Matsumoto Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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Where to stay in Matsumoto

Asama Onsen
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Asama Onsen and surrounding area, you can visit Asama Hot Spring and Utsukushigahara Onsen.
Tsukama
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tsukama and surrounding area, you can visit Matsumoto City Museum of Art and Matsumoto Performing Arts Center.
Niimura
When in Niimura, you can plan a visit to Kametaya Sake Brewery and Japan Ukiyo-e Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kaichi
While Kaichi isn't home to many top sights, Matsumoto Castle and Matsumoto Castle Black Gate are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wadamachi
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wadamachi and surrounding area, you can visit Kametaya Sake Brewery and Japan Ukiyo-e Museum.

Sasabe
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sasabe and surrounding area, you can visit Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and Matsumoto Timepiece Museum.

THE CELECTON Matsumoto
The hotel is very near to Matsumoto Castle and was quiet and peaceful. The public bath is small but sufficient. The decor can feel a little dim in the rooms but otherwise everything was clean, and staff were attentive.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Dormy Inn Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring
Below average by Dormy Inn's own standards. Great onsen as usual, but breakfast below par. The in-room motion-activated overhead light has to go!
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Toyoko Inn Matsumoto-eki Higashi-guchi
Good free japanese food buffet for breakfast! The hotel is literally right next to Matsumoto Station. Good restaurants in neighborhood, easy 10-12 minute walk to Matsumoto Castle. The reason not 5 stars is cuz room is super small even for Japanese rooms or maybe it was the layout that made if feel ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Residence Hotel Takayama Station
Room we paid for 3 people was hugh. 4 people could stayed - 2 super single beds and 1 queen bed. A well stocked kitchen with plenty of utensils. An induction cooker which we did not use. Fridge stock with some drinks like a can of coke, saki and beer. Part of the package per day. Washing machine ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

fav HIDATAKAYAMA
Hotel was very clean and the rooms are quite large with great amenities (kitchenette, washer/drier). Staff were very nice and checkin was easy. Property is starting to show a bit of wear - nothing major but noticeable. Very limited parking at the hotel so reserve in advance if you need it - otherwise, ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Relax Hotel Takayama Station
We had a wonderful stay! The property is in a fantastic location, just a 2 minute walk from Takayama Station. The rooms were very clean and spacious, with a great bathtub. Free breakfast had great options. The only downside was that there’s no lift from the ground level up to reception, which might ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit

Matsumoto Castle
Find out about the history of Matsumoto with a stop at Matsumoto Castle. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.

Kappa Bridge
Kappa Bridge is just one of the places to see in Matsumoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

Matsumoto Performing Arts Center
Get tickets for a show at Matsumoto Performing Arts Center, a theatre with a story to tell in Matsumoto. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.

Alps Park Matsumoto
Alps Park Matsumoto is just one of the places to see in Matsumoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.

Matsumoto City Museum of Art
You can study the exhibits at Matsumoto City Museum of Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Matsumoto. Take in the museums and waterfalls in this walkable area.

Kamikochi Visitor Center
Explore the great outdoors at Kamikochi Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Matsumoto. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.






