Every year on the last weekend of July, Matsumoto vibrates to the beat of taiko drums. The Matsumoto Grand Taiko Festival draws taiko …
Kiso Shikki: The Lacquerware of the Kiso Valley
Kiso Shikki has been made in the valleys south of Matsumoto for over four hundred years. The tradition has been sustained by the …
July: 10 Things to Do in and around Matsumoto
As the summer settles in throughout Japan, an escape to the mountains of Nagano Prefecture can be a perfect escape from the stifling …
Matsumoto's Oldest Public Green Space at Joyama Park
Most visitors to Matsumoto head straight for the castle, one of the finest surviving feudal fortresses in Japan. But a short distance to …
A Fuller Day in Matsumoto: Pairing local flavor with castle-town history
Many visitors come to Matsumoto with one major sight in mind: the castle. It is the city's best-known landmark, and for good reason. …
June: 10 Things to Do in and around Matsumoto
June is not the month most people think of when planning a trip to Matsumoto. The cherry blossom crowds have gone, the summer …
Kamikochi Opens for the Season on April 17, 2026
Kamikochi will soon open for the season with bus service from Matsumoto starting on April 17th. There will be limited facilities open until …
3 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites in Matsumoto City
It’s that time of year again – the cherry blossoms are reaching their peak bloom here in Matsumoto! Japan has a deep connection …
What to do in Matsumoto Castle Area at Night?
By day, Matsumoto Castle draws visitors as one of Japan's most magnificent original castles. After sunset, when tour groups disperse and and the …
Hello Kitty Exhibition at the Matsumoto City Museum of Art
From January 21 to March 29, the Matsumoto City Museum of Art will be hosting the 60th annual Sanrio Exhibition. Sanrio began as …
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