Matsumoto Castle; One-DayTour from Tokyo
Joined 2018
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!
Meeting Point
At your hotel lobby in Tokyo
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.)
Matsumoto Station
We get off at Matsumoto Station.
We strall around in Matsumoto City.
You can enjoy strolling around the city, especially, Nawate Street and Nakamichi Street.
Lunch
You can enjoy lunch at a nice Japanese style restaurant near Matsumoto Castle.
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).
Matsumoto Station
We get on the Super Express Train AZUSA boud for Tokyo.
We get off at Shinjyuku Station.
After getting off at Shinjyuku Station, we will go back to your hotel.
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
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
☆Guide fee
☆Hotel pick-up fee
☆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
Joined 2018
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
Nicola P.
“April 9, 2025 - Shinagawa Odawara (by bullet train), Hakone-yumoto Owakudani, Lake Ashi, Lunch (Il Miraggio at Hakone Hotel), Hakone Shrine.”
Thank you so much to Shinya for an awesome day. Shinya was an amazing guide - so punctual, friendly, knowledgeable, and fun. I would definitely recommend to anyone and everyone who is looking for a guide, to see some of Japan’s best places, to book in with Shinya.
Shinya E.
Hi Nicola, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It makes me very happy. I am so glad to hear that you & your family enjoyed the tour. I hope I will see you again soon.! Shinya
Laura D.
“Book Shinya for Your Tokyo Trip!”
Shinya is an amazing man! From the beginning, he was quick to communicate and created a 2 day itinerary that fit what we were looking for. He led us through Tokyo with ease, providing great explanations of the areas we visited. What I enjoyed most about Shinya was his openness to discuss our different cultures. We learned from each other! He was more than accommodating for meeting our very jet lagged needs. He also took us to some great food spots for lunch! His love for what he does is reflected in every aspect of the tour. Book Shinya!
Shinya E.
Loura, Your excellent feedback is very encouraging to me. Thank you very much. I am very glad to hear that you enjoyed the 2 days-customized tour in Tokyo. As you noticed, there are a lot of sightseeing destinations to see in Tokyo, so, let's meet again in the near future in Japan! I look forward to seeing you again. Cheers! (Kampai!) Shinya
Ratchadaporn A.
“Unforgettable Mt. Fuji Tour with Shinya: The Perfect Guide for a Fun and Delicious Experience!”
We had the pleasure of having Shinya as our guide for the Mt. Fuji, Hakone, and Lake Ashi one-day tour from Tokyo, and he truly made the experience unforgettable! Shinya’s knowledge and enthusiasm added so much fun to the trip, and he effortlessly guided us to all the must-see spots. One of the highlights was when Shinya asked if we liked cheesecake. When we said yes, he took us to a fantastic spot by Lake Ashi with the most delicious cheesecake and the best soft serve we've ever had. It was a delightful surprise and just one example of how Shinya goes above and beyond to make sure everyone has a great time. Even outside the tour, Shinya was incredibly helpful. When we asked him about local food, he recommended a spot in Tokyo Station. We ended up buying a lot of delicious food there, thanks to his great suggestion! If you’re looking for a guide who knows the area well and adds a personal touch to the experience, Shinya is your guy! Highly recommend him for your Mt. Fuji adventure. Paan Anukul
Shinya E.
Hi Paan, What a wonderful review! I am truly honored to receive such a terrific review. Your review will be one I will never forget! Thank you so much. I am very very glad to hear that you enjoyed today. I am looking forward to seeing you again in the future. Until then, let's keep each other in good health. Shinya
$392/ per group
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