A customizable experience that presents culture, history, and fashion all in one Walking the streets of Matsumoto in a kimono made me feel …

• Kimono from ¥4,000, Samurai Armor ¥13,000
• 2 hours or more
• All ages

Your chance to become a samurai now that you’ve been to Matsumoto Castle! Where the History of the Samurai Endures What better place …

• ¥3000, ¥4000, ¥5000
• 30 min, 60–90 min, 120 min
• 12 and up

Start down the road towards becoming a skilled taiko drummer! A Great Intro to Japanese Drumming Learn how to play from a local …

• ¥5,000
• 60–90 min
• 6 and up

See, listen, and get hands-on with a centuries-old Japanese music tradition Just a few minutes' walk from Matsumoto Castle is a quaint, local …

• ¥1,000
• 1 hour
• All ages

An Authentic Tea Ceremony Experience Hidden Just Beyond Matsumoto Castle Witness a genuine ceremony performed in an ideal setting. Not only does Matsumoto …

• Adults from ¥5,000
• 1-2 hr.
• 6 and up

A must-see for all foodies and lovers of Japanese cuisine and tradition As one of the few traditional miso paste makers left in …

• ¥1,000
• 1 hour
• All ages

Learn a traditional Japanese culinary art from a master As Takagi’s soba master had put it, “Nothing tastes better than soba noodles you …

• ¥3,000
• 1–2 hours
• 10 and up

Discover the city with your personal English speaking guide! Personalize your itinerary In order to make your visit of Matsumoto as pleaseant and …

• From ¥13,000
• 4 or 8 hr.
• All ages

Glide across the crystal-clear waters of Azumino In Matsumoto's neighboring city, Azumino, you can go rafting on the pristine waters that flow through …

• ¥5,500
• 1 hr 30 min
• 3 and up