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Matsumoto Castle

Matsumoto is the second largest city in Nagano Prefecture. It is most famous for Matsumotojo, one of Japan's most beautiful original castles. The city is also a good base for trips into the Japanese Alps, e.g. to Kamikochi.

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Attractions
 1  Matsumoto Castle
Original and relatively complete castle.
User rating: 89/100 (249 votes)
Visited by: 435 users
 2  Japan Ukiyoe Museum
Wooblock prints from a vast collection.
User rating: 75/100 (26 votes)
Visited by: 46 users
 3  Nakamachi
Former merchant district with warehouses.
User rating: 72/100 (68 votes)
Visited by: 126 users
Special Interest Guides
  Matsumoto Cherry Blossom Spots
  A list of popular cherry blossom spots in Matsumoto.
Side Trips from Matsumoto
 1  Alpine Route
Spectacular route through the Northern Alps.
User rating: 94/100 (80 votes)
Visited by: 172 users
 2  Kamikochi
Popular mountain resort in the Japanese Alps.
User rating: 92/100 (98 votes)
Visited by: 214 users
 

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Visit the Japan Alps in Nagano with round-trip limited express, accommodations and local bus pass included.

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