CASTLE VISITS IN NAGANO · Japan
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 6 castle visits in Nagano that earn their slot, each with a price, a traveller verdict and the one thing to know before committing.
Matsumoto Castle meets samurai training in a 3-hour guided tour with katana stances, costumes, and a National Treasure tower visit.
“Loved the whole experience. Matsumoto castle was really impressive, and our guide Naomi provided all sorts of valuable insights. Master Kai was awesome, and the samurai experience was truly special for me and my friends.”
One day to pair Matsumoto Castle with Kamikochi in the Japan Alps, with guided walks, included tickets, and transport handled.
“Travel guide Shin was excellent. Explained the highlights of the locations visited. Very patient. Kamikochi is a very nice place. Just as expected.”
A 12-hour day trip pairing **Matsumoto Castle** and the alpine wonder of **Kamikochi**, with guided history and valley walking.
“Excellent! Our guide Shin was fantastic. The scenery and walking were terrific. Highly recommend.”
Tour Matsumoto Castle inside and train samurai kata with your chosen sword and outfit, led by an English guide in 3 hours.
“The most memorable part was our versatile tour guide and Samuri-sword instructor to keep all members of our party engaged in a once in a lifetime experience!!! We will always remember this guided tour for the unique, very Japanese experience that not many get.”
Follow samurai footpaths to Matsumoto Castle, spot frogs on Nawate Street, then stroll Nakamachi cafes with an English guide.
“We had a very interesting and cheerful tour from Matsumoto Stadion to the castle and through some historic side streets. The guide was very friendly and accommodating, with extensive historical knowledge. He addressed our questions and wishes. We highly recommend this tour to everyone.”
Samurai sights and Kiso Valley charm in one day, from Matsumoto Castle to Narai-juku, plus Frog Street snacks in between.
“Bellissima escursione eravamo solo in due per cui praticamente un tour privato prelevate direttamente all’hotel. Tutto perfetto, Joyce la nostra guida super disponibile e gentile, ci ha anche insegnato a fare gli origami. Tutto molto bello, ma Narai è una chicca inaspettata, un paesino con le tipiche case in legno sperduto in mezzo alle montagne. Joyce ci ha anche consigliato un ristorantino tipico locale dove abbiamo pranzato con un’ottima zuppa di carne e pesce con udon spendendo poco più di 10 euro a testa. Per il fatto di essere sole abbiamo potuto godere di più flessibilità nei tempi e nel programma. Consiglio vivamente”
Pick the kind of day first. The tour comes second.
