Castle
松本城
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Masaki
January 4, 2020
Matsumoto Castle (松本城, Matsumotojō) is one of the most complete and beautiful among Japan's original castles. It is a "hirajiro" - a castle built on plains rather than on a hill or mountain. Matsumoto Castle is unique for having both a secondary donjon and a turret adjoined to its main keep. The castle structures, in combination with their characteristic black wainscoting, give off an air of grandeur and poise. Matsumotojo's main castle keep and its smaller, second donjon were built from 1592 to 1614. Both these structures were well-fortified as peace was not yet fully achieved at the time. In 1635, when military threats had ceased, a third, barely defended turret and another for moon viewing were added to the castle. The wooden interior of Matsumoto Castle provides an authentic experience unlike that felt at many other castles rebuilt of ferro-concrete. Interesting features of the castle include steep wooden stairs, openings to drop stones onto invaders, openings for archers, as well as an observation deck at the top, sixth floor of the main keep with nice views over the surrounding city. In spring, Matsumoto Castle is a popular cherry blossom spot. Many visit to stroll around the spacious castle grounds and park. Along the outer castle moat are hundreds of somei yoshino cherry trees that provide lovely views when they are in full bloom around mid April each year. Access The castle is a 15 minute walk or a 5 minute bus ride on the "Town Sneaker" Northern Course bus loop line from JR Matsumoto Station.
Matsumoto Castle (松本城, Matsumotojō) is one of the most complete and beautiful among Japan's original castles. It is a "hirajiro" - a castle built on plains rather than on a hill or mountain. Matsumoto Castle is unique for having both a secondary donjon and a turret adjoined to its main keep. The cas…
Emi
April 24, 2015
One of the biggest castle in Japan with history of over 400 years. Must see!
真紀子
July 12, 2018
You can walk around the castle , walk into see traditional living inside the castle Its FUN
Matt And Maya
November 15, 2017
Matsumoto Castle (松本城) is one of the most famous and beautiful castles in Japan. It is definitely not to be missed when visiting Nagano.
Akihiro
March 4, 2015
Matsumoto's namesake castle is the oldest existing castle in Japan. The contrasting black and white plaster of the exterior stands out boldly against the magnificent backdrop of the Japanese Alps.
地点
4-1 Marunouchi
Matsumoto, Nagano