Historic Matsumoto and Alpine Adventure Itinerary

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at Sobadokoro Rikyu, known for its traditional soba noodles. After breakfast, embark on a Full-Day Tour Matsumoto Castle & Kamikochi Alpine Valley. Explore the stunning natural beauty of Kamikochi and take in the serene alpine landscapes.

For lunch, have a picnic in the picturesque surroundings of Kamikochi. Afterward, you can choose to continue your exploration of the area or simply relax by the Azusa River.

Return to Matsumoto in the evening and enjoy a well-deserved meal at Nakamuraya, a renowned restaurant serving kaiseki cuisine. Unwind and reflect on the day's adventures.

Start your day with a visit to the spiritual Zenkoji Temple in Nagano. After exploring the temple, have a traditional Buddhist vegetarian meal (shojin ryori) in the temple precincts.

In the afternoon, take a Matsumoto Sake Tasting Walking Tour in Nagano to learn about the local sake brewing process and sample a variety of sake. For a late lunch, enjoy the famous miso katsu at Yoshinoya.

For dinner, experience the local specialty of horse meat sashimi at Hachimura, a unique dining experience. After dinner, take a leisurely stroll around Nawate Street in Matsumoto.

Enjoy a relaxing morning at a local onsen in Yudanaka. After your soak, take a short hike to the Jigokudani Monkey Park (Jigokudani Yaen Koen) to see the famous snow monkeys.

For lunch, try the local specialty of soba noodles at Gyoza no Ohsho. Afterward, you can explore more of the Yudanaka Onsen area or simply relax at your ryokan.

Enjoy a traditional kaiseki dinner at your ryokan, followed by a peaceful evening in the tranquil setting of Yudanaka Onsen.

Spend your last morning in Matsumoto exploring the local food scene. Start with a breakfast of oyaki (steamed buns with various fillings) at the historic Nawate Street. Then, visit the Matsumoto City Museum of Art to admire the works of local and international artists.

For your final meal in Matsumoto, enjoy a multi-course kaiseki lunch at Matsuya, a Michelin-starred restaurant. After lunch, take a leisurely walk in Agatanomori Park to reflect on your time in Matsumoto.

Conclude your trip with a visit to Matsumoto Castle at night, where the illuminated castle creates a magical atmosphere. Afterward, have a farewell dinner at Sushiro, a popular sushi restaurant in the city.