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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.

Attractions
Central Matsumoto
Matsumoto Castle (1) Original and relatively complete castle.
Nakamachi (2) Former merchant district with warehouses.
Japan Ukiyoe Museum (3) Wooblock prints from a vast collection.
Side Trips from Matsumoto
Kamikochi Popular mountain resort in the Japanese Alps.
Alpine Route Spectacular route through the Northern Alps.
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