The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum houses one of the largest and most important collections of ukiyo-e in Japan, with many of its artworks currently …
Visit Historic Matsumoto from Hakuba: Winter-Only Express Bus Service
Operating form January 17th to February 14th 2024, a new express bus service connects the popular ski resorts of Hakuba Valley and the …
Matsumoto Art & Architecture Festival
Matsumoto City endeavors to introduce visitors to the many aspects of our history and contemporary character through new events each year. In February …
Closure & Limited Opening Hours over the New Year’s Holiday
Over the upcoming New Year's holiday, many local attractions, shops, museums and other services in Matsumoto will be closed or have limited opening …
Matsumoto's Traditional Breweries: Sake & Miso
Matsumoto City is proud of its heritage and has always tried to preserve its ancestral traditions. Of course, just like many cities around …
Frozen Artwork of the Matsumoto Ice Sculpture Festival
As has taken place for years now, Matsumoto’s most popular winter festival will be held in front of Matsumoto Castle and at different …
Winter Exclusive: Join Our Samurai Sword Fighting & Castle Illumination Tour
We are always looking to enhance the travel experience of visitors to Matsumoto and as such, this winter we are happy to offer …
Bathe in the Light of the Matsumoto Winter Illumination
Renowned for its historic character and famous castle, Matsumoto is a picturesque city perhaps at its most beautiful in winter. From December to …
Shinshu Soba-Making & Fresh Wasabi Cooking Class
Made from buckwheat, “soba” noodles are eaten throughout and especially in and around Matsumoto. Many Japanese travel to Matsumoto to enjoy our local …
Matsumoto City Museum: A Curated Journey Into The Past
The newly inaugurated Matsumoto City Museum celebrates the city’s feudal heritage along with the historical and cultural features that make Matsumoto one of …
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