Top Things to do in Matsumoto
Top Restaurants in Matsumoto
Things to do in Matsumoto, Chubu: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks
The proud black “crow castle” of Matsumoto keeps watch over a city that’s rapidly developing into an epicenter of food and culture. Slurp noodles made from local soba or taunt your taste buds with product from the Daio Wasabi Farm. Take a soothing soak in a local hot spring or spend a few minutes in the Timepiece Museum. Classical music fans should consider a visit during the Saito Kinen Festival Matsumoto, founded by famed conductor Seiji Ozawa.
Restaurants in Matsumoto
1. Nawate Wakagaeri no Mizu
2. Tashiro Shitsugen
3. Tatsumi Garden
4. Matsumoto Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,584 reviews
Reviewed By phale12017
When l was told we were visiting a a castle, grey blocks of stone came to mind( l clearly wasn’t thinking logically) I was amazed to see this massive, towering wooden structure before me! Yes Japanese castles are made from wood. They have moats and tiny narrow windows for firing weapons out of and other familiar features but l have to say they are quite different from the English versions. They have a hidden extra floor that you cannot see from outside, this is just one unfamiliar feature! We were put into groups of 5 or less and shown round by retirees who were practicing their English, what a wonderful idea! Our guide was very amusing!! A word of warning, there are lots of steps inside, some of them steep! But make the effort, it’s well worth it!!
5. Baba Family Old Residence
6. Ushibuse River French style Stair Stepped
7. Fukashi Shrine
8. Ishii Miso
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 36 reviews
Ishii Miso Co,Ltd was founded in 1868 (the end of the Edo era) and is still producing miso by a unique traditional natural method. Miso, soybean paste, is an essential ingredient in Japanese cuisine. We have miso soup every day and sometimes use it for other dishes. Miso is fermented food so it is very healthy. Nagano Prefecture where Matsumoto is included is the top producer of miso (46%) in Japan. Miso used to be made in homes. But now, many Japanese don't know or find out how to make miso. We use wooden barrels to ferment miso, which is also unique. Normally the barrels are plastic or metal, but wooden barrels enable air to permeate so they are good for fermentation. Many foreigners visit this brewery even though it does not appear in guide books and there is no English website.
Reviewed By Luigi_Fino - Tokyo, Japan
We were greeted by the president of the company who explained the history of his factory and his concept of premium miso, which is quite different from the average industrial product that you buy at the supermarket. Although not a big fan of miso miself, I deeply appreciated the tasty meal and would like to add that visiting this place is a must when staying in Matsumoto.
9. Utsukushi Tower
10. Well in the front yard of Matsumoto City Hall
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
