Matsumoto Discovery - Customizable Private Tour
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Discover the True Character of Matsumoto on a Personalized Tour! From our famous castle, to our historic shopping streets and enticing food and art scene, Matsumoto is best experienced on a private tour customized to suit your needs and interests! Let us share our knowledge and passion for Matsumoto by crafting a private tour that matches your interests and travel itinerary. More than just a guided experience, we design private tours to reveal both the history and contemporary character of Matsumoto – in a way only a local can do! We will create an itinerary based on your interests, our recommendations or a combination of both. Accompanied by a locally-based, English-speaking guide you will then explore the city with your guide enhancing all aspects of your visit through their knowledge of Matsumoto and in any way that is of assistance. The provided tour details is our recommended itinerary.2 hours to 8 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Entry/Admission – Matsumoto Castle + 2 other venues / actvities
Lunch (at an agreed restaurant)
Private English speaking Guide
The preparation of your personalized itinerary according to your interest
Meals, entrance tickets, etc. for your guide
Transportation, miscellaneous fees during the activity (snacks, souvenirs, etc.)
Insurance (Travel Insurance, Private Insurance, etc...)
Entry for additional venues / activities
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Kasamori Inari Shrine
1-17-11 Chuo, Matsumoto, Japan, 390-0811Hidden among the tall modern buildings in downtown Matsumoto City, Kasamori Inari Shrine is dedicated to Inari, a deity of the rice harvest and prosperity in business. The shrine stands alongside Jorinji Temple, fronted by a wooden gate constructed during the Edo period over 200 years ago. This gate is considered the oldest wooden gate in Matsumoto.
On your way to Matsumoto Castle, stop by the Kasamori Inari’s hidden shrine and catch a glimpse of two traditions, Shinto and Buddhism living in harmony. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Matsumoto Castle
4-1 Marunouchi, , Matsumoto, Japan, 390-0873Matsumoto Castle is one of five castles designated as ‘National Treasures of Japan’ and the oldest castle donjon remaining in Japan. Construction began in 1592 of the elegant black and white structure with its three turrets. Because of the elegant black walls, Matsumoto Castle is sometimes called ‘Crow Castle’.
Please note that the stairs to reach the top of Matsumoto Castle’s tower are steep and narrow. 2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location3
Ishii Miso
1-8-1 Uzuhashi, Matsumoto, Japan, 390-0813As one of the few traditional miso paste makers remaining in Japan, this local miso brewery is a must-see for anyone interested in Japanese food and culinary traditions.
When you take a Japanese miso brewery tour, you will first be greeted by rows of 100 year old cedar fermenting barrels. Then one of the brewery’s own workers will swiftly guide you through the entire miso-making process and demonstrate how they create the astonishingly vast varieties of miso that can be found in Japan.
After the tour, enjoy the brewery’s delicious miso lunch, loaded with only the best miso-inspired dishes, like miso rice balls, miso pickles, and tonjiru (pork miso soup). 2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location4
Matsumoto City Museum of Art
4-2-22 Chuo, Matsumoto, Japan, 390-0811The Matsumoto City Museum of Art showcases the works of many Japanese artists who have been inspired by the city and its surroundings and holds a permanent exhibition of the world-renowned avant-garde artist, Yayoi Kusama.
The Matsumoto City Museum of Art will first greet you with Kusama’s “Maboroshi no Hana” (The Visionary Flowers) an impressive open-air sculpture. Inside the museum you will experience many impressive and immersive works of art from Kusama and others.1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location5
Nakamachi Street
Chuo, , Matsumoto, Japan, 390-0811Nakamachi Street is a historic shopping area known for its old traditional storehouses called “Kura” which are characterized by their black-and-white, criss-cross patterned walls. This beautiful street is also a popular shopping area among the locals with many shops and restaurants to choose from.
You can find many Japanese handicrafts, such as pottery, lacquerware and wooden crafts. Nakamachi retains this mercantile spirit, landmark of which is the old “Kurassic-kan”, a fully restored Sake warehouse, open to the public for viewing and host to many cultural activities. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Yohashira Shrine
3-3-20 Ote, , Matsumoto, Japan, 390-0874Yohashira shrine was built during the Meiji Period (1868-1912) and is dedicated to four Shinto deities. This unique feature is rare in Japan. Because so many deities are gathered together in one place, Japanese commonly believe this shrine provides special wish-granting properties!15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location7
Nawate Shopping District
, Matsumoto, JapanNawate Street is a row of small shops with a subtle but recurring frog theme. Aside from a variety of snack shops, the street also has plenty of little nick knack shops and souvenirs. Yohashira Shrine is also on Nawate Street and is a lovely place to sit while enjoying your taiyaki or rice crackers.
Feel free to stroll along Nawate Street and enjoy a relaxed rural village atmosphere within the heart of the city. Here you will find warm culture and hospitality and maybe a souvenir or two! 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location8
Nakamachi Kurassic-kan
2-9-15 Chuo, Matsumoto, Japan, 390-0811Kurassic-kan is one of the city’s most famous buildings. This former sake brewery is a construction that perfectly represents Japanese architecture, and some remnants of the past are still present here. 15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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You will end in downtown Matsumoto at any other location you choose. View Location
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You will end in downtown Matsumoto at any other location you choose. View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Tokyo time to receive 100% refund.
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