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The vibrant city of Matsumoto (松本) sits in a fertile valley, with the magnificent northern Japan Alps, in all their splendour, to the west. Formerly known as Fukashi, Nagano Prefecture's second-largest city has been here since the 8th century.
Matsumoto Castle is one of the grandest castles in Japan. Its five-tiered, six-story main tower, built in late 16th century, is the oldest surviving castle tower in the nation. It's famously photogenic, with a wide moat, vermillion bridges, and original stonework, backdropped by views of the Northern Alps. Entering the grounds.
Jun 29, 2021 · Here are the 15 best things to do in Matsumoto… 1. Tour Matsumoto Castle Source: Theeraphong / shutterstock Matsumoto Castle. The big draw in Matsumoto is Matsumoto Castle which is was built in 1614 and is known as one of the top three most beautiful castles in Japan.
