Matsumoto Everything Tour: Castle, Miso, Wasabi, Wine & Ukiyo-e
Uncover the soul of Matsumoto on this full-day cultural journey through Japan’s historic heartland. Explore the iconic black-walled Matsumoto Castle, a rare original fortress rich in samurai history. Visit a 150-year-old miso brewery for a guided tour and enjoy a handmade onigiri lunch with miso soup. Stroll through Japan’s largest wasabi farm, sampling local specialties like wasabi ice cream. Sip award-winning Japanese wines at a scenic countryside vineyard, then end your day immersed in art at the Ukiyo-e Museum, home to world-renowned woodblock prints. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this small-group tour offers a deep, authentic Matsumoto experience.
※Depart from Nagano (8:10) or Matsumoto (9:30)
・Explore Matsumoto Castle ・Tour a miso brewery & enjoy onigiri lunch ・Stroll Japan’s largest wasabi farm & taste treats ・Taste local wine in scenic countryside vineyards ・Explore the Ukiyo-e Museum’s print collection ・Round-trip transport from Nagano or Matsumoto
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Matsumoto Everything Tour: Castle, Miso, Wasabi, Wine & Ukiyo-e
What's included in Matsumoto Everything Tour: Castle, Miso, Wasabi, Wine & Ukiyo-e
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Matsumoto Castle
Enjoy a fully guided tour of one of Japan’s most iconic castles. Learn about its samurai-era design and legends, then take your time to explore and snap photos inside.
Ishii Miso
Take a guided tour of a 150-year-old miso brewery and enjoy a traditional lunch of miso soup and handmade onigiri.
Daio Wasabi Farm
Wander through the lush grounds of Japan’s largest wasabi farm. You’ll have free time to explore, shop, or purchase optional snacks like wasabi soft-serve or croquettes.
Inclusions
- Miso brewery tour with onigiri & miso soup lunch
- Free time at Daio Wasabi Farm
- Entry ticket to Matsumoto Castle
- English-speaking local guide
- Entry ticket to Japan Ukiyo-e Museum
- Round-trip transportation from either Nagano or Matsumoto Station
- Japanese wine tasting in scenic vineyards
- Additional food & drinks (e.g. wasabi soft-serve, croquettes)
- Bullet train tickets or travel before/after the tour
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is scheduled to conclude at Matsumoto Station by 15:45 and return to Nagano Station by around 17:00. However, please note that timing may vary due to traffic or weather conditions. If you are planning onward travel, we recommend booking trains departing after 16:30 from Matsumoto and after 17:30 from Nagano Station to ensure a comfortable buffer. ➤ Guests who joined the tour from Matsumoto Station can choose to end their tour there at 15:45. ➤ Guests returning to Nagano Station will arrive by around 17:00.
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Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- This tour offers two convenient pickup locations: 1. Nagano Station at 08:10 AM – Meet your guide in front of Beck’s Coffee, just outside the Shinkansen gates. / 2. Matsumoto Station at 09:30 AM – Meet outside the Alps West Exit, near the taxi stand - look out for our light yellow Toyota van.
