Matsumoto, Kamikochi & Suwa

MATSUMOTO CASTLE

Matsumoto's iconic castle is unique for many reasons and one of the few remaining in the entire country that retains much of its original structure.

20 THINGS TO DO IN AZUMINO & WHERE TO STAY

The quiet rural enclave of Azumino lies just outside of Matsumoto and is your gateway to the North Alps.

MATSUMOTO CITY MUSEUM OF ART

Matsumoto-native Kusama Yayoi is the world's most successful living artist with a permanent collection at the city's art museum.

DISCOVER KAMIKOCHI

Considered the jewel of the Chubu Sangaku National Park, Kamikochi is open to the public from April to November.

WHERE TO STAY IN MATSUMOTO?

Matsumoto offers visitors a good range of accommodation with multiple hot spring towns within easy reach of the city.

Plan Your Visit

(General)

Best Places to Stay in Suwa

The Suwa region, located roughly in the center of Nagano prefecture, is an adventurer…

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Visit Matsumoto City: Everything You Need to Know

Most famous for its 400-year old castle, Matsumoto is a small but lively city with a …

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25 Things to Do Around Matsumoto & Where to Stay

Located in the shadow the North Japan Alps, Matsumoto is a small historic city best-k…

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15 Things to Do in Kamikochi, When to Visit, & Where to Stay

Part of the larger Chubu Sangaku National Park, Kamikochi is a beautiful alpine valle…

Tours

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(Private Tour)

MEET LOCALS: Discovering Local Heritage and Key Figures of Nagano

Spots:: Nagano
Pick-up:: Nagano City
Drop-off:: Nagano City

¥50,000 ~

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(Multi-day Tour)

2-Day Snow Monkey Tour: Nagano To Takayama via Matsumoto

Spots:: Nagano
Pick-up:: Nagano City
Drop-off:: Takayama

¥88,000

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How to Get to Matsumoto

As home to one of Japan’s last remaining original castles along with many other great…

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How to Get to Kamikochi

Sitting between 1,200 to 1,400 meters above sea level, in the shadow of Japan's third…

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Getting Around Azumino - Rental Bicycle, Bus & Taxi

So, you’ve made it to Azumino, the gateway to the Japan Alps and home of Daio Wasabi …

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How To Get To Azumino From The Snow Monkey Park

There is more than one way to get to the Azumino area from the Jigokudani Monkey Park…

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Charters

Private Charters

NOZAWA ONSEN → MATSUMOTO

Duration:: 2-3 Hours
Spots:: Matsumoto,

¥80,000~

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SHIGA KOGEN → MATSUMOTO

Duration:: 2-3 Hours
Spots:: Matsumoto,

¥73,000~

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Activities

(Historic & Castle / Arts & Culture)

Uncover the Wonders of the Jomon Period: Visiting the Obsidian Mining Pit and National Treasures Tour

This tour offers a unique and immersive exploration of Japan's ancient Jomon heritage…

(Historic & Castle / Nature & Adventure)

Conquer Nakasendo's Toughest Pass: A Journey through the Shimo-suwa Post town Area Tour

On this captivating tour, your journey begins in the charming Shimosuwa-juku, where y…

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MATSUMOTO CASTLE

20 THINGS TO DO IN AZUMINO & WHERE TO STAY

MATSUMOTO CITY MUSEUM OF ART

DISCOVER KAMIKOCHI

WHERE TO STAY IN MATSUMOTO?

Plan Your Visit

Best Places to Stay in Suwa

Visit Matsumoto City: Everything You Need to Know

25 Things to Do Around Matsumoto & Where to Stay

15 Things to Do in Kamikochi, When to Visit, & Where to Stay

Tours

Access

How to Get to Matsumoto

How to Get to Kamikochi

Getting Around Azumino - Rental Bicycle, Bus & Taxi

How To Get To Azumino From The Snow Monkey Park

Charters

Activities

Uncover the Wonders of the Jomon Period: Visiting the Obsidian Mining Pit and National Treasures Tour

Conquer Nakasendo's Toughest Pass: A Journey through the Shimo-suwa Post town Area Tour

Create a Timeless Masterpiece: Mechanical Watch-Making Experience in Suwa Tour

Kamikochi

Hotels

Events

Azumino Fireworks Festival

Azumino O-Fune Matsuri (Ship Festival)

Azumino Kamiakari

Matsumoto Craft Fair

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