Suggested Itineraries
Spring Excursion
Route 2: an excursion to the wells lovingly protected through the ages
30 min
1 min
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![Shizume Shrine](https://i0.wp.com/visitmatsumoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/ff2a1a40ec88d8dccf781d302bf07989-1.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1)
Shizume Shrine
03
![Taiman Well](https://i2.wp.com/visitmatsumoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/f4f198958998036082662beef4dea753-1.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1)
Taiman Well
This well is named for a restaurant that used to be here. Now, there is a small park. Part of the fun is navigating the very narrow paths. Try not to miss the sign at the entrance.
04
![Tsukiizumi Shrine Spring](https://i2.wp.com/visitmatsumoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_8300portionForEn.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1)
Tsukiizumi Shrine Spring
Marked by a huge 300-year-old Japanese elm 20 m tall. One of the oldest watering places.
See also here.
See also here.
05
![Metoba Spring](https://i2.wp.com/visitmatsumoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_7499portionForEn.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1)
Metoba Spring
Spring water used as mashing water in the only sake brewery remaining in the city area. Sake made with this water is known for being delicious.