Suggested Itineraries

Downtown Area

Visit Matsumoto Castle and other historical spots by rental bicycle

One-day trip
01

Matsumoto Station

2–5 minutes
02
In front of the Station or M Wing

In front of the Station or M Wing

Rent a free bicycle at the bicycle parking outside Matsumoto Station’s Castle Exit (see this blog). If all bikes have been already rented, you can rent one from the M Wing community center 5 min. away. See the free bikes page for details.
3 min
03
Kasamori Inari Shrine

Kasamori Inari Shrine

You needn’t travel far to see this enchanting little shrine. In fact, it is situated just a short distance from the ic... [Read more...]
5 min
04
Matsumoto Castle

Matsumoto Castle

Matsumoto Castle is one of five castles designated as 'National Treasures of Japan' and the oldest five-tiered, six-stor... [Read more...]
5 min
05
Taiko Drum Workshop

Taiko Drum Workshop

Become a Skilled Taiko Drummer After Visiting the Castle Delve deeper into the history of Matsumoto by joining our alwa... [Read more...]
* Optional
5 min
Via Nawate Alley
06
Nawate Street

Nawate Street

Just across a small bridge on the way to Matsumoto Castle, Nawate Street is a row of small shops with a subtle but recur... [Read more...]
1 min
07
Nakamachi Street

Nakamachi Street

Nakamachi Street is known for its traditional storehouses, called kura, which are characterized by their black-and-white... [Read more...]
Along Nakamachi Street
08
Matsushita [CLOSED]

Matsushita [CLOSED]

This shop has permanently closed since November 2023. Located next to the Kurassic-kan in Nakamachi. Matsushita makes t... [Read more...]
Try Matsushita's "toji soba." You could also eat at one of the other soba shops.
3 min
09
Genchi Well

Genchi Well

A historic well located in the center of the city. It has been used for hundreds of years by the locals. The natural spring water from the well is safe for drinking, so why not give it a try?
5 min
10
Fukashi Shrine

Fukashi Shrine

A beautiful shrine located near the Matsumoto Museum of Art and the Performing Arts Centre. Fukashi Shrine is dedicated ... [Read more...]
5 min
11

Matsumoto Station or M Wing

Return the bicycle at the place you rented it from.
5 min
Use the "Town Sneaker" bus (North or East route)
12
Hikariya Higashi

Hikariya Higashi

Taste Japanese food in this old historical building Built in 1885, it records the passing moments of the last 127 years... [Read more...]
Enjoy dinner here or at any izakaya like Itoya
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