Nagano's Oyaki

Oyaki is a representative local cuisine of Nagano Prefecture, a rustic dish made by wrapping ingredients like nozawana, eggplant, and pumpkin in wheat flour or buckwheat flour dough, then baking or steaming. Many oyaki shops line the approach to Zenkoji Temple, where you can enjoy freshly made ones while walking around. The ingredients and cooking methods vary by region, offering diverse flavors to enjoy.