Things to do in Matsumoto
Japan·46 bookable experiences
Matsumoto sits in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, and there are 46 bookable experiences there — tours, entry tickets, day trips and transfers. These are the ones Viator ranks highest, with the price, the duration and the cancellation terms on every card, so you can compare before you commit.
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Most booked in Matsumoto
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Matsumoto Everything Tour: Castle, Miso, Wasabi, Wine & Ukiyo-e
Discover Matsumoto on this full-day tour designed to cover the area’s cultural highlights in one rewarding day. Enter the black-walled Matsumoto Castle, a rare original fortress rich in samurai history, and explore at…
Matsumoto Castle Tour & Samurai Experience
Your chance to become a Samurai while visiting Matsumoto Castle! What better place to have your samurai experience than in a city with an authentic castle from the feudal era? First take a tour of Matsumoto Castle…
Half Day Archery and Samurai Experience in Matsumoto
Experience Matsumoto’s Celebrated Samurai Culture! Constructed at the end of the Warring States Period, Matsumoto Castle is the grandest symbol of the city’s feudal origins and samurai heritage. During your experience…
Matsumoto Discovery - Half Day Walking Tour
Discover a real feudal era castle and the historical streets! Matsumoto is a city with deep-rooted living traditions and proud people who retain an ancestral way of life that we have to honor and respect! Get an…
Matsumoto Castle Tour & Soba Noodle Experience
100% hands-on from start to finish, experience a uniquely authentic Japanese Cuisine for yourself! Matsumoto is famous for the quality of its Soba (buckwheat flour noodles) and its historic feudal castle! First take a…
Kintsugi One Day Work Shop
Kintsugi reflects the Japanese spirit of cherishing the things we own. Through this technique, vessels—whether filled with cherished memories or broken due to age—can be restored to a usable state. In this workshop, we…
One Way Bus from Matsumoto to Kawaguchiko or Tokyo
Itinerary Time Table: Matsumoto (Meet 11:05 Dep. 11:15) → Kawaguchiko (Arr. 14:00, Dep. 15:45) → Tokyo Station (Arr. 18:40) *Please note that times may vary due to traffic conditions. Depart from Matsumoto in Nagano…
Private Electric Bike Tour & Soba Lunch
Explore the city and its surroundings on this off-the-beaten-path bike tour! Far from the Japanese metropolises, enjoy a deep breath of fresh air and the magnificent landscapes of Matsumoto City. Ride an electric…
Kamikochi Mountain Day Trip from Tokyo
This tour offers a rare chance to visit Kamikochi, a stunning alpine valley in Nagano Prefecture, designated as a Special Place of Scenic Beauty and a Special Natural Monument of Japan. With private cars restricted and…
1 Day Tour From Nagano to Matsumoto Castle and Narai-Juku
Guests on this exciting 1 day tour of Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku will have the chance to get hands-on with Japan's fascinating history by personally entering the renowned Matsumoto Castle and strolling the streets…
Handmade Soba Making & Fresh Wasabi Lunch
An immersive experience into Japanese cuisine! Buckwheat has long been grown in Matsumoto, lending to its well-established tradition of Soba noodle making. This part of the country is famed as the destination for…
Matsumoto Discovery - Customizable Private Tour
Discover the True Character of Matsumoto on a Personalized Tour! From our famous castle, to our historic shopping streets and enticing food and art scene, Matsumoto is best experienced on a private tour customized to…
Kamikochi & Matsumoto Castle: A Perfect Nature & Heritage Day
Begin in Kamikochi amid alpine peaks, crystal-clear rivers, and quiet forest trails. Depart from Matsumoto (8:00 or 9:45 AM) or Nagano (8:45 AM), and arrive before the busiest hours—when the scenery feels calm and…
Matsumoto Castle, Sake & Local Bites Walking Tour
Discover Matsumoto on a relaxed walking tour featuring castle history, local sake, old streets, and a light local snack. Visit Matsumoto Castle, one of Japan’s most beautiful original castles. Explore its wooden…
Calligraphy Experience at an Old House near Matsumoto Castle
The venue is an old private house in a wonderful location in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, with Matsumoto Castle in front of it. No matter what time of year you visit, you can experience the Japanese art of…
JDM Night Tour Daikoku PA with Japanese Local Guide by Lux Van
Have an unforgettable journey from central Tokyo to Yokohama, where you'll visit the car meet-up and hear firsthand experiences and unique stories. Your adventure begins in the heart of Tokyo. We'll hit the legendary…
Private Snowshoeing and Snow Monkey Tour in Nagano
Experience the best of Nagano winter in one unforgettable private tour—combining snowshoeing in the sacred forests of Togakushi and a visit to the iconic Snow Monkey Park, where wild macaques relax in natural hot…
Tokyo Night Photo Spots Tour With Local Japanese Guide
Explore the most iconic and hidden spots in the heart of Tokyo with a local guide. After leaving the first bar, you will embark on a photography tour of some of the most iconic yet lesser known spots in the heart of…
Matsumoto: Castle Keep Walk with Optional Kaichi School
Matsumoto Castle stands as a testament to Japan’s architectural brilliance, with its iconic black façade and rich history. This guided tour explores the castle’s design, defensive strategies, and stories woven into its…
Matsumoto Castle Tour, Local Lunch and Sake Experience
This one-day tour in Matsumoto covers three parts: a visit to Matsumoto Castle, one of twelve castles in Japan with its original wooden keep still standing; a local lunch built around soba noodles or miso, and a tasting…
Kamikochi Private Customizable Full Day Tour
This private and customizable tour for Kamikochi is ideal for guests who want their trip tailored to their interests and preferences, ensuring they can explore the city at their own speed. With our personalized…
1 Hour Private Photoshoot in Matsumoto Nagano
Led by highly qualified photographers, our program works around your travel schedule, capturing natural and memorable shots. -Available anywhere in Matsumoto Nagano. -The original 100+photo files will be delivered.…
Narai-juku & Wasabi Grating Lunch: Nakasendo Meets Real Flavor
Explore “Old Japan” on a relaxed day trip to Narai-juku (a beautifully preserved Nakasendo post town) and a hands-on wasabi grating lunch at Daio Wasabi Farm. Enjoy a guided walk plus free time in Narai-juku—browse…
Twilight Matsumoto A Curated Walk and Taproom Tasting
Evening air, the sound of spring water, the warmth held in old stone streets. Matsumoto has flourished for centuries as a castle town, where wells and natural springs were once central to daily life. That same water…
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