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Tokyo Private Tour - Matsumoto Castle (Registered as National Treasure; picture 5/7)
Matsumoto Castle (Registered as National Treasure; picture 5/7)
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Tokyo Private Tour - Matsumoto Castle (Registered as National Treasure; picture 2/7)
Matsumoto Castle (Registered as National Treasure; picture 2/7)
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Matsumoto Castle (Registered as National Treasure; picture 4/7)
Tokyo Private Tour - Matsumoto Castle (Registered as National Treasure; picture 1/7)
Matsumoto Castle (Registered as National Treasure; picture 1/7)
Tokyo Private Tour - Matsumoto Castle (Registered as National Treasure; picture 3/7)
Matsumoto Castle (Registered as National Treasure; picture 3/7)
Tokyo Private Tour - You are able to choose to eat lunch at the Japanese style restaurant near Matsumoto Castle. (picture 2/2)
You are able to choose to eat lunch at the Japanese style restaurant near Matsumoto Castle. (picture 2/2)

Matsumoto Castle; One-DayTour from Tokyo

Day Trip
Tokyo Tour Guide - Shinya E.

Joined 2018

Shinya E.
4.90 / 5
(58 reviews)
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Tokyo
English
10 hours
Private tour (only you and Shinya E.)
Up to 6 people

Matsumoto Castle is listed as a National Treasure of Japan, and is one of the twelve remaining original Tenshu (the keep) in Japan. It was built in the sixteenth century. You are able to enter the inside of the castle and go up to the top of the floor! The castle is painted with black lacquer. The reason for using black lacquer is to protect the castle from fire.The beautiful Northern Alps can be seen from the castle tower. You will also enjoy strolling around the Matsumoto city!

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

08:30 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel lobby in Tokyo

08:30 AM

At your hotel lobby in Tokyo

A guide will meet you at your hotel lobby in Tokyo. (We get on Super Express Train AZUSA at Shinjyuku Station.)

11:40 AM

Matsumoto Station

We get off at Matsumoto Station.

11:50 AM

We strall around in Matsumoto City.

You can enjoy strolling around the city, especially, Nawate Street and Nakamichi Street.

12:50 PM

Lunch

You can enjoy lunch at a nice Japanese style restaurant near Matsumoto Castle.

01:50 PM

Matsumoto Castle

You can enter the inside of the castle and go up to the top of the floor of the Matsumoto Castle.

The Northern Alps can be seen from the castle tower. The color of the mountaion landscape changes with the changing of the seasons. So, you can always see beautiful and wondeful scenery from the Tenshu (the keep).

04:30 PM

Matsumoto Station

We get on the Super Express Train AZUSA boud for Tokyo.

07:10 PM

We get off at Shinjyuku Station.

After getting off at Shinjyuku Station, we will go back to your hotel.

07:30 PM

Back to your hotel in Tokyo or a place where you would like to break up in Tokyo

At your hotel

Ending Point

At your hotel

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

・Guide fee

・Hotel pick-up fee

What‘s not included

・Transportaion fee (about 100 USD for a person; you and a guide)

・Lunch fee (about 10 USD ~20 USD)

・Admission fee of Matsumoto Castle (700 JPY; about 5 USD; you and a guide)

Tour Important Information

☆Matsumoto Castle is located in Nagano City, close to Matsumoto Station and is within easy reach of Tokyo by train. It takes about 2 hours and 39 minutes from Tokyo by train. So, I can guide Matsumoto Castle in Nagano City as a One Day Tour, if you pay the transportation fee for a guide.

☆ Transportation fee is about 100 USD. (round trips per a person for you and a guide)

☆Matsumoto Castle Admission Fee: Adult 700 JPY for a person (About 6 USD; 1 USD = 130 JPY)

Important message from the supplier

Please see the calendar for availability.

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Tokyo Tour Guide - Shinya E.

Joined 2018

Shinya E.
4.90 / 5
(58 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Shinya E.

Hi, I am Shinya, a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter. I was born in Tokyo and brought up there. I have lived in Tokyo for more than 40 years. Since I am a Tokyoite, I am able to give you precious information about places which are not written on ordinary guide books. I would like to support you to make your trip in Japan much more fun and wonderful! I want to make you smile, surprise and happy throurgh the tour!

One of my favorite things to do is to see architecuture designed by famous architecs, such as Kuma Kengo, and Ando Tadao. I also like to see art works, such as paintings, Ukiyoe woodblock prints, and tea bowls, and something like that.

Lastly, I love tennis very much. I have been playing tennis for more than 40 years! I also love to watch tennis game! I have visited Melbourne in Australia to see the Australinan Open Tennis in 2020 just before Corona Pandemic. I visited New York to see the U.S. Open Tennis last summer in 2023.


Let's enjoy exploring Japan!

I look forward to seeing you in Japan!

Shinya

Reviews

“Great introduction of Japan”

Shinay met us in the hotel lounge, where we were warmly welcomed. It was our first day in Japan, so we chose to spend it with a guide who would not only show us buildings featuring both traditional and modern architecture but also introduce us to Japanese culture and customs. It was a truly wonderful day. We really enjoyed Shinay’s expert explanations regarding several remarkable buildings and Japanese culture. We couldn't have wished for a better start to our three-week trip through Japan.

Peter D.

Shinya E.

Dear Peter, Thank you so much for your review. It was good to know you and your wife. I had a wonderful time with you, too, since you like to watch cool & nice buildings. Your preference is as same as my preference: to watch cool architecture! Please have a nice trip in Japan and see you again in Japan. Shinya

“A Wonderful Guide Who Brought Tokyo to Life”

We had a wonderful experience with Shinya E. in Japan! He was incredibly respectful, knowledgeable and thoughtful throughout our customized tour of Omotesando. He took us on an amazing walking tour that included the beautiful Meiji Jingu Shrine, Nezu Museum, and Tokyo National Museum. His knowledge and storytelling brought each location to life, giving us a much deeper appreciation for the history, architecture, art, and culture of Tokyo. What made the experience especially memorable was his warm and personal approach. He made every place feel special and helped us see these incredible locations in a completely different way. We absolutely loved our time with him and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, respectful and engaging guide in Japan. He truly helped make our visit unforgettable!

Meg P.

Shinya E.

Hello Meg, Thank you so much for the wonderful review you wrote. To be honest, I was deeply moved when I read it. Thank you so much. As your guide, I’m truly delighted that you enjoyed my tour. I’m also very happy to have had the opportunity to meet you and your family. This time we met may have been a once-in-a-lifetime meeting, but I would be delighted to see you again if you visit Japan in the future. It was an honor to help you make a part of wonderful memories to celebrate your 40th wedding anniversary. Please take care until we meet again. Shinya

“Matsumoto castle ”

We started our first visit to Japan with Mr Shinya E. on his Tokyo tour, and ended our visit to Japan with him on his Matsumoto tour. We had an awesome visit! A Truly amazing guide, exceptional knowledge of his country and it's history, and a super nice guy, that was fun to hang out with. I feel like we gained more then just an appreciation for the culture and history of Japan, but actually gained a friend as well. If you get to Tokyo for a visit, I highly recommend you make contact with Mr. Shinya E. You'll have a fabulous experience. Thank you Shinya E. We look forward to seeing you again on our next visit. Best Regards Judy and Craig F.

Judy F.

Shinya E.

Judy, Thank you so much for writing such a wonderful review of my tour. Guiding you and Craig was a truly joyful experience for me as well. I’m really going to miss seeing you both. I hope we can meet again someday, either in Japan or the U.S.—next time, as friends! Guiding you both has undoubtedly become a cherished memory that will stay with me for a lifetime. Thank you so much. Best Regards, Shinya

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