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Private Matsumoto Castle & Sake – Taste of Local Life
Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
$314.98
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Discover Matsumoto on a relaxed private walking tour that blends samurai history, charming streets and local flavors.
Meet your guide at Matsumoto Station and step back in time at Matsumoto Castle, a 16th-century national treasure. Climb its wooden stairways, feel the atmosphere of the tatami-lined rooms, and enjoy panoramic views from the castle keep while hearing stories from Japan’s feudal era.
After the castle, your guide will lead you through Matsumoto’s old town. Stroll along lively Nawate Street, known as “Frog Street,” and the elegant Nakamachi district with its well-preserved kura-style merchant houses. Along the way, your guide will point out favorite snack shops and a cozy, family-run sake bar where you can sample regional specialties and sake at your own expense.
The tour finishes back in central Matsumoto, close to the station, so you can continue exploring on your own or catch your next train after a memorable afternoon in one of Japan’s most atmospheric castle towns.
Meet your guide at Matsumoto Station and step back in time at Matsumoto Castle, a 16th-century national treasure. Climb its wooden stairways, feel the atmosphere of the tatami-lined rooms, and enjoy panoramic views from the castle keep while hearing stories from Japan’s feudal era.
After the castle, your guide will lead you through Matsumoto’s old town. Stroll along lively Nawate Street, known as “Frog Street,” and the elegant Nakamachi district with its well-preserved kura-style merchant houses. Along the way, your guide will point out favorite snack shops and a cozy, family-run sake bar where you can sample regional specialties and sake at your own expense.
The tour finishes back in central Matsumoto, close to the station, so you can continue exploring on your own or catch your next train after a memorable afternoon in one of Japan’s most atmospheric castle towns.
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Explore Matsumoto
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
- Matsumoto castle entrance fees
- Private English-speaking guide
- Guided walk through Nakamachi and Nawate historic streets
- Additional drinks
- There are no mandatory in-destination costs.
- Transportation fee to meeting point
- Street food and snacks (e.g. taiyaki, dango, oyaki)
- Sake tasting fees at the local bar/brewery
Meeting point
You will meet your guide infront of Starbucks at Matsumoto station
Return details
You will meet your guide infront of Starbucks at Matsumoto station
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Meet Up with our guide just in front of Starbucks in Matsumoto station and walk to get Matsumoto castle
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Matsumoto CastleArrival at Matsumoto castle. You go to enter Matsumoto castle and see inside of national treasure. It takes about 45min to 60min to look around.
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MatsumotoYour guide will introduce you retro town, favourite eateries and cafes on the way to Nawate Street.
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MatsumotoIt’s like visiting to grandparents. The place is run by old owners. A lovely experience, delicious sake and enjoy having a look at inside of brewery.
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Nawate Shopping DistrictOne of the highlights of Nawate Street is the abundance of frog-themed decorations and sculptures. The frog motif is prevalent throughout the street, and there are various frog-related items available for purchase in the shops. The street attracts both locals and tourists who come to enjoy the quaint atmosphere, explore the shops, and take in the artistic and whimsical elements.
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Nakamachi StreetNakamachi Street is another charming and historic street located in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. Like Nawate Street, Nakamachi is known for its well-preserved traditional buildings and offers visitors a glimpse into the Edo period (1603-1868) architecture. Nakamachi Street is lined with kurazukuri buildings, which are traditional merchant houses with distinctive white walls and black latticework. These buildings now house various shops, cafes, galleries, and museums. The street has a nostalgic and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those interested in experiencing the historical aspects of Matsumoto. Visitors to Nakamachi Street can explore the unique shops selling local crafts, souvenirs, and traditional Japanese goods. The area is also known for its sake breweries and local food establishments, providing an opportunity to taste regional specialties.
- The tour concludes at Matsumoto station and your guide will say good-bye here. *If you want to explore more Matsumoto by yourself, you can stay in Nakamachi street area to wander around to continue your adventure* (pass by)
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If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
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Private Matsumoto Castle & Sake – Taste of Local Life
Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
$314.98
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!