Matsumoto Castle

Matsumoto · Kanazawa, Takayama & the Japan Alps · Japan

★★★★☆ Museum & culture

What it costs a family of four

Not published

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What to know

One of only twelve original keeps left in Japan, black-lacquered and standing in its own moat with the Alps behind. The interior stairs are near-vertical and there is no lift. Peak days use numbered entry tickets.

The details

Adult ticket	Check official booking
Child ticket	Check official booking
Typical visit	1.5 hours
Opening hours	Daily 08:30-17:00
Indoors or out	Both
Region	Chubu, Japan
Prices quoted in	JPY

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Official page: https://www.matsumoto-castle.jp/lang/eng

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