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Things to see in Matsumoto, Nagano (Japan): 63 places and when to go
Matsumoto, Nagano is a city in Japan with around 225,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 63 places in and around it, mainly Mountains (36), Nature (27), Hiking (10). The best known are Matsumoto Castle, Mount Jōnen and Mount Tsubakuro. In June there are 14 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 33. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Japan · 36.2404, 137.97
- Population
- About 225,000
- Places
- 63 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Mountains (36) · Nature (27) · Hiking (10) · Museums and art (8) · Hot springs (6) · Temples (5)
- Also possible
- All year round.
- Nearest airport
- HND Tokyo, 181 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount Okuhotaka, at 3,190 m.
What to see in Matsumoto, Nagano
The places in and around Matsumoto, Nagano, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Matsumoto CastleBuilding in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Japan216 m
- Mount JōnenMountain in Nagano Prefecture, Japan24 km
- Mount TsubakuroMountain in Nagano Prefecture, Japan30 km
- Takashima CastleJapanese castle26 km
- Japan Ukiyo-e MuseumArt museum in Matsumoto, Nagano, Japan3.3 km
- Kaichi SchoolMeiji-era pseudo-Western style school building in Matsumoto, Japan; first modern school building designated a National Treasure (2019)334 m
- Anraku-jiBuddhist temple in Nagano Prefecture, Japan21 km
- Mount ChōMountain in Japan23 km
- Mount MinamiMountain in Matsumoto, Nagano and Takayama, Gifu in Japan30 km
- KurumayamaMountain in Nagano Prefecture, Japan25 km
- Mount KasumizawaMountain in Japan30 km
- Mount Mae-JōnenMountain in Japan23 km
- Mount OteshōMountain in Japan28 km
- Mount NabekanmuriMountain in Japan17 km
- Sunritz Hattori Museum of ArtsMuseum in Japan24 km
- Asama OnsenBuilding in Nagano Prefecture, Japan3.0 km
- Dakesawa GoyaMountains · Hiking29 km
- Harmo MuseumMuseum of naive art on Lake Suwa, in Nagano, Japan22 km
- Ikushima Tarushima ShrineShinto shrine in Nagano Prefecture, Japan26 km
- Karasawa HütteMountains · Hiking28 km
- Karasawa GoyaMountains · Hiking28 km
- Matsumoto City MuseumMuseum577 m
- Matsumoto City Museum of ArtMuseum in Japan1.1 km
- Mount AriakeMountain in Nagano Prefecture, Japan25 km
And the other 39, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Mount Higashitenjo, Mount Okuhotaka, Mount Roppyaku, Mount Yokotōshi, Mount Chōchōmiyama, Gendarme, Akaiwa Dake, Mount Karasawa, Mount Kita-Hotaka, Mount Mae-Hotaka, Nishi Dake, Mt. Hikarujo, Mt. Komayumi, Mount Okami, Mount Takabotchi, Mount Ōtaki
- Snow: Royal Hill, Blanche-Takayama Ski Resort, Echo Valley Ski Resort, Kurumayama-Kogen SKYPARK Ski Resort, Family Gelände Kirigamine Ski Area
- Museums and art: Tateshina Teddy Bear Museum
- Temples: Eifuku-ji Temple, Kitamuki-kan'non, Shōrin-ji Temple
- Mountains: Hotakadake Sansō, Kamonjigoya, Minamidakegoya, Otenjo Hutte, Yamanohidaya, Yarisawa Lodge, Yokoosanso
- Architecture: Kappa Bridge
- Hot springs: Autobahn Hot Spring Lake suwa, Daishiyu, Hot Plaza Asama, Oyu, Shioinoyu
- Food and drink: Masumi
When to go to Matsumoto, Nagano
Months when you can visit Matsumoto, Nagano: all year round. Its places do not agree on a single best time, so check each one.
- JanPossible9:47
- FebPossible10:40
- MarPossible11:43
- AprPossible12:56
- MayPossible13:55
- JunPossible14:27
- JulPossible14:14
- AugPossible13:23
- SepPossible12:13
- OctPossible11:03
- NovPossible10:02
- DecPossible9:33
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 33. In April, 31 of the 63 places are at their best.
When to go to Japan in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Matsumoto, Nagano
The nearest main airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND, Tokyo), 181 km as the crow flies. How to get around Japan (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Japan, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Matsumoto, Nagano?
The best known: Matsumoto Castle, Mount Jōnen, Mount Tsubakuro, Takashima Castle, Japan Ukiyo-e Museum. In all, 63 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
How do you get to Matsumoto, Nagano?
The nearest main airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), 181 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Matsumoto, Nagano as the destination and these 63 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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