Matsumoto
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Matsumoto
Asama Onsen
While there might not be top attractions in Asama Onsen, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Asama Hot Spring and Utsukushigahara Onsen.
Niimura
While there might not be top attractions in Niimura, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and Kametaya Sake Brewery.
Kaichi
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kaichi and surrounding area, you can visit Matsumoto Castle and Matsumoto Timepiece Museum.
Tsukama
Though Tsukama might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Matsumoto City Museum of Art and Matsumoto Performing Arts Center.
Sasabe
Sasabe might not have many top sights, but Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and Matsumoto Timepiece Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Wadamachi
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wadamachi and surrounding area, you can visit Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and Kametaya Sake Brewery.
Iroha Grand Hotel
Breakfast was delicious. Walking distance from the JR station. Room was basic but had everything you need.
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Richmond Hotel Matsumoto
Convenient location, very walkable. No dedicated drop off points which can make loading and unloading of suitcases difficult.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Dormy Inn Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring
Cheerful and helpful staff
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
LBase El base / Matsumoto Nagano
It was a great stay, enjoyed everything it had to offer but I recommend getting there by car or taxi since it’s out of the way of the train stations so you have to walk about 30 min
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025
Traditional Japanese private house "CLA-CHIC"
This is a private house overlooking Mount Jonen 5 / Matsumoto Nagano
Great place
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Popular places to visit
Matsumoto Castle
Among Japan’s most beautiful original castles, this attraction presents a different scene with each season. Come year round, as it’s always photogenic.
Kappa Bridge
Kappa Bridge is just one of the places to see in Matsumoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.
Matsumoto Performing Arts Center
Enjoy a performance at Matsumoto Performing Arts Center, a theater with a story to tell in Matsumoto. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.
Alps Park Matsumoto
Alps Park Matsumoto is just one of the places to see in Matsumoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.
Kamikochi Visitor Center
Explore the great outdoors at Kamikochi Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Matsumoto. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.
Matsumoto City Museum of Art
You can study the exhibits at Matsumoto City Museum of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Matsumoto. Take in the museums and waterfalls in this walkable area.
Things to do
Japan Alps Kamikochi Taisho Pond Snowshoe Trekking Tour
Full Day Walking Tour in Matsumoto: Matcha Tea and Stunning Art
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- Matsumoto Castle
- Matsumoto Shrine
- Yohashira Shrine
- Kaichi School Museum
- Jorinji Temple
- Matsumoto City Museum of Art
- Matsumoto Performing Arts Center
- Fukashi Shrine
- Visit Tsukama
- Visit Sasabe
- Alps Park Matsumoto
- Japan Ukiyo-e Museum
- Lala Matsumoto
- Visit Niimura
- Baba Family Residence
- Visit Toyoshina
- Visit Yamagata
- Mount Nagamine
- Matsumoto Castle
- Kappa Bridge
- Matsumoto Performing Arts Center
- Asama Hot Spring
- Alps Park Matsumoto
- Kamikochi Visitor Center
- Matsumoto City Museum of Art
- Taisho Pond
- Mt. Norikura Snow Resort
- Nomugitoge Ski Area
- Hinoki Hot Spring
- Japan Ukiyo-e Museum
- Utsukushigahara Onsen
- Fukashi Shrine
- Myojin Pond
- Myojin Bridge
- Matsumoto Castle Black Gate
- Ichinose Meadow
- Yohashira Shrine
- Nawate-Dori
- International Academy of the Suzuki Method
- Tobira Onsen Myojinkan
- Matsumoto Shrine
- Lala Matsumoto
- Kametaya Sake Brewery
- Alwin Stadium
- Kaichi School Museum
- Baba Family Residence
