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Matsumoto
Nagano 595m
Best Time
Year round
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Matsumoto is a Nagano Prefecture city centered around Matsumoto Castle, traditional streets, museums, hot springs, and access to the Japanese Alps. It is a strong stay base for Kamikochi, Norikura, Utsukushigahara, and quieter mountain culture.
💡Why Visit?
Visit Matsumoto for a national-treasure castle, walkable old streets, art, hot springs, and alpine day trips.
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Quick Facts
RegionNagano
CountryJapan
Altitude595m
Budget Stay¥7,500*/night
Budget Food¥3,000*/day
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🌡️ Weather & Best Time
Best months: Nov
Aug · Drizzle
This destination has a high-altitude climate with temperatures ranging from 8°C to 18°C annually. Best visited during Nov.
Temperature range (°C)
Aug
☀️Drizzle
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Temperature21° – 30°C
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Rainfall124mm
💡Okay
💡Okay — light rain expected
Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo
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Where to Stay
🎒 Deluxe
¥7,500*/night
- Business hotel
- Hostel or guesthouse
🏨 Premium
¥14,500*/night
- Central hotel
- Onsen ryokan nearby
✨ Luxury
¥36,000*/night
- Premium ryokan
- Upscale city hotel
Local Cuisine
⭐ Shinshu sobalocal
⭐ Oyaki dumplingslocal
Wasabi farm snackslocal