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Hands-on History: Make Your Own Miso at a 240-Year-Old Brewery

5.0(2)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews5 hFree cancellationBy Obuse Local Tours
Hands-on History: Make Your Own Miso at a 240-Year-Old Brewery

About this activity

Near the famous Zenkoji Temple, Togakushi Shrine, Nozawa Onsen, and the Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, Obuse offers a perfect cultural stop before or after your visit!

Savor a delicious bowl of ramen featuring locally-made miso (vegan ramen available) before stepping back in time at a 240-year-old miso brewery. Learn traditional miso making techniques and create your own 1kg batch of miso to take home. (Your miso will require several months of fermentation before it's ready to enjoy.)

This unforgettable experience is a must for miso lovers and anyone interested in exploring Obuse's rich cultural traditions.

We are happy to accommodate earlier or later start times upon request. If you'd like to further customize the itinerary, please let us know!

Note: Children under 12 make miso with an adult (child price excludes the miso-making fee).

What's included

  • ✓Donabe Miso Tonkotsu (pork broth) or Shinshu Misogura Ramen (vegan)
  • ✓Miso making fee
  • ✓Hokusai-kan Museum entrance fee
  • ✓Miso souvenir
  • ✓English-speaking guide (unlicensed)
  • ✓Miso tasting fee

Not included

  • ✕Meals and drinks other than what's specified in the Included section
  • ✕Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

  • Your guide will be standing outside the station, holding a sign.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers who are allergic to soy
  • Not recommended for travelers who are allergic to wheat

Cancellation policy

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

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