Matsumoto Castle Tour 8 options
Matsumoto Castle: Samurai Sword Experience & Guided TourStep inside Matsumoto Castle, wear a samurai outfit, and try real sword moves with a master. Includes entry, outfit rental, and English-speaking guide.Every day · 09:00 and 13:30 · All ages★ 4.91 (91)3hEN✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 13,700per person
Matsumoto Castle Town Walking Tour: 3-hour feudal historyWalk Matsumoto's historic streets with an English-speaking guide past Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure, and learn about the city's traditions.Every day · 09:00 and 13:30★ 4.93 (56)3hEN✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 9,800per person
Matsumoto Castle Tour & Soba Noodle Making ClassTour Matsumoto Castle, then make and eat your own soba noodles under a master's guidance: three hours, hands-on from start to finish, in English.Every day except Tuesday · 09:00 and 15:00 · All ages★ 4.74 (23)3hEN✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 14,300per person
Matsumoto Castle, Sake & Local Bites Walking TourWalk Matsumoto Castle, taste regional sake at a local shop, and stroll two historic streets with an English-speaking guide.Every day · First departure 09:45, last 14:45 · All ages★ 5.00 (6)3hEN✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 22,000per person
Kamikochi & Matsumoto Castle Day Tour: Alpine Walk & CastleGuided day tour from Matsumoto to Kamikochi alpine park with scenic walk and Matsumoto Castle entry. Skip the bus queues with direct van access to the trailhead.Every day · 08:00, 08:45 and 09:45 · All ages★ 5.00 (5)7h 30m–9hEN✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 32,500per person
Calligraphy lesson in Matsumoto: Write characters with a masterLearn traditional Japanese calligraphy from an English-speaking master in a historic house overlooking Matsumoto Castle.Every day · First departure 09:30, last 16:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 3★ 3.00 (2)1hEN✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 13,000per person
Matsumoto Castle Keep Walk: Black Keep and Meiji SchoolWalk through Matsumoto Castle's iconic black keep and Honmaru grounds with a live English guide, then add the Former Kaichi School.Every day · First departure 08:30, last 15:00★ 5.00 (1)1h 30m–2h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 20,000per person
Matsumoto walking tour: Local's view of castle town neighborhoodsWalk Matsumoto's distinct neighborhoods with a local guide in two hours, moving from the white-walled Nakamachi district through Taisho-era architecture.Next departure: 6 Jul 2027 · Pickup optional · Ages 18–85★ 5.00 (1)2hEN✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 7,000per person
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✓ 2026-10-29| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matsumoto Castle: Samurai Sword Experience & Guided TourOur pick | JP¥ 13,700 per person | 3h | 4.91★ · 91 | Every day · 09:00 and 13:30 | English |
| Matsumoto Castle Town Walking Tour: 3-hour feudal historyBest value | JP¥ 9,800 per person | 3h | 4.93★ · 56 | Every day · 09:00 and 13:30 | English |
| Matsumoto walking tour: Local's view of castle town neighborhoodsLowest price | JP¥ 7,000 per person | 2h | 5.00★ only 1 review | Next departure: 6 Jul 2027 | English |
| Matsumoto Castle Tour & Soba Noodle Making Class | JP¥ 14,300 per person | 3h | 4.74★ · 23 | Every day except Tuesday · 09:00 and 15:00 | English |
| Matsumoto Castle, Sake & Local Bites Walking Tour | JP¥ 22,000 per person | 3h | 5.00★ only 6 reviews | Every day · First departure 09:45, last 14:45 | English |
| Kamikochi & Matsumoto Castle Day Tour: Alpine Walk & Castle | JP¥ 32,500 per person | 7h 30m–9h | 5.00★ only 5 reviews | Every day · 08:00, 08:45 and 09:45 | English |
| Calligraphy lesson in Matsumoto: Write characters with a master | JP¥ 13,000 per person | 1h | 3.00★ only 2 reviews | Every day · First departure 09:30, last 16:30 | English |
| Matsumoto Castle Keep Walk: Black Keep and Meiji School | JP¥ 20,000 per person | 1h 30m–2h 30m | 5.00★ only 1 review | Every day · First departure 08:30, last 15:00 | English |
Matsumoto Castle Tour at a glance
- Our pick: Matsumoto Castle: Samurai Sword Experience & Guided Tour, JP¥ 13,700 (3h, 4.91★ · 91).
- Best value: Matsumoto Castle Town Walking Tour: 3-hour feudal history, JP¥ 9,800 (3h, 4.93★ · 56).
- Lowest price: Matsumoto walking tour: Local's view of castle town neighborhoods, JP¥ 7,000 (2h, 5.00★ · only 1 review).
Real price per person across the 8 options: JP¥ 7,000–JP¥ 32,500 (median JP¥ 13,700).
Of the 8 options: 8 with free cancellation, 7 with instant confirmation, 2 with hotel pickup, 6 kid-friendly and 6 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.