Enjoy signature Nagano culinary experience with Handmade Oyaki Making Workshop & Sake Tasting
Immerse yourself in Nagano's rich culinary traditions with an authentic hands-on experience combining local food culture and Japanese sake craftsmanship. Join a traditional Oyaki-making workshop, where you will learn to prepare these beloved regional dumplings, made from soft wheat or buckwheat dough and filled with seasonal ingredients such as vegetables, mushrooms, or sweet red bean paste. Guided by local artisans, discover the techniques behind shaping, filling, and cooking oyaki, before enjoying your freshly made creations. Continue with a sake-tasting experience to explore Nagano's renowned sake-making heritage, shaped by pure mountain water, locally grown rice, and the region's cool climate. Sample distinctive local varieties while learning about their brewing processes, aromas, and flavors, making this a delightful journey into the authentic tastes and traditions of Nagano.