The 7th ONSEN Gastronomy Walking Tour in Nasushiobara 2026 – Higashi Nasuno

The setting for 2026 is the Higashi-Nasuno area, accessible on foot from Nasushiobara Station. With the theme “Experience Nasushiobara’s History, Industry, Wine, and Dairy Culture on Foot from the Station,” the approximately 6.5km course will allow you to experience the region’s unique culture and culinary delights, including its Meiji-era development history, industries represented by Bridgestone, local wines, agriculture, dairy farming, and livestock raising. Six gastropoints along the course will offer dishes made with local ingredients, as well as wine and sake. Walk, taste, and learn as you experience the charm of Nasushiobara in a way you wouldn’t on a typical tourist trip. After your walk, refresh your mind and body in Nasushiobara’s renowned hot springs. Enjoy a special day fully experiencing the charm of Nasushiobara, feeling its history, culture, food, and the warm hospitality of its people.

“Gastronomy” is a travel concept popular mainly in Europe and North America that focuses on enjoying the relationship between food and local cuisine, customs, traditions, and history, nurtured by the climate and environment of a region, and experiencing the local food culture. ONSEN Gastronomy Tourism combines this with Japan’s world-renowned “onsen” (hot springs). “Exploring” the region on foot, “eating” local specialties, and finally “soaking” in a hot spring at the end of the trip—the appeal of ONSEN Gastronomy Tourism lies in being able to enjoy all of this at once.

Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 Location: Higashi-Nasuno area, Nasushiobara City, Tochigi Prefecture (around JR Nasushiobara Station) Capacity: 200 people *Registration closes once capacity is reached Participation fee: Adults and children (elementary school age and older) 6,000 yen *Includes gastronomy (meals and drinks), hot spring bath ticket, and accident insurance *Children under elementary school age can walk with the group, but meals and other services will not be provided. (Not eligible for entry) *Cancellation (refunds) is not possible after registration.

Distance: Approximately 6.5km Estimated time: Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours (excluding time spent in the hot springs) Registration and start: Higashi Nasuno Community Center (474-1 Higashi Koya, Nasushiobara City) Finish: Kutsukake 1-chome Park (9-1 Kutsukake 1-chome, Nasushiobara City) ■Start time slots ①9:15 15 people ②9:30 20 people ③9:45 20 people ④10:00 20 people ⑤10:15 20 people ⑥10:30 20 people ⑦10:45 20 people ⑧11:00 20 people ⑨11:15 20 people ⑩11:30 20 people *The opening ceremony will be held from 9:00. *Please complete registration at least 5 minutes before your start time. *You will walk at your own pace, but please finish by 16:00.

– Participants must be able to walk approximately 6.5 km. – Nationality, age, gender, etc. are not considered. Participants must be able to follow the rules, manners, and traffic regulations of the event. – Please note that food and alcohol will be served at the event when you register. – As this is an event involving alcohol, please use public transportation if you plan to drink.

Please come in comfortable clothing and walking shoes suitable for exercise. (Please bring your own rain gear, such as a raincoat.) • No baggage storage available. • Although the weather is pleasant, please bring your own hat, towel, and water for replenishment during travel.

For those participating in the ONSEN Gastronomy Walking in Nasushiobara 2026 Higashi Nasuno event, we are offering a 2,000 yen discount per person on overnight stays before or after the event. Please enjoy your stay in Nasushiobara along with your event participation! 😊♨🍂 *For details, please check the following URL: ■Accommodation Information (Nasushiobara City Tourism Bureau TEL: 0287-46-5327) ■Information on the “Pre- and Post-Event Accommodation Discount” for Participants

Supported by: Nasushiobara City Sponsored by: Glico Manufacturing Japan Co., Ltd. Nasu Plant, Cheese Garden, Nasuno Agricultural Cooperative, Tochigi Dairy Farming Agricultural Cooperative, Nasushiobara City Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Nishinasuno Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Nasushiobara City Agricultural Corporation, Nasushiobara City Livestock Promotion Association