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GrandTour422666752542026-05-19Verified
Enjoyable hike + historical sight Starting with great few hours hiking through nature with spectacular views, that felt just like home (which is the European Alps), finishing with the interesting site of Matsumoto Castle. Our guide Masa was knowledgeble and fun to talk to. We enjoyed ourselves very much and fully recommend the tour.![]()
jeannie j2026-05-10Verified
A“ The Hills are alive “ Or rather the Nagano Alps!! My guided tour of the Togakushi shrines and surrounding forest and natural botanical areas was one of the highlights of my trip to Japan. Masayo OKABE was a phenomenal guide. She speaks excellent English and knows so much about Japanese culture and history in addition to the natural sciences and botany.I took the bus up from Nagano to meet her at the start of our hike near the shrine. We proceeded through a promenade of 300 year-old huge cedar trees. She made the culture of shrines in general alive for me so that I will be able to apply what I learned to all the other sites I will encounter in Japan. I had thought of doing this on my own using an all trails map, but was afraid of being attacked by bears so I hired a guide and I’m so glad I did because I got so much more out of the experience due to Masa’s knowledge. My tour lasted around five or so hours. The cost was ¥18,000. When I return to Japan, I will definitely seek her out again to explore the Alps above Nagano.![]()
Jim B2026-05-09Verified
Terrific izakaya tour in Nagano We had an absolutely fantastic time. Robin was a great host and guide. The choice of food venues was great. We’d never had 100% buckwheat noodles which were delicious. And we thoroughly enjoyed the conversation with him learning perspectives of Japanese culture that we otherwise would not have known about. One of the best tours we’ve been on. Highly recommended.![]()
Tandevil2026-04-26Verified
A must do experience We are visiting Nagano and pre booked this tour . We met our tour guide Robin who was very knowledgeable , was happy to answer all our questions and knew lots about the local area ,he spoke very good English . Food experience was very good , Saki tasting was enjoyable experience and some miso soup was also tasted . We saw the Zenkoji temple and a small shrine . We finished off our tour with a Matcha icecream. This is a wonderful tour to do around the area.![]()
Michael K2026-04-14Verified
Super Schneeaffentour Schöne kurzweilige Tour mit freundlichen kompetenten Guide. Leichte Wanderung im Wald![]()
Jackie S2026-03-22Verified
Amazing trip to see the snow monkeys in Nagano We had a lovely day out with Kei our guide. She was very friendly and her English was excellent. She took the time to chat to everyone and made us all feel comfortable. She even surprised me by saying Thank you to me in Welsh. Unfortunately there was not much snow around but it was a beautiful sunny day and we saw loads of monkeys. Lunch was in a beautiful restaurant in Obuse. The Japanese fried chicken was delicious. The meal was followed by a sake tasting session. We were able to choose 2 types of sake each to taste so managed to taste 4 between us. We had time to wander around the lovely little town after lunch and we enjoyed the local chestnut flavoured ice cream for dessert. The driver dropped us off at the Zenkoji temple so we had plenty of time for a bit of culture to round off the day,![]()
Lorna H2026-02-09Verified
Izikaya Food Tour We thouroughly enjoyed this food tour! The food was amazing and guide brilliant - we loved learning about both the food and history. We also enjoyed our first sake. Thanks for a wonderful tour!![]()
Jessica M2026-01-31Verified
Wonderful day exploring Nagano We had a wonderful time walking and talking with Masa. We had never been to Nagano before and this was a great way to briefly see the area and enjoy some of the local sights and flavors while learning some of the history of the area. I highly recommend this tour when visiting Nagano.![]()
marthamaet2026-01-30Verified
Great way to experience The snow monkey park We beat the crowds which made it possible to get close to the onsen where the monkeys bathe. We enjoyed the sake tasting and lunch in the town was delicious. Masa-san was an excellent tour guide. We highly recommend this tour.
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Claire Baines2026-03-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We had a fantastic day with O8 Experiences on the Snow Monkeys and Obuse tour. Everything about the experience was thoughtfully organised and genuinely special. Seeing the snow monkeys up close was incredible, and having Masa as our guide made a huge difference. He knows exactly how to avoid the crowds and the best spots to view the monkeys, which meant we had a relaxed and memorable experience without the usual stress of navigating busy areas. The visit to Obuse was equally wonderful. We had time to explore the charming town, visit the Hokusai Museum, enjoy a delicious lunch, and experience a lovely sake tasting. Masa also shared great local tips — including where to find the best chestnut ice cream in Obuse, which did not disappoint! We were lucky that it was just the two of us on the tour, which made the day feel very personal and gave us the chance to chat with Masa and learn more about the incredible tours he offers. We originally found O8 Experiences through an online travel platform, but if you’re considering booking we would recommend booking directly through his website to support a local business. Highly recommend this experience if you’re visiting Nagano and want a well-organised, authentic and memorable day.![]()
Li Jean ng2025-12-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Great! Masa is well converse in English. Thanks Masa for making my parents wish comes true. Masa bought us to the strawberries farm where it was not in our ilternary. We can enjoy the sweet and delicious strawberries! Highly recommend! Nagano is a beautiful and nice prefecture for elderly to enjoy because it is calm yet a beautiful prefecture to visit! Our family had spend 6 days with Masa. Well arranged! Thanks Masa!![]()
Lisa N2025-11-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Masa was an incredible guide for my journey through Nagano. His deep knowledge and warm personality made every stop unforgettable. In Togakushi, he shared the spiritual history of the shrines and led me through stunning forest trails with reverence and insight. In Obuse, he introduced me to the art and charm of the town, from Hokusai’s legacy to hidden local treats. And at Zenko-ji, Masa’s thoughtful guidance helped me appreciate the temple’s cultural and spiritual significance in a way I never could have on my own. If you’re exploring Nagano and want a guide who’s not only knowledgeable but truly passionate about the region, Masa is the one. Highly recommended!![]()
Pierpaolo Gianotti2025-09-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The guide was amazing. He was born in Nagano but travels a lot and speaks very good English. He told us many things about Nagano and about sake. A 5/5 experience!![]()
Bastiaan Meelberg2025-09-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We booked the Kamikochi and Matsumoto Castle tour and had an excellent experience. Our guide, Masa, was very friendly and spoke English fluently, which made everything easy and enjoyable. As it turned out, we were the only participants that day, so we were fortunate to enjoy a private tour. Matsumoto Castle was beautiful, and the time spent there felt just right. Afterward, we drove about 1 hour and 20 minutes to Kamikochi, where Masa accompanied us on an 8-kilometer walk through stunning scenery. The combination of history and nature made this tour truly memorable, and we can highly recommend it.![]()
Mary Rice2025-09-01Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We booked a private family tour of the Nagano area. o8Experience tailored the itinerary in advance based on our diverse interests and were very responsive. We focused on Obuse and Togakushi areas and combined museums with hiking, visiting ancient shrines and sampling the delicious local foods. Thanks to the efficient logistics we were able to see and explore a lot without rushing. Both Masa and Kay were very knowledgeable, patient and entertaining with our kids. It was a very special day! We highly recommend O8Experience for anyone visiting the beautiful Nagano area.![]()
Alenka Zupan2025-07-28Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Excellent experience with guide Masa🤩 Very flexible, polite, with good knowledge, food choice, informations... fully recommended 🤩![]()
Tsvi Reiter2025-07-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Food & Cultural Walking Tour around Zenkoji temple in Nagano The tour was 100% tailored and adjusted to our needs and preferences. It offered tons of local advice on specialties and attractions in Nagano. There was a decidedly non touristic vibe to the entire tour. My personal favorites were the visit to the oyaki bakery and the sake brewery. The guides - Takuma (the guide) and Katsuki and Soyoka (guides in training) were knowledgeable, friendly, fun, and all spoke excellent English. The tour was well organized and one of the best I've ever attended.![]()
Julia Krämer2025-05-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We had an amazing afternoon. The tour was really great, relaxed not stressed and very informative. The sake tasting also was a great experience. I really recommend going on this tour!![]()
Baptiste Romé2025-05-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nous avons vécu une expérience merveilleuse avec Masashi — les trois heures ont passé très vite. Nous avons appris, goûté et découvert tellement de choses. C'était comme passer du temps avec une amie. Masashi a une connaissance approfondie de son pays, ce qui nous a vraiment aidés à mieux comprendre le Japon et sa culture. Je vous recommande vivement de venir à Nagano et de partager cette expérience avec Masashi — vous passerez un moment agréable et inoubliable !
Why o8Experience?
We don’t just run tours — we create meaningful journeys. Each experience is designed to be personal, unhurried, and full of quiet connection. No big groups. No checklist-style itineraries. Just real places, real stories, and the space to take it all in. At o8Experience, we believe that travel is about resonance — with the people you meet, the food you taste, and the traditions you step into. This is travel that moves at a human pace — thoughtfully designed for those who want to feel, not just see. - Our Style - ・Thoughtfully Designed Each tour balances story and silence, guidance and freedom. ・Small Groups, Real Connection We keep things intimate so you can truly engage — with the place and with yourself. ・Locally Rooted, Creatively Led We live here and know what’s worth sharing — not just what's popular.
Experience Nagano the Thoughtful Way
We’re a small, thoughtful company in Nagano. Our tours are personal, balanced, and never rushed. Want something unique? Let’s build a custom trip for you.
Craving Nature & Fresh Air?
Take a deep breath and step into the wild beauty of Nagano. From snow-covered trails to alpine riversides, these tours are for those who love to move — and be moved.
Taste Local Life, One Bite at a Time
Join us on immersive food journeys — from bustling izakaya nights to quiet historic streets. Whether in Nagano City or Matsumoto, every bite tells a story of place, people, and tradition.
Slow Down, Feel More
Where the journey becomes the memory. Slow down to taste, connect, and feel. It’s not what you see — it’s how you experience it.
Our Signature Tours
These tours are our favorite ways to share the spirit of Nagano — personal, relaxed, and unforgettable.
Beautiful Nagano
We offer tours of old landmarks & attractions in Nagano. Experience the best parts of this wonderful nature of Nagano.!
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GrandTour422666752542026-05-19Verified
Enjoyable hike + historical sight Starting with great few hours hiking through nature with spectacular views, that felt just like home (which is the European Alps), finishing with the interesting site of Matsumoto Castle. Our guide Masa was knowledgeble and fun to talk to. We enjoyed ourselves very much and fully recommend the tour.![]()
jeannie j2026-05-10Verified
A“ The Hills are alive “ Or rather the Nagano Alps!! My guided tour of the Togakushi shrines and surrounding forest and natural botanical areas was one of the highlights of my trip to Japan. Masayo OKABE was a phenomenal guide. She speaks excellent English and knows so much about Japanese culture and history in addition to the natural sciences and botany.I took the bus up from Nagano to meet her at the start of our hike near the shrine. We proceeded through a promenade of 300 year-old huge cedar trees. She made the culture of shrines in general alive for me so that I will be able to apply what I learned to all the other sites I will encounter in Japan. I had thought of doing this on my own using an all trails map, but was afraid of being attacked by bears so I hired a guide and I’m so glad I did because I got so much more out of the experience due to Masa’s knowledge. My tour lasted around five or so hours. The cost was ¥18,000. When I return to Japan, I will definitely seek her out again to explore the Alps above Nagano.![]()
Jim B2026-05-09Verified
Terrific izakaya tour in Nagano We had an absolutely fantastic time. Robin was a great host and guide. The choice of food venues was great. We’d never had 100% buckwheat noodles which were delicious. And we thoroughly enjoyed the conversation with him learning perspectives of Japanese culture that we otherwise would not have known about. One of the best tours we’ve been on. Highly recommended.![]()
Tandevil2026-04-26Verified
A must do experience We are visiting Nagano and pre booked this tour . We met our tour guide Robin who was very knowledgeable , was happy to answer all our questions and knew lots about the local area ,he spoke very good English . Food experience was very good , Saki tasting was enjoyable experience and some miso soup was also tasted . We saw the Zenkoji temple and a small shrine . We finished off our tour with a Matcha icecream. This is a wonderful tour to do around the area.![]()
Michael K2026-04-14Verified
Super Schneeaffentour Schöne kurzweilige Tour mit freundlichen kompetenten Guide. Leichte Wanderung im Wald![]()
Jackie S2026-03-22Verified
Amazing trip to see the snow monkeys in Nagano We had a lovely day out with Kei our guide. She was very friendly and her English was excellent. She took the time to chat to everyone and made us all feel comfortable. She even surprised me by saying Thank you to me in Welsh. Unfortunately there was not much snow around but it was a beautiful sunny day and we saw loads of monkeys. Lunch was in a beautiful restaurant in Obuse. The Japanese fried chicken was delicious. The meal was followed by a sake tasting session. We were able to choose 2 types of sake each to taste so managed to taste 4 between us. We had time to wander around the lovely little town after lunch and we enjoyed the local chestnut flavoured ice cream for dessert. The driver dropped us off at the Zenkoji temple so we had plenty of time for a bit of culture to round off the day,![]()
Lorna H2026-02-09Verified
Izikaya Food Tour We thouroughly enjoyed this food tour! The food was amazing and guide brilliant - we loved learning about both the food and history. We also enjoyed our first sake. Thanks for a wonderful tour!![]()
Jessica M2026-01-31Verified
Wonderful day exploring Nagano We had a wonderful time walking and talking with Masa. We had never been to Nagano before and this was a great way to briefly see the area and enjoy some of the local sights and flavors while learning some of the history of the area. I highly recommend this tour when visiting Nagano.![]()
marthamaet2026-01-30Verified
Great way to experience The snow monkey park We beat the crowds which made it possible to get close to the onsen where the monkeys bathe. We enjoyed the sake tasting and lunch in the town was delicious. Masa-san was an excellent tour guide. We highly recommend this tour.
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Great food & local experience
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Easy tour for everyone
Our tour is easy walking tour.
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