Discover Matsumoto on this full-day tour through Japan’s historic heartland. Explore the black-walled Matsumoto Castle, a rare original fortress with deep samurai history. Visit a 150-year-old miso brewery for a guided tour and onigiri lunch. Stroll Japan’s largest wasabi farm, sampling wasabi ice cream and other treats. Taste local wines at a countryside vineyard, then end the day at the Ukiyo-e Museum, home to a major woodblock print collection. Led by a local guide, this small-group tour offers an authentic Matsumoto experience.

※ Depart from Nagano (8:00) or Matsumoto (9:30). Finish at either station. Luggage accepted only for one-way transfers between Nagano and Matsumoto (advance notice required).

・Matsumoto Castle

・Miso brewery tour & onigiri lunch

・Japan’s largest wasabi farm & local treats

・Local wine tasting in countryside vineyard

・Ukiyo-e Museum print collection

・Start/finish at Nagano or Matsumoto (luggage one-way only, notice required)

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Start/finish at Nagano or Matsumoto Station. Luggage only for one-way transfers (Nagano ⇄ Matsumoto) with advance notice. Please confirm pickup/drop-off stations when booking.

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This tour is scheduled to conclude at Matsumoto Station by 15:45 and return to Nagano Station by around 17:00. However, please note that timing may vary due to traffic or weather conditions. If you are planning onward travel, we recommend booking trains departing after 16:30 from Matsumoto and after 17:30 from Nagano Station to ensure a comfortable buffer. ➤ Guests who joined the tour from Matsumoto Station can choose to end their tour there at 15:45. ➤ Guests returning to Nagano Station will arrive by around 17:00.