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Matsumoto Castle

Matsumoto Castle

Medium crowdChubu

Matsumoto, Nagano

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Peak Bloom

April 15

to April 25

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Trees

350+

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Crowds

Medium

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Region

Chubu

About this spot

Japan's oldest surviving castle surrounded by cherry trees with the Japanese Alps as a backdrop. One of the most photogenic spots in Japan.

Highlights

  • Oldest surviving castle
  • Alps backdrop
  • Black castle + pink blossoms
  • Night lighting

Getting There

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15 min walk from Matsumoto Station (JR Shinonoi Line)

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