Private Tour

Matsumoto Discovery - Customizable Private Tour

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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 suit your needs and interests!

Let us share our knowledge and passion for Matsumoto by crafting a private tour that matches your interests and travel itinerary. More than just a guided experience, we design private tours to reveal both the history and contemporary character of Matsumoto – in a way only a local can do!

We will create an itinerary based on your interests, our recommendations or a combination of both. Accompanied by a locally-based, English-speaking guide you will then explore the city with your guide enhancing all aspects of your visit through their knowledge of Matsumoto and in any way that is of assistance.

The provided tour details is our recommended itinerary.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Entry/Admission – Matsumoto Castle + 2 other venues / actvities

Lunch (at an agreed restaurant)

Private English speaking Guide

The preparation of your personalized itinerary according to your interest

Meals, entrance tickets, etc. for your guide

Transportation, miscellaneous fees during the activity (snacks, souvenirs, etc.)

Insurance (Travel Insurance, Private Insurance, etc...)

Entry for additional venues / activities

What To Expect

Kasamori Inari Shrine

Hidden among the tall modern buildings in downtown Matsumoto City, Kasamori Inari Shrine is dedicated to Inari, a deity of the rice harvest and prosperity in business. The shrine stands alongside Jorinji Temple, fronted by a wooden gate constructed during the Edo period over 200 years ago. This gate is considered the oldest wooden gate in Matsumoto. On your way to Matsumoto Castle, stop by the Kasamori Inari’s hidden shrine and catch a glimpse of two traditions, Shinto and Buddhism living in harmony.

30 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

Matsumoto Castle

Matsumoto Castle is one of five castles designated as ‘National Treasures of Japan’ and the oldest castle donjon remaining in Japan. Construction began in 1592 of the elegant black and white structure with its three turrets. Because of the elegant black walls, Matsumoto Castle is sometimes called ‘Crow Castle’. Please note that the stairs to reach the top of Matsumoto Castle’s tower are steep and narrow.

2 hours•Admission Included