National Treasure Matsumoto Castle Moat
Walking along the moat that was the key to Matsumoto Castle's defenses—a unique castle tour
The vast moat that once encircled Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure, forming its defensive core. The only place where its original form remains today is this Sōbori moat. Walking along the moat, feeling the sky and trees reflected on the water's surface and sensing the changing seasons, you might feel as if you've become a samurai guarding the castle.
Particularly, the area south of Fukashi Bridge, known as Katahata-machi, retains a strong sense of the former castle town. View the castle from the outside, feeling its grand scale and ingenious design firsthand. Here lies a unique way to enjoy Matsumoto Castle.
Particularly, the area south of Fukashi Bridge, known as Katahata-machi, retains a strong sense of the former castle town. View the castle from the outside, feeling its grand scale and ingenious design firsthand. Here lies a unique way to enjoy Matsumoto Castle.
Information
- Address
- Marunouchi 4-4-3 Matsumoto City
- Access (Car)
- Approximately 15 minutes from Matsumoto IC
- Access (Public Transportation)
- From Matsumoto Station's Castle Exit, take the Town Sneaker North Course to Matsumoto Castle/City Hall stop. Ride time: approx. 8 minutes. After disembarking, walk 3 minutes.
*Note: Business hours and closures are subject to change.