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Matsumoto Discovery - Half Day Walking Tour

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About the Activity

Discover a real feudal era castle and the historical streets! Matsumoto is a city with deep-rooted living traditions and proud people who retain an ancestral way of life that we have to honor and respect! Get an introduction into Matsumoto’s past and present during a 3 hour half-day walking tour. Make your stay in Matsumoto the most unique and enjoyable experience possible! Your guide will help you enjoying the best of the city. Our half-day Matsumoto Castle Town Walking Tour is designed to reveal the living traditions of our city by following a different route to and from the castle, and in doing so, bring the history and tradition of the famous castle town to life! Take more than just a tour, discover ancient history and wisdom, have a unique and enlightening experience! Get a glimpse of all there is to explore in Matsumoto City!
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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
English speaking Guide
Transportation, miscellaneous fees for you during the activity (snacks, souvenir, etc...)
Insurance (Travel Insurance, Private Insurance, etc...)
Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch

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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 Location
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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 Location
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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 Location

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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

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Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point
  • Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

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Tour Guide Available In


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No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & 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.

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Operated by Welcome MatsumotoCreated on 10 Oct 2019Created on 11 Sep 2024
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