Matsumoto Original: A Local's City Walking Tour

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About this activity

Discover Matsumoto through a local's perspective on this city walking tour. This castle town is made up of distinct areas each with its own characteristics. Come take an easy two hour walk with us and learn about Matsumoto City's history, culture, natural landscape, and how it has played a significant role in Japan. We'll lead you down the main areas as well as some off the beaten path areas, drink from some natural spring water wells, check out a hidden shrine, see a 360 degree city view and more.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 4 people
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Operated by: Matsumoto Originals

Ages: Adults (18–85 years)

What is included

Included

Included: In Person Guided Tour

Not included

Not included: Snacks: Traditional Japanese Sweets

Itinerary

Nakamachi Street

15 min

A brief walk through Nakamachi St and discuss the history of the white walled storage houses that line the streets. We'll then head to a hidden local shrine that has significant meaning to the locals.
Stop 2

15 min

A walk along Metoba River to the Agetsuchi area. This area has western influenced architecture and is very different from Nakamachi. The area was influenced by the Taisho Roman era of the early 1900s. We'll discuss how this era influenced fashion, food, and lifestyle in Japan.
Stop 3

30 min

We'll head to the "BackTown" of the Higashimachi area called Uramachi. This slightly grittier area was the red light district and has a colorful past.
Matsumoto Castle

30 min

We'll walk around the Matsumoto Castle area and head to a secret location that has spectacular 360 degree views of the city, the castle, and the mountains (only available on weekdays).
Nawate Shopping District

15 min

A brief walk through Umadashi, an area that played a significant role in the defence tactics of the castle. We'll then take a look inside a traditional Japanese sweets shop and grab a snack. Then head to Nawate St and walk along Metoba River.
Yohashira Shrine

15 min

We'll head to Yohashira Shrine of the Nawate area in the city center and do a proper Shinto greeting.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Nunoya Ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) is located on Nakamachi St. It is located across the street from Side Car (bar). We will meet you outside the building.

End point

Nunoya Ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) is located on Nakamachi St. It is located across the street from Side Car (bar). We will meet you outside the building.

Pickup points

Hotel New Station
Nunoya Ryokan
Matsumoto Wellton Hotel
Hotel Buena Vista
Super Hotel Matsumotoekimae
Hotel Matsumoto Hills
Hotel Trend Matsumoto
Jonokura
Toyoko Inn Matsumoto-Eki Higashi-Guchi
Hotel Matsumoto Yorozuya
Super Hotel Matsumoto Natural Hot Springs
Toyoko Inn Matsumoto-ekimae Hommachi

and 22 more pickup points

For travelers being picked up at Matsumoto Station, please wait outside the Vie De France Bakery on the first floor. If you're facing the station it is on the left hand side of the stairs and escalators.