Visit Matsumoto

Takasago Street: The Town of Water and Dolls

• Central Area

The city's only stone-piled tumulus, surrounded by rice paddies and vineyards

• Eastern Area

The spot where Matsumoto Castle's moat once stood, a hidden gem for those in the know

• Central Area

A used bookstore in Asama Onsen. Why not come look for a book beyond the steam rising from the hot springs?

• Eastern Area

The grand hall where phoenixes dance, a traditional restaurant founded in the Meiji era.

• Central Area

A doll shop that carries on the essence of Edo to this day

• Central Area

Dine on Modern French Cuisine at a National Registered Tangible Cultural Property

• Central Area

The river of Matsumoto, beloved for youth and fireworks

• Eastern Area

The Meiji Era's Passion for Education, Architectural Beauty Seen from the Octagonal Tower

• Eastern Area

A sacred waterfall where icefalls appear in winter

• Eastern Area

Faith relics carved with prayers into the rock cave

• Northern Area (Shiga)

Stone Buddha Path Lined with Prayers for Recovery

• Central Area

Experience the extraordinary feeling of strolling through a castle town in traditional Japanese attire.

• Central Area

The bridge connecting the castle town's past and present

• Central Area

Filming Locations Overlooking the Metoba River

• Central Area

Townhouse gates showcasing master craftsmanship

• Central Area

A retro escape from the everyday, a place that carries on the memories of the silver screen.

• Central Area

A Living Folk House Museum: The Residence That Hosted the Matsumoto Domain Lord

• Eastern Area

A historic site where the earthen ramparts of Matsumoto Castle’s outer moat remain

• Central Area

A winding corner that preserves the remnants of the castle town

• Central Area

The gate structure greets visitors with its imposing Nio guardian statues and substantial timber framing.

• Central Area

A retro Western-style mansion on the street corner, a renowned Taisho-era architectural masterpiece.

• Central Area

A small library located on the first floor of a designated Important Cultural Property

• Central Area

The Jizō Statue Where the Legend of the Lending Neck Remains

• Central Area