Visit Matsumoto

Japan's No. 1 thick butter sandwich.

• Central Area

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

• Central Area

A view overlooking the castle town and mountain ranges

• Central Area

The vermilion bridge stands out along the approach to Yohashira Shrine

• Central Area

When in doubt, come here—Matsumoto's local specialty shop

• Central Area

Perfect souvenir soba sweets

• Central Area

Established in 1907, additive-free "Milk Bread" in front of the station

• Central Area

Matsumoto's oldest rectory in the prefecture

• Central Area

A small garden of respite remaining in the castle town

• Central Area

A beloved neighborhood park offering a relaxing retreat for residents

• Central Area

Freshly ground coffee and freshly baked bread, a resting spot for your stroll through town

• Central Area

Walking along the moat that was the key to Matsumoto Castle's defenses—a unique castle tour

• Central Area

A modern red well to stop by while shopping

• Central Area

Time transcends The old clock ticks away the hours

• Central Area

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

• Central Area

Roadside Stations Worth Stopping At on the Kamikochi-Norikura Drive

• Japan Alps Area

At Myth's Hot Spring, enveloped in the beauty of the seasons

• Eastern Area

The cream puffs beloved by Matsumoto citizens

• Central Area

The entrance to Matsumoto Castle, the remains of the "masugata" defensive structure that prevented enemies from advancing straight in

• Central Area

An ancient burial mound with a panoramic view of the Northern Alps

• Central Area

A Museum Where the History and Culture of Azusa River Live On

• Central Area

A famous spot for weeping cherry trees, where the mirror-like reflection of cherry blossoms in the rice paddies is spectacular.

• Central Area

A historic street retaining the vestiges of its artisan town past

• Central Area

A museum housed in a former movie theater that is over 100 years old

• Central Area