Sylvain and his team

Matsumoto Experience and his team of local experts have a profound respect for Japanese culture and Nagano Prefecture. They curate authentic experiences that deep-dive into local life, history, nature, culture, and cuisine–ensuring that every guest leaves with a sense of fulfillment and wonder.
Member since Aug 23, 2023
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NAGANO

Simply Sake: Tasting & Brewery Tour in Matsumoto

Peek behind the curtain of sake production in Matsumoto–one of Japan’s most active sake-producing regions! Tour the operational brewery, learn about the process from an expert, taste a variety of sake, then take home a sake-themed souvenir.

from ¥11,200 per guest - 2 hours
Tastings
NAGANO

Discover Matsumoto: Landmarks, Sake, Kaiseki, & Castle Tour

Unique architecture, sake tastings, and long-trodden streets lead to a once-in-a-lifetime kaiseki meal brimming with Matsumoto's finest local flavors. Experience the history of the world-heritage site Matsumoto Castle and its surrounding areas.

from ¥22,000 per guest - 6 hours
Cooking Classes
NAGANO

Flavors of Matsumoto: Sushi-Making, Shinshu Salmon, & Wasabi

Experience the best of Matsumoto (Nagano) with a sushi-making experience with a master chef! Make fresh sushi, witness a fish-cutting demo, learn about “Shinshu” salmon, try fresh wasabi, then savor a handmade sushi feast!

from ¥30,000 per guest - 4 hours
Cooking Classes
NAGANO

Marvelous Matsumoto: Soba-Making & Wasabi Tasting (Nagano)

Learn how to make authentic Japanese soba noodles with a master, enjoy a handmade soba meal and try fresh wasabi in Asama Onsen Town in Matsumoto, Nagano.

from ¥15,500 per guest - 3 hours