🏯Matsumoto Castle, Nagano | A beautiful castle with a national treasure of black walls

🏯 Matsumoto Castle, Nagano | A beautiful castle with a national treasure black wall

Matsumoto Castle, the symbol of Matsumoto City, is a national treasure castle with the oldest five-story, six-story castle tower in Japan.
It is also called "Crow Castle" because of its black lacquered walls, and its solid appearance gives a sense of historical depth and beauty.

The castle is filled with weapons and exhibits from the Warring States period, making it a must-see spot for history lovers.
If you climb the steep staircase and narrow corridors, you will be impressed by the panoramic view of Matsumoto city and the majestic mountains of the Northern Alps from the top floor.

It is also known as a famous spot for cherry blossoms around the castle in spring and autumn leaves in autumn, so it is recommended to visit with the scenery of each season.
There are also many stylish cafes and souvenir shops in the area, so you can relax between sightseeing.

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🔹Experience points
・Climb the stairs of the castle tower and feel the history
・Enjoy the spectacular view from the top floor
・Enjoy the castle and the surrounding nature in each season

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📍Access
About 15 minutes on foot from Matsumoto Station
Admission fee: 700 yen for adults / 300 yen for elementary and junior high school students

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