Wasabi Farm Walking Tour & Lunch

4.6
(17 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Have ever seen real Wasabi? Discover the Japan’s largest Wasabi Farm!

Nagano Prefecture is the largest producer of wasabi in Japan. Home to many small family-tended plots dotted between the rice fields, rural Azumino – just outside of Matsumoto – also boasts Japan’s largest farm, Daio Wasabi Farm. The farm is a popular tourist friendly destination and is comprised of many large fields with a meticulously maintained network of small streams that constantly provides each wasabi plant with pure clean water.

Our tour includes a traditional lunch designed to highlight the flavor of real wasabi, served with other local food. Under the branding of “Shinshu” – the old name for Nagano Prefecture – you can enjoy our loved Shinshu soba, Shinshu miso and other tasty treats.

We recommend you try some of the many different Wasabi-flavored products during your visit, such as Wasabi ice cream, Wasabi beer, Wasabi sausages or even a Wasabi burger!

What's Included

English-speaking Guide
Japanese lunch set with wasabi
Entry to the farm itself is free of charge
Snacks or drinks inc. wasabi ice cream, beer, sausages, etc.
Any other optional purchases such as souvenirs.
Insurance (Travel Insurance, Private Insurance, etc.)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your tour will start at the Daio Wasabi Farm - in front of the main entrance gate / parking lot side.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The base of the Japanese Alps is home to several Wasabi farms, from the small plots nestled among the multitude of rice fields to Japan’s largest Wasabi farm. Thanks to the fabulous natural environment of the region, a journey into this Japanese countryside is a unique experience not to be missed! Established in 1915, Daio Wasabi Farm is highly photogenic and the perfect setting in which to dive into the history and versality of this surprising green plant. Wasabi is an essential element in Japanese cuisine and is particularly renowned as an accompaniment to Japanese sushi. A visit to a wasabi farm is a world of discovery in all the secrets of this famously zesty ingredient. Please note that the round trip from/to Matsumoto and the Wasabi Farm takes approximately 30 minutes subject to traffic conditions. This is a walking tour and does not include “behind the scenes” access to any area of the farm.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Our tour includes a traditional lunch designed to highlight the flavor of real wasabi, served with other local food. Under the branding of “Shinshu” – the old name for Nagano Prefecture – you can enjoy our loved Shinshu soba, Shinshu miso and other tasty treats. Please note, we can of course also cater to vegetarian and vegan guests and families with young children. During peak season, please be aware we are sometimes unable to make reservations in the restaurant due to the high volume of visitors at the farm. As a result, there maybe a wait time to enter the restaurant.

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Welcome Matsumoto

Tags

Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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