It’s Japan’s oldest castle!
Matsumoto Castle is one of the five castles designated as National Treasures of Japan. It’s over 400 years old, making it the oldest castle donjon remaining in the country. Unlike many palaces in Japan, the original structure was, fortunately, not bombed during WWII, keeping most of its original wooden donjons and walls.
It’s my second time visiting the famed attraction and here are some tips that I wished I knew on my first visit…
MATSUMOTO CASTLE: Guide & Tips for Tourist! • Our Awesome Planet
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Information on Jigokudani Monkey Park
A Free Travel to Nagano in Winter to See Wild Japanese Macaques Loving Bathing in Hot Springs and...
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It is said that Hokusai is the most famous Japanese person in the world. He was active as an Ukiyoe artist during the Edo Period. In Ganshoin that is located on Ofuse, Nagano prefecture, there is a ceiling painting that Hokusai painted when he was in eighties.
※Ukiyoe is a color print of everyday life in the Edo period.
In Hokusai’s Footsteps: From Gansho-in to Hokusai-kan | INTOJAPAN / WARAKU MAGAZINE
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The Nakasendo was a historic trade route that connected Tokyo and Kyoto during the Edo Period. The natural beauty and old townscapes give visitors a glimpse of Japan from a bygone era. Learn more at https://www.japan.travel/en/spot/1367/.
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Must-ski slopes
Do you know the habit of monkeys to take a bath in hot spring? You can enjoy watching them take a bath even if you may not be interested in getting in a hot spring! The picture is of monkeys in Jigokudani hot spring at Nagano prefecture.
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Chill out with the locals! The neighborhood filled with authentic culture & traditions!
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Untold Stories of Japan
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Purify your soul at Nagano! "#nature #activities #wandering"
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Nagano is famous for Winter Olympics in 1998.
You can also go to Nagano for the summer!
#nature #relax #summering
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