Izakaya Food Tour in Nagano

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

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.

Additional Info

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.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Local expert, personable English-speaking guides

Visit 2 or 3 food stops and have More than 5 dishes + Noodles(such as Soba)

Hidden bar and introductions.

2 alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink

Extra drinks and food (available to purchase)

Meal for infant

Transportation fee to meeting point

There are no mandatory in-destination costs.

What To Expect

Meet you in front of Starbucks at Nagano station.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

After meeting your guide, we will visit the 1st Izakaya(Japanese pub) to have some dishes and a drink

50 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Izakaya Food Night Tour in Nagano

Reviews

4.98

59 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Our favorite tour in Japan
Tyler M,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
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.
Fun and food in Nagano!
jackieo7,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
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!
Foodie tour in Nagano
Celia C,
Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We visited three spots in Nagano with Masa, our amazing & knowledgeable guide. We tried several skewers, tofu, the soba noodles (a must in Nagano) and tasty gyozas. The tour was both insightful and relaxed, we had a great time. We highly recommend Masa and this tour.
Nagano Japanese Food Tasting Experience
MullerS43,
Jun 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Masa, our tour guide was very attentive and knowledgeable. We had a wonderful experience and would definitely recommend it.
Must do in Nagano
Sarah B,
Mar 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
I had an amazing time on the Izakaya Food Night Tour in Nagano! Our guide, Masa, was fantastic—knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the local food scene. We visited some fantastic izakayas, sampling delicious dishes like fresh sashimi and grilled skewers. Masa shared the cultural significance of each dish, which made the experience even more memorable. He made sure we were comfortable and engaged throughout the tour, and his recommendations were spot on. If you're in Nagano, I highly recommend this tour for a fun and authentic food experience! You will not go back to your hotel hungry.
A day to remember
834silvius,
Mar 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a beautiful evening with an introduction to Japanese culinary culture. In addition to the delicious food, we also had the opportunity to taste some of the drinks specific to Japan. The group was small, which allowed us to have a much more open communication and also created a pleasant atmosphere, and the guide's answers to our questions made us understand Japanese culture better. Thank you once again for the beautiful evening.
Eat like a local
654maxw,
Mar 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great way to visit restaurants you wouldn’t otherwise know about, and try a variety of local food. Reasonable cost considering the amount of food and some drinks included. Tour guide friendly and informative
Good food tour
bikingmom,
Mar 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
This was a good food experience, but not great. My husband is a vegetarian, but does eat meat and dairy. Our first spot was perfect, seafood and fun spot. The next 2 dining spots did not have great veggie or seafood options. We loved talking to our guide, learning about Nagano and exploring some areas we would have not seen on our own. We just thought for the price the food could have been a little better.
Taste of Japan
Christophor J,
Mar 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Visited 3 different food establishments and got a real taste of Japan with plenty of food and good company. Our guide also had wonderful knowledge of Nagano and this tour is a must do when visiting the city
Amazing Food Experience in Nagano
BanDeb1962,
Mar 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A very personalised tour led by Masa who gave us many insights to the culture and food of Nagano. He took us to local food places that we would have missed and the variety of food was delicious. Highly recommend this tour!

From ¥16,900