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Official travel information for Matsumoto brought to you by local expats living in the city. Find events, sightseeing destinations, and useful tips to help plan your trip. Also, get the inside scoop on Matsumoto Castle, Kamikochi, hiking and historical spots, cherry blossom forecasts, and more!
Jun 2, 2020 · Matsumoto Castle is one of five castles designated as ‘National Treasures of Japan’ and the oldest five-tiered, six-story castle tower remaining in Japan.
Matsumoto is full of exciting sightseeing destinations, many of them walkable from the station. See the picture-perfect Matsumoto Castle and former Kaichi School, be intrigued by the works of Matsumoto-born Yayoi Kusama at the Matsumoto Museum of Art, or explore beautiful, historical shinto shrines. For nature lovers, head to the surrounding ...
Had enough of bustling cities and crowded trains? Come to Matsumoto and get a glimpse of a different Japan where you can cycle among the rice patties, meet local farmers at the morning market, and pick sun-ripened, fresh fruits from the orchards.
Matsumoto City is located in the middle of Nagano Prefecture where the 1998 Winter Olympics were hosted. It sits at the foot of the Japanese Alps, nestled between the mountains in the heart of Japan. Matsumoto is easily accessible by road, air, and rail. We’ll go over the suggested routes below.
Apr 16, 2024 · The Japan Ukiyo-e (Ukiyoe) Museum is a print maker’s dream, holding the largest private collection of ukiyo-e (woodblock prints), paintings screens and old books in the world. The Sakai family has collected more than 100,000 pieces over several generations.
It’s a great way to see destinations that have been awarded a 3-star rating by the Michelin Guide to Japan including Matsumoto Castle, Shirakawa-go’s historic village, the old town in Takayama, and the Kenrokuen Garden.
You can download PDF brochures containing handy maps of Matsumoto and its sites of interest. Brochure of Matsumoto (2023) Matsumoto Town Walking Map (2023) Kamikochi (2023) Matsumoto Cycling Map (2021) Nakamachi Street (2019) Concierge map created by local volunteers (2015) Convention Guidebook (2017)
Renting a Car in Matsumoto. The good news for those who would like to rent a car in Matsumoto is that there are quite a few car rental places to choose from. Many businesses provide English websites. All the places listed below are within a 5-10 minute walk from the station.
Nicknamed the “Crow Castle” because of its black exterior, Matsumoto Castle is one of only 12 remaining original castles in all of Japan. Castles in Japan are deemed original if they retain a keep that was constructed before the end of the feudal era (before 1868).
