Matsumoto Castle (松本城, Matsumoto-jō), originally known as Fukashi Castle, is one of Japan's premier historic castles, along with Himeji and Kumamoto. It was the seat of Matsumoto Domain under the Edo Period Tokugawa shogunate. It is located …

Jun 2, 2020 · Matsumoto Castle is one of five castles designated as ‘National Treasures of Japan’ and the oldest five-tiered, six-story castle tower remaining in Japan. Construction began in 1592 of the elegant black and white structure with its three turrets.

Matsumoto Castle (松本城, Matsumotojō) is one of the most complete and beautiful among Japan's original castles, i.e. the castles whose keeps have survived the post-feudal ages intact. It was built on the plains rather than on a hill or mountain.

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.

【2024.12.14～】松本城イルミネーション /Matsumoto Castle Winter Illumination 松本城の冬を彩る「松本城プロジェクションマッピング」。 デジタルアニメーションによるダイナミックで幻想的な映像のほか、まちの通りや橋が煌めきま ...

"Nighttime Cherry Blossom Viewing" at the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle. For 8 days starting on the third day after an announcement by the management office that cherry blossom season has begun.

Aug 1, 2024 · Matsumoto Castle, located in Nagano, is famous for being the oldest surviving 5-tiered 6-story castle tower in Japan.* While there are castles with towers all over Japan, only 12 are genuine relics from the Sengoku and Edo periods, while only five …

Really beautiful castle with views of the surrounding mountains. Our free guide, K, which can be found just inside the grounds off the main street (coming from train station), really made the visit. She was very friendly and provided interesting information.

Nov 21, 2019 · Planning a trip to Matsumoto Castle? Want to know when’s the best time to visit, how to get there and how much it costs? Our guide has all the answers!

Matsumoto Castle is open year-round except between December 29 and 31. On average, visitors spend between 45 and 60 minutes inside the castle. During Golden Week (April 29–May 5) and the Obon holiday (mid-August), the castle can become very crowded.