The Atlas Obscura Guide To Matsumoto

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Matsumoto, Japan

Updated May 15, 2023

Email

Unusual Attractions in Matsumoto

Matsumoto Castle

Matsumoto, Japan

Matsumoto Castle

This historic castle is one of the oldest and most impressive in all of Japan.

Nawate Dori

Matsumoto, Japan

Nawate Dori

This small Japanese street is lined with figures, sculptures and a shrine dedicated to frogs.

Yohashira-jinja Shrine

Matsumoto, Japan

Yohashira-jinja Shrine

This traditional Japanese shrine is dedicated to four Shinto deities.

Are we missing something unusual?

The farm.

Azumino, Japan

Daio Wasabi Farm

The largest of its kind in Japan, this century-old wasabi farm is also known for its appearance in an Akira Kurosawa film.

7 miles from Matsumoto

Takasugi-an

Chino, Japan

Fujimori Tea Houses

High in the trees or suspended between cables, these surreal structures are the works of a unique Japanese architect.

18 miles from Matsumoto

In partnership with KAYAK

Plan Your Trip

In partnership with GetYourGuide

Unforgettable Experiences Nearby

Atlas Obscura Adventures

Hidden Japan: Sado Island, Nara & Kyoto

Explore a different side of Japan.

Book Now

Explore Matsumoto, Japan

Shrines 2

Matsumoto Leaderboard

Places Added

Obscuravibes

3

Join the Ranks!

Add an unusual place to Matsumoto.

Places Edited

Join the Ranks!

Improve the Atlas with edits and photos.

Places Visited

Join the Ranks!

Visit a place in Matsumoto.

Recent Matsumoto Activity

lovedove2751

wants to go to Matsumoto Castle

6 days ago
Jamee

wants to go to Matsumoto Castle

3 days ago
Jamee

wants to go to Yohashira-jinja Shrine

3 days ago
Jamee

wants to go to Nawate Dori

3 days ago
infracta

wants to go to Nawate Dori

1 day ago

Become an Atlas Obscura Member

Join our community of curious explorers.