Time zone
GMT +09:00
No time difference
Currency
Japanese Yen
1AUD = 110.63JPY
Official languages
Japanese
Best time to visit
APR - MAY
Spring blossoms and comfortable weather for city tours.
Recommended trip duration
2 days
Top things to do in Matsumoto
![[Nagoya Kamikochi Hiking Tour] One-Day Nature Forest Hiking Tour of Kamikochi & Taisho Pond & Tashiro Pond & Kappa Bridge & Myojin Pond & Hotaka Mountain Range & Hotaka Shrine Okumiya (Departure from Nagoya)](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAABGdBTUEAALGPC/xhBQAAAAFzUkdCAK7OHOkAAAADUExURenp6VcjxIwAAAAKSURBVAjXY2AAAAACAAHiIbwzAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC)
[Nagoya Kamikochi Hiking Tour] One-Day Nature Forest Hiking Tour of Kamikochi & Taisho Pond & Tashiro Pond & Kappa Bridge & Myojin Pond & Hotaka Mountain Range & Hotaka Shrine Okumiya (Departure from Nagoya)
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(476) • 10K+ booked
AUD 63.29
Autumn Colors Exclusive: Scenic Kamikochi 1-Day Bus Tour from Tokyo
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(4) • New Activity
AUD 144.65
Tokyo Kamikochi & Lake Suwa Full-Day Tour with Bus
English guided
Free cancellation
(4) • New Activity
AUD 135.59
Klook's choice
Nagoya Kamikochi & Kappa Bridge Full-Day Tour with Hiking
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English guided
Free cancellation
(322) • 6K+ booked
AUD 63.29
Departure from Tokyo: Kamikochi Japanese Alps Natural Beauty Day Tour
English guided
Free cancellation
(11) • New Activity
AUD 149.15
Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route (including Tateyama Kurobe transportation ticket) & Kamikochi 2-Day Tour
English guided
Instant confirmation
(76) • 800+ booked
AUD 279.75
One-day tour to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route from Kanazawa
English guided
Free cancellation
(86) • 1K+ booked
AUD 180.79
AUD 62.85
Departing from Nagano & Matsumoto: Japanese Alps and Kamikochi Scenic Day Tour
English guided
Free cancellation
New Activity
AUD 110.19
Nagano: Kamikochi Hiking Day Trip (Including 3.5 hours of Free Time) (Departing from Nagoya)
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(234) • 4K+ booked
AUD 63.29
Fall Special
Klook's choice
Nagoya Kamikochi and Taisho Pond Nature Full-Day Hiking Tour
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English guided
Free cancellation
(31) • 600+ booked
AUD 63.29
Alps - Tateyama Kurobe & Kamikochi Autumn Foliage Limited 2-Day Tour - Guaranteed transportation tickets and mountain entry guaranteed (Departing from Nagoya)
English guided
Free cancellation
(44) • 800+ booked
AUD 279.75
Transport in Matsumoto
Fall Special
AUD 317.19
AUD 221.45
Fall Special
Matsumoto car hire | Choose from multiple car models
Instant confirmation
ORIX Rent A Car
600+ booked
From
AUD 54
/day Alpico Kotsu Matsumoto Loop Bus "Town Sneaker" 1-Day Pass
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Instant confirmation
New Activity
AUD 4.55
Hotels in Matsumoto
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Reviews of Matsumoto activities
lusi ***
2026-06-02 06:07:00
This hotel has a unique and memorable concept. Upon arrival, staff immediately helped clean our luggage wheels before we brought them in—a small touch that reflects a high level of attention to cleanliness. All hotel floors are tatami, so guests must leave their shoes in lockers and walk barefoot—slippers are available at the reception if needed. The atmosphere truly feels like a traditional Japanese ryokan.
The room was compact and efficient, with a 140cm bed that felt a bit small for two people. The onsen was a definite plus—an open-air onsen was available, although the water temperature wasn't very hot. The most surprising aspect was the complimentary amenities: ice cream, free ramen every night at 9:30 PM, and hot and cold beverages available anytime. These are added values rarely found in other hotels.
Chin ***************
2026-10-24 11:34:37
Good location, walkable to shopping street, lots of food around, hotel was nice to provide baby items (e.g. Baby Cot, diaper Bin). Washer in room was also very useful. The room comes with kitchenette but no utensils or cookware.
Ding ******
2026-10-03 06:20:23
Good location. Clean room. Serve free noodles at night as well. good base to explore matsumoto. near the station and about 1+km walk ti all attractions
Astrid *******
2026-04-30 12:04:19
This is a good hotel in Matsumoto. Its location isn't too close to Matsumoto Station, but it's not too far either, about 900 meters or a 5-10 minute walk. The amenities are quite complete. The room is spacious and clean enough. There are many restaurants with various options around the hotel.
Klook User
2026-07-27 04:57:27
Breakfast was very good and room is spacious. Quaint and very quiet neighborhood with a 7/11 nearby!
Iviani ******
2026-06-21 03:21:07
Clean room and super great location just next to JR Matsumoto station & across Matsumoto bus terminal. The breakfast is also delicious! But they won't store your luggage after check out, so you need to pay extra for lockers.
Jocelyn ***
2026-06-16 05:06:48
Location is very convenient. Check in was very quick. Amenities are self service. Rooms are average.
Klook用戶
2026-10-24 01:03:33
This Toyoko INN is in an super convenient location! Not only is it close to Matsumoto Station with unbeatable transportation and daily amenities, but the hotel also thoughtfully provides a partner parking lot, making it ideal for both train travelers and those on a road trip. The rooms are clean, the service is friendly, and it is a top choice for accommodation with an exceptional value for the price!
José **************************
2026-10-19 05:19:24
we have an amazing time in Mor-schein hotel and in Matsumoto, great choice near Matsumoto station
Matsumoto at a glance
Quick facts about Matsumoto
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What to know before visiting Matsumoto
What to do in Matsumoto
Matsumoto is a calm cultural base famous for guided Tours, hands-on Cultural experiences and compact Attraction passes. Klook booking data shows visitor numbers hit a high in January and dip through late summer, so the city's rhythm runs from a busy winter peak to a very quiet August. Tours dominate bookings and suit travellers who want organised day trips and local insight, while Cultural experiences are ideal for slower, immersive days. Decide whether you prefer lively peak-season events or quieter, off-peak exploration. Based on Klook booking data.
Best months to visit Matsumoto
January is the busiest month — 50% above a typical month on Klook booking data — while August is the quietest at 41% below. Prices move through the year too: typical median prices on Klook were lowest in April and March and highest in June, so crowd levels and prices sometimes diverge. For lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for March or April when demand is quieter and typical prices are around AUD 79–AUD 78; for peak-season atmosphere plan for January or November when demand is stronger and prices rise.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Peak demand | AUD 293 |
| February | Busier than usual | AUD 122 |
| March | Quieter than usual | AUD 79 |
| April | About average | AUD 78 |
| May | Busier than usual | AUD 145 |
| June | About average | AUD 639 |
| July | Quieter than usual | AUD 93 |
| August | Very quiet | AUD 81 |
| September | Quieter than usual | AUD 127 |
| October | About average | AUD 125 |
| November | Peak demand | AUD 237 |
| December | Busier than usual | AUD 420 |
Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.
Tips for travellers from Australia
Most travellers from Australia lock things in about three weeks ahead, with the earliest planners booking around seven weeks out. That means you can often book tours and cultural experiences with some flexibility, but in the January and November peaks it pays to plan earlier. For late planners, many bookings remain doable until around six days before travel, though availability narrows in peak months. Use Klook to compare timings and secure preferred dates without stress — book early for peak-season favourites, or keep it flexible for quieter months when prices and crowds are lower. Based on Klook booking data.
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