Nagano Prefecture Tourism Organization

2022-12-29 / Last updated : 2022-12-29 Sylvain Experience

A Guide to Matsumoto: Not to be missed

Matsumoto is not just limited to its castle and historic downtown. The areas surrounding the city offer picturesque landscapes both natural and historical. Hop on a bicycle and explore the Japanese countryside. Or stroll along the legendary Zenkoji kaido road which was once traveled by the lords of Matsumoto Castle. Let’s not forget a night tour of the city’s best Izakaya, finishing with an unforgetable view of the illuminated castle. Discover all the possibilities available to you with a guide to Matsumoto of things not to be missed! eTour of Matsumoto: e-cycling around the city Matsumoto is at its heart a country town where you can enjoy the tranquility of […]
2022-10-31 / Last updated : 2022-10-31 Sylvain Sightseeing

Visit Matsumoto: Sightseeing in the heart of Nagano Prefecture – Japan

Matsumoto City is located just a few hours from Tokyo and has all the charm of a countryside town. Sightseeing in Matsumoto provides a variety of tours for you to discover within an authentic Japan off of the usual tourist beaten path. From its history, culture, cuisine and nature to its ancestral traditions, a visit to Matsumoto is an authentic getaway into the heart of Japan. Matsumoto Discovery: Castle and Historic Districts The city’s National Treasure is a true architectural and historical marvel.  Matsumoto Castle is one of only five castles in Japan listed as a “National Treasure” and is worth a visit on its own! The castle attracts tourists […]
2021-02-10 / Last updated : 2021-07-07 Sylvain Notification

Matsumoto Facebook Live: February 13th, 2021 (Sat) – 3pm (JST)

Do you love Japan? Want to experience wintertime in the Japanese Alps? Join us and let’s go on journey of winter discovery together with Welcome-Matsumoto Facebook Live show!! Fun From Home Welcome-Matsumoto, in cooperation with The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) and The Nagano Prefecture Tourism Organization (Go! Nagano, Japan), introduces Matsumoto City and the many wonderful sights in Nagano Prefecture, LIVE! From Matsumoto’s famous castle and historic Nawate Street to Nagano’s fabulous Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park and much more! Date & Time The Facebook live show begins on Saturday, Feb 13th at 3pm (15:00 – Japan Standard Time JST, UTC+9) and duration will be approximatively one hour. The experience […]