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THINGS TO DO IN MATSUMOTO

If you’re an outdoorsy person and would like to see the Japanese Alps, your gateway is Matsumoto. It is the second biggest city in Nagano. It is famous for attractions such as Matsumoto Castle, Kamikochi, Alpine Route, and cool mountain weather and a laid-back vibe. A visit to this part

MATSUMOTO: Getting There from Other Key Cities in Japan

Aside from its beautiful castle, Matsumoto is also known as a jump-off point to old post towns such as Magome, Tsumago, and Narai. Kamikochi and the Alpine Route (April to November only) are also easily accessed from Matsumoto. If you are into hiking and trekking, you can have Matsumoto as