Matsumoto may be best known as the home of Japan’s oldest castle tower, but those who live here know that this town lives …
Matsumoto’s “Trick or Treat Kelloween” Frog Festival!
Visitors heading to Matsumoto on June 25th are in for a treat, or perhaps better said a “trick or treat”, as that’s the …
Some of Japan’s Most Beautiful Alpine Landscapes
Matsumoto City is located in the heart of Nagano Prefecture, host region of the 1998 Winter Olympics. As such, it comes as no …
Experience the Power of ‘Taiko’ at Matsumoto Castle
Held each year in July, the Japanese Taiko Drumming Festival brings together ‘taiko’ (drum) groups from all over Japan, in a magnificent display …
A Hearty Welcome to the Mountain Countryside
Many events will take place in downtown Matsumoto this year but you will also find other events in different locations around the city. …
Head for the Hills in the 2023 Tour de Utsukushigahara Cycling Race
Some people come to Matsumoto to check out Japan’s oldest castle. Others are lured by the mountains. But as the last weekend in …
Matsumoto Craft Fair 2023: Enjoy One of Japan’s Largest Craft Events!
Taking place over two days – the weekend of May 27th & 28th – the Matsumoto Craft Fair is one of Japan’s largest …
A historic night tour of Matsumoto Castle
The beginning of this year was an opportunity for us to make history! This winter, Matsumoto-Experience became the first agency in the world …
2023 Matsumoto Travel: What's new!
Are you planning a visit to Matsumoto in 2023? If so new cultural experiences are coming to this area very soon. Not the …
Introducing Matsumoto to Everyone in Australia
We love that people come from all over the world to visit Matsumoto. We love showing them all the cultural, historical, and just …