Matsumoto Castle Tour & Samurai Experience

Your chance to become a Samurai while visiting Matsumoto Castle!

What better place to have your samurai experience than in a city with an authentic castle from the feudal era?

First take a tour of Matsumoto Castle designated a “National Treasure” of Japan due to its well-preserved original structure! During the tour, you will learn about the Matsumoto Samurai lords, the history of Matsumoto City and even some of the castle's defensive strategies.

Then experience a live hands-on Samurai Sword Fighting activity! A Master Samurai will teach you some of these ancient fighting techniques. You can choose your own colors for your outfit which consists of a yukata (light kimono), hakama (wide-leg pants), and obi (belt). You can even select your swords!

The stage and the atmosphere of the place is bound to take you on a realistic journey back in time. The perfect setting for a complete immersion into this slice of Japanese history!

Activity available in English and French.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Matsumoto Castle, 4-1 Marunouchi, Matsumoto 390-0873 Nagano Prefecture

Matsumoto Castle is one of five castles designated as ‘National Treasures of Japan’ and the oldest castle donjon remaining in Japan. Construction began in 1592 of the elegant black and white structure with its three turrets. Because of the elegant black walls, Matsumoto Castle is sometimes called ‘Crow Castle’.
Please note that the stairs to reach the top of Matsumoto Castle’s tower are steep and narrow.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Nakamachi Kurassic-kan, 2-9-15 Chuo, Matsumoto 390-0811 Nagano Prefecture

Here is the Samurai Experience Activity! Learn how to handle the sword (Katana) as well as some basic samurai movement (Kamae).

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duración: 3 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Matsumoto Station, 1 Chome-1 Fukashi, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-0815, Japan

Cancelaciones y devoluciones: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluye

• English or French Speaking Guide
• Entry/Admission – Samurai Experience Activity
• Entry/Admission – Matsumoto Castle
• Samurai outfits and swords rental during the activity
• Entry/Admission - Matsumoto Castle

No Incluye

• Miscellaneous fees during the activity (meals, snacks, souvenirs etc.)
• Insurance (Travel Insurance, Private Insurance, etc...)

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