Matsushiro
Nagano
Visit Matsushiro
Popular places to visit
Matsushiro Castle
Unlike tall turreted castles in the mountains of Europe, this site features a typical Japanese flatland castle. It was important in Japan’s history 500 years ago.
Mejima Family Residence
You can study the exhibits at Mejima Family Residence, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Nagano. Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area.
Chokoku-ji Temple
Chokoku-ji Temple is just one of the places to see in Nagano, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the temples in this walkable area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Former Matsushiro Literary and Military School
Explore an original Japanese school where samurai descendants learned how to function in the changing world of the mid 19th century.
Matsushiro Underground Imperial Headquarters
Visit an underground bunker that was intended to be a palace to hold imperial leaders during the last days of World War II.
Sanada House
See the home of the powerful Sanada clan who governed Matsushiro for 250 years, promoting an era of peace, prosperity and literacy.
Things to do
Snow Monkeys, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano
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Snow Monkey Park & Miso Production Day Tour from Nagano
Nagano Full Day Private Tour: Zenkoji Temple, by Car
Food & Cultural Walking Tour around Zenkoji temple in Nagano
Matsushiro Hotel Deals
Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa
Room was spacious and clean however the location is not convenient if you don’t have a car as it’s around 20mins from Nagano station. The hotel runs a free shuttle bus to the station which is good but the bus only runs about every 1.5h.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Nagano
Clean room,
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
Chisun Grand Nagano
Friendly staff, clean room and plenty of amenities. Breakfast was very good
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
TENNEN-ONSEN HOTEL LiVEMAX PREMIUM Nagano-ekimae
Clean comfortable room. Perfect for one night passing through Nagano
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
Toyoko Inn Nagano-eki Higashi-guchi
Great clean awesome hotel.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Hotel New Nagano NeXT
Conveniently located by Nagano Station. A lot of restaurants nearby. Storage lockers available before check in and after check out. They offer a free donut on check in. Prepaid breakfast had a good selection. Staff was friendly and helpful. Our room was on the 6th floor overlooking the street. You ...
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Matsushiro
Aokijimamachi-Aokijima
When in Aokijimamachi-Aokijima, you can plan a visit to Nagano City Museum and Nio-mon Gate, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Mamejima
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Mamejima and surrounding area, you can visit M-Wave Olympic Memorial Arena and Nagano Olympic Museum.
Shiozaki
While Shiozaki isn't home to many top sights, Nagano Prefectural Museum of History and Shinshu Anzu no Sato Aguri Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kurita
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Kurita. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Nio-mon Gate and Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum are a few top sights nearby.
Minamichitose
While there might not be top attractions in Minamichitose, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nio-mon Gate and Japanese Traditional Paper Museum.
Minamichitosemachi Tsuruga
While there might not be top attractions in Minamichitosemachi Tsuruga, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nio-mon Gate and Japanese Traditional Paper Museum.
