. Fuji offering visitors unforgettable experiences with the stunning scenery. Your guide will start your day with a morning pickup at your hotel. Let us know what special requests you have for the day and we will customize your itinerary in advance! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The Nationally-licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Inclusions: Free Photos, Hotel Pick up and Drop-off, Licensed Local Guide

Exclusions: Other personal expenses, Entrance fee (for you and your guide), Private transportation, Transportation fee (for yourself and your guide), for yourself and your guide

Reviewed By Cwshaman

The flexibility to chose locations that suited our wants and abilities was great. Hiro San was very quick to put together an itinerary that accommodated a family with a stroller-baby (no monkey park due to long unpacked walking paths). Taking in the beautiful temples and view of the Kyoto from the west was breath taking and the guide was able to explain many things we as new Japanese learners could not read or know through cultural knowledge. Overall a great experience, a wonderful and lively guide, and some great memories.

8. Nagano Private Two Day Tour

Nagano Station, Japan, 〒380-0921 長野県長野市大字栗田59 Japan Awaits
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Enjoy a 2-day, 1 night trip in Nagano where you will spend one full day with an English-speaking guide taking you around the city—enjoying attractions such as snow monkeys, the famous Zenkoji Temple and later relaxing at a traditional onsen (hot springs) and enjoying a traditional Japanese multi-course (kaiseki) dinner at a traditional Japanese ryokan (hotel). On the second day after checking out of the hotel, spend the free day snowboarding/ skiing or spend more time exploring the city on your own (without tour guide), or book one of the add-on second-day tours with us.

Inclusions: Private tour with local tour guide (tour guide on the first day only, the second day is free day without tour guide), Breakfast, Dinner, Transportation within Nagano City on the first day (public transport or chartered vehicle options), Onsen (hot springs) experience at hotel. Please note that the onsen is within the hotel and may not be connected to your room (there may be times when there is no onsen within your hotel, but you will have access to the onsen in the area of the ryokan). For private onsen experience, it is available at additional cost at the ryokan (usually around 1500 to 2500 JPY for 1 hour), Overnight accommodation at traditional Japanese hotel (ryokan) rated at 3 Stars (or 4 - 5 Star hotel option is available at checkout)

Exclusions: Lunch, snacks and drinks, Optional activities, Add-on experiences on the second day (available at booking), Private onsen experience (additional cost for private experience at ryokan), Gratuities

Reviewed By 926maggieh

While we were sad to have to cancel our July trip to Japan due to the pandemic, we found the process of working with Japan Awaits to be easy and efficient. I can't speak to the full experience since we weren't able to go, but filling out the form and our communication with the company was no problem. And their prompt and courteous response to our request for a refund speaks to their professionalism. We will definitely come back to ask for their help in procuring tickets to the Studio Ghibli Museum when we do finally make it to Japan! Fingers crossed for next summer.

9. Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour to Mount Fuji and Hakone

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We are providing 1-day trip which includes Mt Fuji and Hakone. You will be picked up from your hotel. We only provide private charters which ensure your full satisfaction and comfortable. This 1-day trip is fully customizable in fact we are open for your suggestions. We will visit Mt Fuji area and Hakone 1 day lake Kawaguchi, Kachi kachi ropeway, Mt fuji 5th station (if weather permitted) (Hakone ) Lake Ashi,Pirate cruise. Owakudani Fuji Area Only Suggested Itinerary : Mt Fuji 5th Station Lake Kawaguchi Kachi Kachi Ropeway Arashiyama Shrine Kita hongou Sengen shrine Chureito Pagoda Oshino Hakkai We provide English speaking Guide Cum driver.

Inclusions: Private transportation, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking driver cum guide, Pick Up and Drop off to Hotel

Exclusions: Lunch, Ticket for any activity (ropeway, cruise etc)

Reviewed By Dloh1213

This was our second trip touring with our wonderful guide Khizer. We had arrived in to Tokyo amidst all the shutdowns surrounding CoronaVirus fears. Khizer knew what was open and sent me a list of what we could choose from for our day. We chose the Toshugu Shrine complex in Nikko and the Edo Wonderland experience for the day. Both were amazing and having Khizer there with us made it that more enjoyable. He is so kind and accommodating and even offered to help us with information beyond our last day with him. It could have been a very stressful time but he made it a memorable experience that begs for your return to experience more. Hope to see you again soon Khizer!

10. Matsumoto Discovery - Half Day Private Tour

Matsumoto Station, 1 Chome-1 Fukashi, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-0815, Japan Welcome Matsumoto
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Discover a real feudal era castle and the historical streets! Explore an introduction into Matsumoto’s past and present! Our local resident English or French speaking guides are available to provide the most fascinating and enjoyable experience possible. Experience Matsumoto from a local’s point of view! You may customize your half-day itinerary however you desire and explore each site in whatever order you wish. Or simply follow our recommended tour. Let us help you choose the best option to meet your needs! Take more than just a tour, discover ancient history and wisdom, have a unique and enlightening experience! Get a glimpse of all there is to explore in Matsumoto City! The provided tour details is our recommended itinerary. Tour available in English and French.

Inclusions: English or French speaking Private Guide, The preparation of your personalized itinerary according to your interests, Transportation, meals, entrance tickets, etc... for your guide

Exclusions: Transportation, meals, entrance tickets, miscellaneous fees for you during the activity, Insurance (Travel Insurance, Private Insurance, etc...)

Reviewed By Anistatia

It was more than a ton of fun making soba from scratch and realising how easy it is to do at home. The tasting of our own noodles was a treat, accompanied by tempura and tea as extras. So close to the castle, it makes for a nice break in the touring around this beautiful city.

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