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UNDERRATED Places in Japan! Discover the CROW CASTLE in Matsumoto!
UNDERRATED Places in Japan! Discover the CROW CASTLE in Matsumoto!
Discover Matsumoto, the gateway to the Japanese Alps, featuring its historic Crow Castle, Yayoi Kusama's hometown museum, unique frog street, and a luxurious ryokan with a private onsen balcony.
1 plan · 8 places · 1 experience
Plan · 8 places · Matsumoto, Japan
Matsumoto Day Trip from Tokyo
“Matsumoto is only 2.5 hours from Tokyo by train and is full of hidden gems that are worth a day trip, or better yet, an overnight trip from Tokyo.”
1Matsumoto CastleCastle · Matsumoto4.5 (68)Closed · opens Friday 8:30 AMMatsumoto Castle, 4-1 Marunouchi, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-0873, JapanCreator's voice
2Matsumoto City Museum of ArtArt museum · Matsumoto4.4 (5,592)Open · until 5 PMMatsumoto City Museum of Art, 4 Chome-2-22 Central, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-0811, Japan- Yayoi Kusama's original works — Explore the vibrant and iconic original works of Yayoi Kusama in her hometown museum. The immersive polka-dot rooms are a highlight.
- Polka-dotted vending machines — Even the vending machines at the museum are part of the art, polka-dotted and signed by Yayoi Kusama herself in 2005.
3Nakamachi-dori Streetshopping-street · MatsumotoNakamachi Dori, Chūō, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-0811, Japan- Frog statues and merchandise — Discover a street filled with frog-themed statues, merchandise, and an overall quirky atmosphere celebrating these amphibians.
4Yohashira ShrineShinto shrine · Matsumoto4.3 (4,047)ClosedYōhashira-jinja Shrine, 3 Chome-3-20 Ote, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-0874, JapanExperience herePraying with friendly pigeonsTo make a prayer at this temple, you first have to get past the friendly pigeons that guard it. They're so tame, they'll even land on your head or arm! It's a unique and memorable way to approach a sacred site.
5Matsumoto IppoIzakaya restaurant · Matsumoto4.1 (481)Closed · opens 5:30 PMIppo, 4 Chome-10-17 Ote, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-0874, Japan- Bandits fried chicken — The signature 'bandits fried chicken' is incredibly juicy and flavorful, a must-try dish in Matsumoto. It's so good, the locals call it criminal!
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7Matsumoto JujoHotel · Matsumoto4.4 (458)Matsumoto Jūjō, 3 Chome-13-1 Asamaonsen, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-0303, Japan- Blended Western and Japanese design room — The rooms at Matsumoto Jujo offer a unique blend of Western comfort and traditional Japanese aesthetics, providing a stylish and comfortable stay.
- Private onsen balcony — Enjoy an insane bathroom that walks through to a private onsen balcony, allowing you to bathe in natural hot spring water with scenic views.
8Utsukushigahara KogenScenic spot · Ueda4.5 (1,055)ClosedUtsukushigahara Highland, Takeshikamihoniri, Ueda, Nagano 386-0507, Japan- Sacred frozen waterfalls — Discover sacred frozen waterfalls in the snowy mountain landscape, offering a unique winter spectacle.
- Snowy mountain shrines — Explore shrines nestled in the snowy mountains, providing a serene and picturesque setting.
- Scenic hikes — Embark on scenic hikes through the snowy mountain trails, offering breathtaking views and a refreshing outdoor experience.
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