Embark on a captivating tour of Matsumoto Castle, while indulging in local sake, food, and craft beer. Explore hidden gems, connect with locals, and capture memorable moments with our photography tour.
- Matsumoto Station - Meet up with our guide right in front of Starbucks at Matsumoto Station and walk to Matsumoto Castle.
- Matsumoto Castle - Arrive at Matsumoto Castle. Enter and explore this national treasure. It takes about 45 to 60 minutes to tour the inside.
- Matsumoto - Visiting here feels like going to your grandparents’ place. It’s run by elderly owners, offering a lovely experience with delicious sake and a look inside the brewery.
- Matsumoto - Your guide will introduce you to the retro town, favorite eateries, and cafes on the way to Nawate Street.
- Nawate Shopping District - One of the highlights of Nawate Street is the abundance of frog-themed decorations and sculptures. The frog motif is prevalent throughout the street, and there are various frog-related items available for purchase in the shops. The street attracts both locals and tourists who come to enjoy the quaint atmosphere, explore the shops, and take in the artistic and whimsical elements.
- Nakamachi Street - Nakamachi Street is another charming and historic street located in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. Like Nawate Street, Nakamachi is known for its well-preserved traditional buildings and offers visitors a glimpse into the Edo period (1603-1868) architecture. Nakamachi Street is lined with kurazukuri buildings, which are traditional merchant houses with distinctive white walls and black latticework. These buildings now house various shops, cafes, galleries, and museums. The street has a nostalgic and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those interested in experiencing the historical aspects of Matsumoto. Visitors to Nakamachi Street can explore the unique shops selling local crafts, souvenirs, and traditional Japanese goods. The area is also known for its sake breweries and local food establishments, providing an opportunity to taste regional specialties.
- Matsumoto Station - The tour concludes at Matsumoto Station, where your guide will bid you farewell.
If you want to explore more of Matsumoto on your own, you can stay in the Nakamachi Street area to continue your adventure.
- Introduction of favourite eateries and cafes
- 2 snacks (street food)
- High quality photographs taken throughout the experience to be shared with you after the tour
- Matsumoto castle entrance fees
- Sake tasting
- Extra drinks and food (available to purchase)
- Meal for infant
- Transportation fee to meeting point
Embark on a captivating journey through Nagano, where history, culture, and culinary delights converge. After meeting your guide at Matsumoto Station, step into the past at Matsumoto Castle, a national treasure dating back to the 16th century. Ascend its wooden halls, absorb the ambiance of tatami mat floors, and relish panoramic views from the castle keep, unraveling the tales of feudal Japan.
Continue with a sake-tasting odyssey at a historic brewery run by seasoned owners. Immerse yourself in the nuances of local sake flavors.
Savor 2 street foods (e.g. sweet rice dumplings, taiyaki, oyaki) on the the lively Nawate Street affectionately known as Frog Street.
Delve into history at Nakamachi Shopping Street, an Edo-period avenue adorned with well-preserved merchant houses. Explore quaint shops and cafes, absorbing the echoes of Matsumoto’s past.
Reflect on a day filled with Matsumoto’s medieval grandeur and modernity as the tour concludes at Matsumoto Station.
- Sometimes it takes more than 30 min to enter Matsumoto castle
- Walking shoes are recommended
- Minimum alcahol drinking age is 20 years. So we offer another drink for under 20.
- In case of late arrival, the tour cannot be extended.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
