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Matsumoto Castle Tour & Soba Noodle Experience

Location Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
$91.86
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Matsumoto Castle and Soba noodles highlight the rich culinary and historical heritage of Japan. This hands-on workshop allows you to learn about traditional Japanese cuisine while creating your own dish.

  • 🍜 Begin with a tour of Matsumoto Castle, a “National Treasure” known for its well-preserved original structure.
  • 👨‍🍳 Participate in a soba-making workshop led by an experienced soba master, where you'll learn to use authentic soba-making tools.
  • 👐 The activity consists of two stages and is completely hands-on, ensuring an immersive experience.
  • 🥢 At the end, enjoy eating the noodles you prepared yourself, making it a memorable culinary experience.
  • 📅 This workshop is suitable for sharing with family and friends and offers an enriching insight into Japanese cuisine.

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Castle Tour & Soba Making
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours

  • Soba Noodle Making with the Soba Master
  • Soba Noodle Tasting + 1 Extra
  • Entry/Admission – Matsumoto Castle
  • Insurance (Travel Insurance, Private Insurance, etc...)
  • Miscellaneous fees during the activity (snacks, souvenirs, etc.)
  • Side Dish (Oyaki, snacks etc.) and Drinks

Meeting point
Tour begins at Matsumoto Castle. Your guide will be waiting just outside the main gate of Matsumoto Castle (just in front of the ticket gate and entrance to the paid admission area.)
Return details
Tour begins at Matsumoto Castle. Your guide will be waiting just outside the main gate of Matsumoto Castle (just in front of the ticket gate and entrance to the paid admission area.)

After touring the castle (Around 1 hour), the activity is divided into two stages:

Preparing and cutting the Soba (Around 1 hour) :
Begins with a short video introduction presenting the Soba and explaining the different steps involved in making it, from preparation of the dough to cutting the noodles, you will quickly start making this traditional Japanese dish. Under the watchful eye of a Soba Master, get step-by-step guidence in all of the stages required in making these noodles.

Soba tasting (Around 1 hour) :
Once the noodles have been cut, proceed to the restaurant where the Soba Master will cook the Soba that you have made yourself. Now you’re ready to taste your creation. Enjoy the Soba in its different forms – hot or chilled, even with Tempura (fried vegetables) and other side dishs!

The activity takes place in group of two people. A minimum of 500 grams is required to prepare soba therefore, the soba-making experience includes a shared serving suitable for 2 or 3 people. (1 bucket = 2 people).

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Matsumoto Castle Tour & Soba Noodle Experience

    Location Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
    $91.86
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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