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Matsumoto is a small but cosmopolitan city on the edge of the Japanese Alps. Its history dates back to the 8th century but it's most famous for its fine castle, which was built in 1595 and is known as 'Crow Castle' because of its striking black and white design.
Although much of the city is modern you can still find the traditional lattice-patterned buildings in the old merchant district. Most of these are now craft shops, teashops or restaurants. There are some excellent museums worth a visit too.
Matsumoto is the gateway to many of the central Alps' most enticing winter and summer outdoor sports centers. Kamikochi and Norikura Kogen are not far away, and Takayama is just a bus ride over the mountains. One of Japan's most renowned ski resorts, Hakuba, is also easily accessible from Matsumoto.
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Suggested itinerary featuring Matsumoto
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Places near Matsumoto
- Kamikochi 26 kilometers away
- The Japanese Alps 30 kilometers away
- Hakuba 62 kilometers away
- Takayama 66 kilometers away
- Yudanaka 70 kilometers away
- Tateyama 78 kilometers away
- Tsumago 81 kilometers away
- Shirakawago 96 kilometers away
- Kanazawa 124 kilometers away
- Hakone & Mount Fuji 148 kilometers away
- Noto Peninsula 154 kilometers away
- Nikko 165 kilometers away
- Tokyo 173 kilometers away
- Kamakura 173 kilometers away
- Izu Peninsula 174 kilometers away
- Kyoto 242 kilometers away
- Nara 263 kilometers away
- Osaka 281 kilometers away
- Kinosaki Onsen 292 kilometers away
- Dewa-sanzan 313 kilometers away
- Mount Koya 313 kilometers away
- Tottori 347 kilometers away
- Matsushima 363 kilometers away
- Tokushima 393 kilometers away
- Tohoku 396 kilometers away
- Naoshima 412 kilometers away
- Takamatsu 414 kilometers away
- Kurashiki 423 kilometers away
- Kakunodate 438 kilometers away
- Iya Valley 441 kilometers away
- Matsue 451 kilometers away
- Tazawako 454 kilometers away
- Nyuto Onsen 463 kilometers away
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Accommodation choices for Matsumoto
We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Matsumoto. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.
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Kagetsu Hotel
Matsumoto