- Overview
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A Journey Through Time Beginning at the National Treasure of Matsumoto Castle
The Unique Allure of Harmony Between Nature and Craftsmanship
The Aesthetic of Streetscapes Where History and Modernity Coexist
- What to expect
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Fed by pure spring water, Matsumoto is a city where the nature of the Northern Alps, refined craft traditions, and the quiet dignity of an old castle town come together in harmony. This gentle walking route from Matsumoto Castle to Yohashira Shrine, then onward to Nakamachi Street and Nawate Street, offers an unhurried immersion into landscapes shaped by history and aesthetics. Visits to a long-established sake brewery and a famous local spring invite you to taste the flavors born from Matsumoto’s exceptional water—a refined urban stroll that reveals the city’s true character.