Matsumoto

Matsumoto extends across 978 square kilometers in a mountain basin, with the Narai River flowing through its center and the Hida Mountains rising to the west.

The settlement evolved from a provincial capital during the Heian period to become a strategic castle town of Matsumoto Domain under the Tokugawa shogunate administration.

The city maintains strong textile traditions dating from feudal times, particularly in silk production, while supporting numerous seasonal festivals throughout the calendar year.

Visitors reach the city through direct train connections from Tokyo and Nagoya via JR East services, with Matsumoto Airport providing additional transportation options.

The surrounding agricultural landscape features terraced fields where farmers cultivate mulberry trees and fruit orchards against the backdrop of mountain slopes.

Location: Nagano Prefecture

Inception: April 1, 1889

Shares border with: Shiojiri, Azumino, Ōmachi, Okaya, Ueda, Shimosuwa, Yamagata, Asahi, Chikuhoku, Nagawa, Aoki, Kiso, Takayama

Website: https://city.matsumoto.nagano.jp

GPS coordinates: 36.23800,137.97197

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:54