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 …

(General / Things to do)

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…

(General / Things to do)

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…

(General / Things to do)

20 Things To Do In Azumino & Where To Stay

Located within three hours of Tokyo, Azumino offers visitors a chance to experience t…

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Best Places to Stay in Matsumoto

Matsumoto is one of Central Japan’s most historic and rewarding cities, with plenty o…

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Best Places to Stay In & Around Kamikochi

Kamikochi is one of Japan’s beautiful and rewarding outdoor destinations boasting som…

Tours

(Multi-day Tour)

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

Spots:: Nagano Snow Monkey Takayama Matsumoto
Pick-up:: Nagano City
Drop-off:: Takayama

¥88,000

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1-Day Tour from Nagano and Matsumoto: Step into the Past on the Nakasendo

Spots:: Nagano Matsumoto Kiso Valley
Pick-up:: Nagano City Matsumoto
Drop-off:: Nagano City Matsumoto

¥24,900

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1-Day Tour from Nagano and Matsumoto: Experience Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku

Spots:: Nagano Matsumoto Kiso Valley
Pick-up:: Nagano City Matsumoto
Drop-off:: Nagano City Matsumoto

¥23,800

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(Day Tour)

1-Day Tour from Nagano and Matsumoto: Kamikochi & Matsumoto Castle

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

¥23,800

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[START FROM NAGANO/MATSUMOTO] Private Kamikochi Tour

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

¥172,100 ~ / group

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(Seasonal) 1-Day Tour from Takayama: Alpine Splendor - Shinhotaka Ropeway and Kamikochi

Spots:: Nagano Takayama Matsumoto Kamikochi Shinhotaka
Pick-up:: Takayama
Drop-off:: Nagano City Takayama Matsumoto

¥27,800

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(Green Season) 4-Day Tour from Nagano to Kanazawa: The Ultimate Central Japan Tour

Spots:: Nagano Snow Monkey Takayama Kanazawa Matsumoto Kamikochi Shirakawago
Pick-up:: Nagano City
Drop-off:: Kanazawa

¥99,000

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1-Day Tour from Nagoya: Kamikochi – Enchanting Landscapes & Seasonal Beauty

Spots:: Nagoya Kamikochi
Pick-up:: Nagoya
Drop-off:: Takayama Nagoya

¥28,900

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(Private Tour)

[START FROM MATSUMOTO/AZUMINO] Private Snow Monkey Tour

Spots:: Nagano Snow Monkey Matsumoto
Pick-up:: Matsumoto
Drop-off:: Matsumoto

¥160,000 ~ / group

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[START FROM NAGANO/MATSUMOTO] Private Wasabi-Picking Experience & Kamikochi

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

¥120,000 ~ / group

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(Private Tour, Multi-day Tour)

2-Day Tour: Matsumoto Castle, Nakasendo & Countryside Azumino

Spots:: Nagano Matsumoto Kiso Valley
Pick-up:: Nagano City
Drop-off:: Nagano City

¥265,000 ~ / group

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(Event Tour)

[AUG 14 ONLY] 1-Day Tour: Azumino Fireworks Festival & Snow Monkeys

Spots:: Nagano Snow Monkey Matsumoto
Pick-up:: Nagano City Yudanaka/Shibu Snow Monkey
Drop-off:: Nagano City

¥20,500

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(Event Tour)

[SEPT 27 ONLY] 1-Day Tour: Snow Monkeys & Local O-Fune Festival In Nagano

Spots:: Nagano Snow Monkey Matsumoto
Pick-up:: Nagano City Yudanaka/Shibu Snow Monkey
Drop-off:: Nagano City

¥20,500

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(Private Tour)

(Spring Only) Private 1-Day Tour: Cherry Blossoms of Takato Castle Park

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

¥188,100 ~ / group

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Access

(Destination info)

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…

(Charter)

HAKUBA → KAMIKOCHI

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HAKUBA→ MATSUMOTO

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NAGANO STN → KAMIKOCHI

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NAGANO STN → MATSUMOTO

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Snow Monkey Resorts Fleet of Charter Vehicles

Snow Monkey Resorts operates a fleet of vehicles that can be privately chartered for …

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From Matsumoto: How To Get To The Snow Monkey Park

Home to one of Japan's last remaining castles, Matsumoto is one of Central Japan's mo…

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From Kamikochi: How to Get to the Snow Monkey Park

Often described as one of the country’s most beautiful natural treasures, Kamikochi s…

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From Matsumoto Airport: How To Get To The Snow Monkey Park

Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport – or more simply put, Matsumoto Airport – is located around…

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Train & Bus From Matsumoto to Kamikochi

The Alpico Group Company, commonly referred as ALPICO, operates most of the local and…

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Train & Bus Timetable From Matsumoto to Kamikochi

The ALPICO Bus Company operates express bus services between Matsumoto and several ma…

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Limited Express Shinano (Nagano--Matsumoto--Nagoya)

Running from Nagano Station to Nagoya Station, the Limited Express Shinano connects t…

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Limited Express Shinano Line Timetable

The Limited Express Shinano operates daily services from Nagano Station and Nagoya St…

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Limited Express Azusa Timetable

Running from Shinjuku Station in Tokyo to Matsumoto Station, the Limited Express Azus…

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Oito Line inc. Hakuba Train Services

Running from Matsumoto Station to Minami-Otari Station, the Oito Line covers approxim…

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Matsumoto Airport

Located around 10km from Matsumoto City, Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) – or simply,…

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Matsumoto Station

Matsumoto Station is a small station connecting the city to nearby destinations inclu…

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Hotaka Station

Hotaka Station is a small but very convenient access point for travellers moving to a…

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Kamikochi Bus Terminal

The Kamikochi Bus Terminal is the primary access point in the valley. As such, all pu…

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Chino Station

Located on the Chuo Main line running from Tokyo into Central Japan, Chino Station is…

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Local Bus From Takayama to Hirayu Onsen / Kamikochi

The Nohi Bus Company is the main bus operator in Takayama City, connecting visitors t…

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Local Bus Timetable From Takayama to Hirayu Onsen / Kamikochi

The Nohi Bus Company operates express bus services between Takayama and several major…

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Limited Express Azusa (Shinjuku--Otsuki--Matsumoto)

Running from Shinjuku Station to Matsumoto Station, the Limited Express Azusa operate…

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