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  • Utsukushigahara Kogen【Utsukushigahara Highland】

    2017/09/01

    At an altitude of 2034 meters, the highland is a part of Nagano Prefecture’s largest national park. The highest peak, Ougatou is a flat plateau called Ustukushigahara Highland. In additona to Utsukushigahara Ranch and Sanjo Ranch located at the peak, there are many trekking routes for visitors to enjoy. Utsukushi Tower is a famous symbol of the area, located in the pasture that serves as a warning and evacuation tower to help trekkers find their way in the event of dense fog.

    The largest literary monument is also located in Utsukushigahara.

     

    The Venus Line is closed for winter from November to April.

  • Fukashi Shrine

    2017/09/01

    Beginning as Suwa Myoujin the shrine was for the god who protected the region (Ubusuna) at the castle town developed. Later evolving to revered worship of Tenmangu, the god of scholarship. Locals held up their prayers and wishes with honor over the years.

     

    In 2002, a 1100 year commemorative festival was held by parishioners honoring the founding and establishment of the shrine. At this time, the entire structure was refurbished.

     

    For more information, please visit the website.

    http://www.fukashi-tenjin.or.jp/

  • Former Kaichi School

    2017/09/01

    Originally founded as a Buddhist school, this school located north of Matsumoto Castle, was reestablished as a secondary school in the 6th year of Meiji (1873).

     

    With its octagonal tower in the middle and cut glass windows, this building is a fusion of Western and Japanese architecture. Designated as a cultural heritage site in 1967, the museum displays various educational artifacts from the Edo era to the present.

     

    Hours: 9:00 ~ 17:00 (Last entrance 16:30)

    Holidays: New Years (12/29 ~ 1/3)

    3rd Monday of each month from March to November (The following day when Monday is a public holiday)

    Every Monday from December to February (The following day when Monday is a public holiday)

     

    Entrance fee: Individual: Adult 300 Yen, Elementary and Junior High School age 150 Yen

    Groups: Adult 250 Yen, Elementary and Junior High School age 100 Yen (for groups of 20 or more)

  • Japan Ukiyo-e Museum

    2017/09/01

    Michelin Guide – 2 Stars

     

    The Ukiyo-e Museum originated from a collection of works held in the Edo Period by the local wealthy merchant and trading business Sakai family. A number of works collected over a period of 200 years are on display.

     

    It is close to the Matsumoto highway interchange, somewhat distant from the city center, but tourists do not fail to visit to see the magnificent collection.

     

    Hours: 10:00 ~ 17:00 (Last entrance 16:30)

    Holidays: Monday (the day after Monday when Monday is a public holiday)

    New Year’s

     

    Entrance: Regular fee 1,000 Yen

    Junior High, High School and University Students 500 Yen

    Elementary School age and under – Free

     

    * The following are eligible for a 100 Yen discount

    * Groups of 20 or over, handicapped individuals, seniors (60 or older)

    * Visitors of the nearby Rekishi No Sato (History Museum) – Must present Rekishi No Sato entrance ticket.

  • Matsumoto Timepiece Museum

    2017/09/01

    Matsumoto City is currently working on a project called “Matsumoto City as a Museum”. The Matsumoto Timepiece Museum is the first site developed working toward the “Matsumoto City as a Museum” project. It is one of few such collections of old clocks in Japan and is popular with both locals and visiting tourists.

     

    It began as a collection of Oriental clocks gathered by Mr. Chikazo Honda (1896 ~ 1985) but was donated to the city so people can enjoy it for years to come.

     

    There are over 110 timepieces in the hall, most of which still function today. The museum has developed innovative methods for visitors to enjoy the clocks via the use of video guides and miniature concerts.

     

    Hours: 9:00 ~ 17:00 (Last entrance 16:30)

    Holidays: Monday (the day after Monday when Monday is a public holiday)

    New Year’s

     

    Entrance fee: Adults 300 Yen

    Elementary and Junior High School age : 150 Yen

    * Groups of 20 or more receive a 50 discount per visitor

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