Activities Sumo Roadshows in Nagano Akira Matsuo Sumo roadshows were held on Matsumoto and Nagano on October 14th and 16th.
12 Culture Inside Karasu-jo Elena Lisina Matsumoto Castle is one of Japan's five original standing castles. Its wood interior, darkened by time, is severe and functional.
Culture Road Trippin' Japan (Part Three) Wanda Bodnar Matsumoto Decide on a route to back to Tokyo via Mount Fuji, we somehow... ended up going on a rather long side-trip to Matsumoto in Nagano.
Culture Kimono & Ninja Cosplay/Rental Shop Akira Matsuo In Matsumoto, in Nagano Prefecture, a local beautician recently opened a fantastic shop of kimono (traditional Japanese clothes) and a ninja costume wearing
Culture Historic Exploration and Architecture Along a Forgo... Veronica Carnevale Explore bygone eras in Toyama, Hida, Takayama, and Matsumoto
8 Bonsai Chrysanthemum Display Mandy Bartok If you're visiting Matsumoto Castle this autumn, be sure to check out the display of bonsai chrysanthemums on the north side of the castle grounds.
Transportation Niigata and Nagano with the JR EAST PASS Featured Access: From Matsumoto Station, head to Okaya Station on the Limited Express... Nagano - Matsumoto Castle The contrasting white and black