Two of the things I love most about living here in the center of Nagano are cycling the Matsumoto countryside and sharing this …
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Shinshu Miso: A must-see for all foodies and lovers of Japanese cuisine and tradition
It’s hard to spend even a few days in Japan without coming face to face with a bowl of miso soup. With its …
Taiko Drumming with Our Big City Tourism Friends
Matsumoto sits right smack in the middle of Japan, among many of the country’s highest mountains. Albeit compact, our castle town packs in …
Samurai & Katana: An Invaluable Historical Legacy
Matsumoto City is built around a feudal castle which has a rich history linked to samurai lore. You can still find remnants of …
Mini excursion into the Matsumoto countryside and a local Sake Brewery
Your trip to the sake brewery will start with a short 10-minute train ride from Matsumoto Station aboard the Dentetsu Kamikochi Line. It’s …
Walk Through History on the Old Kaido Roads of Matsumoto
During Japan’s Edo Era a network of roads was developed to accommodate both travel and transportation across the land. Matsumoto sat at the …
Soba-Making, Sake-Tasting & Fresh Wasabi-Grating: It's Easy in Asama Onsen
One thing that visitors to Matsumoto love is the walkability of this big little town. It's easy to get around on foot, and …
Insights & Details: The Best of Matsumoto
It's no secret that Matsumoto is more than just mountains and a really cool castle. But while some of the town's most appealng …
Cycling Matsumoto: No Better Way to Take It All In
One of Matsumoto’s underlying charms is its compact downtown area. From Fukashi Shrine to Frog Street, from Matsumoto Castle to the Museum of …
Uncover the Past and Taste the Present on an Evening Tour of Castle-Town Matsumoto
Beginning with the castle and spreading out in every direction, Matsumoto offers enough historical and cultural allure to keep you busy all day. …
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