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Travelers heading to Matsumoto from April until October and looking for a tranquil, relaxing activity might like to consider rafting in nearby Azumino. A rural enclave within easy reach of Matsum...

Matsumoto City and the surrounding region is an ideal area to explore by bicycle. Ride NAGANO provides guided cycling tours following recommended courses or customizable to your needs, interests and ...

Located in the beautiful region of Azumino and set against the background of the Japanese Northern Alps, Daio Wasabi Farm is the one of the largest producers of wasabi in Japan. Covering an expansive ...

Located between Matsumoto and the Hakuba Valley, and in the shadow of the North Japan Alps, Azumino is a tranquil rural enclave best-known for its abundant farmlands and mountain vistas. Fed by t...

One of 18 museums making-up the Azumino ‘Art Line’, the Rokuzan Art Museum explores the work of sculptor Rokuzan Ogiwara. Considered a pioneer of modern Japanese sculpture, Rokuzan’s work explores th...

Even if you are yet to set foot in Japan or know exactly what’s this most Japanese of rituals, there’s a good chance you’re aware of the tradition of tea ceremonies. Referred to as ‘sado’ or ‘chado’ ...

Dedicated to the life and work of children’s book illustrator and painter Chihiro Iwasaki, the museum consists of five exhibition spaces featuring her work and other artists. Through her life, Iwasak...

Housed in a tranquil modern building, the museum is dedicated to the work of Takahaashi Setsuro, an acclaimed lacquer artist. Setsuro applied traditional techniques in creating dynamic and often abst...

Known for its abundant farmlands producing some of Japan’s best fruit and vegetables – most famously apples, ‘soba’ (buckwheat noodles) and ‘wasabi’ – Azumino is already known for its delicious food ...