This area spreads out directly to the south and east of downtown Matsumoto. It is home to historic destinations such as the impeccably preserved Baba Family Residence—a traditional farmhouse from the Edo Period—and the ancient Mt. Kobo Tomb, whose cherry tree grove paints the entire hill in its beautiful pink blossoms in the spring. In Gakenoyu Hot Springs, you can enjoy more secluded hot spring ryokan with access to hiking trails in the eastern mountains. The hilly farmlands that are nestled in the valleys of this area make for some great cycling as well.
Area
Southern Area

Spots in this Area
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Baba Family Residence
Historical Spots & Shrines MuseumsSouthern Area -
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Mt. Kobo Tomb
Historical Spots & Shrines Mountains & FlowersSouthern Area -
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Nakayama Cultural History Museum
MuseumsSouthern Area -
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Domanoma
WesternSouthern Area -
24
Pizzeria
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Shisen No Hana
AsianSouthern Area -
22
Pizzeria Mar-de Napoli
WesternSouthern Area -
21
Don Quijote (South Matsumoto Store)
Tax free shopSouthern Area