Private Tour
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
On this full day private tour, visit the city of Matsumoto with your tour guide. Enjoy the historical Matsumoto Castle, the unique streets of Nawate and Nakamachi and see Daio Wasasbi Farm, the largest wasabi farm in Japan in the tranquil Hotaka Town.
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Moderate Cancellation Policy:
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before event
We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 21 days or less before event
We will charge a cancellation fee of 25% if booking is cancelled 30 days or less before event
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What if I'm late?
We ask that all guests arrive at the location at least 10 minutes before the designated meet-up time
Guests are provided with the tour guides’ phone number before the tour and you can call the tour guide if you need help
Although this is a private tour, the tour guide will only wait for you for up to 30 minutes of start time before the tour is cancelled
Attire: Please dress appropriately for all weather conditions
Passports may be required to verify age on the day of the tour
Daio Wasabi Farm and Hotaka Town: Only available with the private vehicle option. If you choose public transportation, we will recommend visiting an alternative location due to limited public transport access to these sites
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Matsumoto Castle entrance fee
Transportation within Matsumoto City (either public transportation or private chartered vehicle)
English speaking tour guide
Trip to Matsumoto Castle, Nawate Street, Daio Wasabi Farm and more
Meals, snacks and drinks
Optional Activities in Matsumoto
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Matsumoto Castle
Matsumoto Castle (松本城 Matsumoto-jō) is one of Japan's premier historic castles, along with Himeji Castle and Kumamoto Castle. The building is also known as the "Crow Castle" (烏城 Karasu-jō) due to its black exterior. It was the seat of the Matsumoto domain. It is located in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, and is easily accessible by road or rail from Tokyo.
Nawate Shopping District
Located south of Matsumoto Castle, Nawate Street is a 200-meter long brick street that ride along the Metoba River. The street has been around since the 1500s and is filled with frog themed statues
Tour w/ Private Vehicle: Private Matsumoto Tour with private vehicle from Nagano to Matsumoto and return.
Tour w/ Public Transportation: Matsumoto Tour with Public Transportation from Nagano to Matsumoto and return.
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