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Nagoya Kamikochi & Kappa Bridge Full-Day Tour with Hiking
Klook's choice
Tours • From Nagoya

Nagoya Kamikochi & Kappa Bridge Full-Day Tour with Hiking

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.5 / 5
(326) • 6K+ booked
฿ 1,484
Departure from Tokyo: Kamikochi Japanese Alps Natural Beauty Day Tour
Tours • From Tokyo

Departure from Tokyo: Kamikochi Japanese Alps Natural Beauty Day Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.8 / 5
(27) • 400+ booked
฿ 2,755
Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route (including Tateyama Kurobe transportation ticket) & Kamikochi 2-Day Tour
Tours • From Nagoya

Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route (including Tateyama Kurobe transportation ticket) & Kamikochi 2-Day Tour

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English guided
4.9 / 5
(106) • 900+ booked
฿ 6,560
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Nagano: Kamikochi Hiking Day Trip (Including 3.5 hours of Free Time) (Departing from Nagoya)
Tours • From Nagoya

Nagano: Kamikochi Hiking Day Trip (Including 3.5 hours of Free Time) (Departing from Nagoya)

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.7 / 5
(243) • 4K+ booked
From
฿ 1,479
One-day tour to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route from Kanazawa
Tours • From Kanazawa

One-day tour to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route from Kanazawa

English guided
Free cancellation
4.7 / 5
(98) • 1K+ booked
฿ 4,239
Tokyo Kamikochi & Lake Suwa Full-Day Tour with Bus
Tours • From Tokyo

Tokyo Kamikochi & Lake Suwa Full-Day Tour with Bus

English guided
Free cancellation
4.2 / 5
(18) • 300+ booked
฿ 3,179
Northern Alps Scenic View - Kamikochi Day Trip: Kappa Bridge, Taisho Pond, Azusa River Light Hike (Round trip from Nagoya)
Tours • From Nagoya

Northern Alps Scenic View - Kamikochi Day Trip: Kappa Bridge, Taisho Pond, Azusa River Light Hike (Round trip from Nagoya)

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.5 / 5
(98) • 2K+ booked
฿ 1,483
Save ฿ 636
Nagoya Kamikochi and Taisho Pond Nature Full-Day Hiking Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Nagoya

Nagoya Kamikochi and Taisho Pond Nature Full-Day Hiking Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.8 / 5
(38) • 600+ booked
฿ 1,483
Save ฿ 636
Departing from Nagano & Matsumoto: Japanese Alps and Kamikochi Scenic Day Tour
Tours • From Nagano, Matsumoto

Departing from Nagano & Matsumoto: Japanese Alps and Kamikochi Scenic Day Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
New Activity
฿ 2,583
Nagano Winter Private Tour with a local guide (from November to May)
Tours • From Myoko, Matsumoto, Shimotakai, Nagano, Kitaadumi

Nagano Winter Private Tour with a local guide (from November to May)

Private tour
English guided
Private group
5.0 / 5
(27) • 500+ booked
฿ 4,504
Alps - Tateyama Kurobe & Snow Wall & Kamikochi Limited Snow Wall 2-Day Tour - Guaranteed transportation tickets and mountain entry (Departing from Nagoya)
฿ 6,560
Save ฿ 1,640

Hotels in Matsumoto

Onyado Nono Matsumoto
Hotels • Matsumoto

Onyado Nono Matsumoto

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4.7 / 5
(335)
From
฿ 2,437.3
฿ 3,384.7
Iroha Grand Hotel
Hotels • Matsumoto

Iroha Grand Hotel

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4.7 / 5
(563)
From
฿ 1,344.7
Hotel Matsumoto Yorozuya
Hotels • Matsumoto

Hotel Matsumoto Yorozuya

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4.3 / 5
(182)
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฿ 1,652.3
฿ 1,668.9
Tabino Hotel lit Matsumoto
Hotels • Matsumoto

Tabino Hotel lit Matsumoto

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4.8 / 5
(536)
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฿ 2,116.6
฿ 2,137.9
Richmond Hotel Matsumoto
Hotels • Matsumoto

Richmond Hotel Matsumoto

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4.5 / 5
(942)
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฿ 1,848.4
Dormy Inn Matsumoto
Hotels • Matsumoto

Dormy Inn Matsumoto

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4.5 / 5
(1.0K)
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฿ 2,197.4
Toyoko Inn Matsumoto-eki Higashi-guchi
Hotels • Matsumoto

Toyoko Inn Matsumoto-eki Higashi-guchi

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4.6 / 5
(636)
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฿ 1,991.5
฿ 2,048.7
Southern Cross Inn Matsumoto
Hotels • Matsumoto

Southern Cross Inn Matsumoto

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4.1 / 5
(251)
From
฿ 958.6
Hotel Morschein
Hotels • Matsumoto

Hotel Morschein

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4.3 / 5
(383)
From
฿ 1,623.7
Ace Inn Matsumoto
Hotels • Matsumoto

Ace Inn Matsumoto

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4.1 / 5
(745)
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฿ 1,950.0
Matsumoto Marunouchi Hotel
Hotels • Matsumoto

Matsumoto Marunouchi Hotel

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4.6 / 5
(490)
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฿ 3,843.6
฿ 3,882.1
THE CELECTON Matsumoto
Hotels • Matsumoto

THE CELECTON Matsumoto

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4.2 / 5
(1.1K)
From
฿ 1,403.2

Reviews of Matsumoto activities

Klook 用戶
2026-11-04 13:55:16
Fantastic 5.0
Participating in the Kamikochi day tour led by guide Ms. Zuo Sha was, overall, an unforgettable and highly recommended trip. The natural scenery of Kamikochi is truly stunning, and especially on a first visit, one always wants to seize the opportunity to walk further and see more. Before departure, the tour guide thoughtfully provided two route options, A and B, and kindly suggested that first-time visitors start with Option A, which goes from Taisho Pond to Kappa Bridge. However, because I loved the scenery of Kamikochi so much, after finishing Option A I still wanted to challenge Option B and walked all the way to Myojin Pond. As a result, I failed to manage my return time properly, causing everyone to wait for about 15 to 20 minutes. I am truly sorry to the guide, my fellow group members, and the driver who worked hard to pick us up and drop us off. Especially considering that Japan has strict regulations regarding the working hours of professional drivers, my delay may have increased the driver's workload, which makes me feel even more apologetic. I am also extremely grateful for everyone's patience and understanding. Additionally, although there were some minor communication hiccups during this trip, I deeply appreciate the guide's subsequent attitude and adjustments. She not only proactively showed care, but I could also feel her sincere desire to improve her service. In truth, the service industry is never easy; whether it is the tour guide or the driver, every link requires mutual cooperation. Good service is worth recognizing, and travelers should also offer a little more understanding and empathy. Finally, thank you to the guide for taking care of us along the way, and thank you to the driver for the hard work and safe transportation. This trip to Kamikochi not only allowed me to enjoy beautiful scenery, but also gave me much to reflect upon. Highly recommended!
エマリ ****
2026-11-04 00:12:06
Fantastic 5.0
Had a wonderful time on this nature trip! 🌿🌳 The fresh air, beautiful scenery, peaceful surroundings, and breathtaking views made every moment special. A perfect escape from the busy routine and a beautiful reminder of how amazing nature is. Also our tourguide is pretty cool and approachable ☺️ Truly refreshing and unforgettable! 💚✨
Klook User
2026-09-02 10:23:13
Fantastic 5.0
I was initially a bit anxious as I booked this tour despite its lack of reviews and I’m a solo female traveller. I’m returning to Tokyo now and wanted to share my experience. The long drive is worth it for a great view of Kamikochi if you’re short on time. I thoroughly enjoyed my time there and found the price very reasonable for a 9-hour round trip. The weather was perfect, enhancing the beautiful scenery. My guide, Cathy, was accommodating and kind, making me feel safe and taken care of. The driver also drove safely. I highly recommend this tour, but be prepared for a long day! There’s plenty of opportunities to nap during the bus ride anyway.
Cheung ***
2026-08-11 07:31:07
Fantastic 5.0
I've participated in other one-day tours in Japan before, but there's no comparison without a benchmark. This time, our tour leader, Xiao Yu (Yukino), truly exceeded expectations. Giving her 101 points wouldn't be an exaggeration! I want to sincerely thank our tour leader, Xiao Yu (Yukino), and our driver, Mr. Sun. Both were incredibly responsible, polite, and meticulous in their work. Throughout the trip, Xiao Yu (Yukino) thoughtfully sent us reminders via messaging apps about various important details, such as things to note, meeting times, and appropriate clothing for the weather. Everything was perfectly organized, making us feel very secure and allowing us to fully relax and enjoy our vacation. What's even more commendable is that Xiao Yu (Yukino) proactively offered to take photos for the group members! Not every tour leader does this, and it was a huge bonus! Driver Mr. Sun also drove very smoothly and safely, and his demeanor was very friendly. Additionally, I must mention that the fellow travelers on this tour were of very high quality; everyone was incredibly punctual and polite, making the entire trip exceptionally smooth. An impeccable professional team, combined with excellent fellow travelers, created a top-quality travel experience. If you're planning to book a two-day tour to Tateyama Kurobe and Kamikochi, choosing this tour is definitely the right decision!
Janet ********
2026-10-31 09:09:23
Fantastic 5.0
It was such a wonderful experience, and I couldn’t be more satisfied. Definitely one of the most beautiful places I’ve visited in Japan. Worth every minute of the journey! Highly recommended!
Klook 用戶
2026-05-16 07:12:43
Fantastic 5.0
Although the itinerary was packed and we were constantly switching between different modes of transportation, Vivian and all the tour members managed their time exceptionally well. No one was ever late for any leg of the journey. Vivian was also very clear about meeting points and times, and she paid special attention to the elderly members who needed extra care. Besides the snow walls, the mountain and tree scenery along the way up Tateyama Kurobe was beautiful. The weather was particularly good on the day we visited, and we saw everything we hoped to, except for a rainbow over the waterfall. It was a very fortunate, relaxing, and enjoyable trip.
KU *******
2026-07-10 16:07:40
Fantastic 5.0
Kamikochi, known as "God's Homeland," truly is the most beautiful hiking destination. Walking along the Azusa River trail, nestled beneath the Hotaka mountain range, is incredibly refreshing. The breathtaking scenery, where the clear stream intertwines with the Hotaka peaks, is stunning and truly uplifting. Our tour guide, Yukino, was exceptionally dedicated on this trip. She meticulously prepared all the information, including introductions to attractions, suggested routes, and food recommendations, providing comprehensive details to all participants. She also catered to both Chinese and English-speaking guests, proving to be an incredibly diligent and responsible leader. Highly recommended!
Diana *******
2026-09-02 09:31:13
Fantastic 5.0
Tour absolutely worth visiting, the time is limited and not enough to visid everything unless you walk very fast without breaks... But the place is stunning even on a basik route. Guide Han spoke really good English and explained all important information and gave useful recommendations.

Matsumoto at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Matsumoto?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

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28
Jan
Quietest 21
Feb
49
Mar
56
Apr
142
May
179
Jun
180
Jul
42
Aug
59
Sep
114
Oct
Busiest 218
Nov
117
Dec

Demand for Matsumoto from travellers from the Philippines spikes in November, about 118% above a typical month, while February is much quieter, roughly 79% below a typical month — book early for November and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in February. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Matsumoto cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

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Cheapest ₱2,795 Priciest ₱4,817
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities in Matsumoto are typically around PHP 3,201, with October the cheapest month at around PHP 2,795, roughly 42% below February’s typical high of around PHP 4,817 — the October low overlaps the quieter season, so you can often find cheaper options then. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

3 daysLast-minute
13 daysTypical
28 daysEarly

Most travellers from the Philippines book about 13 days ahead (early bookings average around 28 days), with last-minute options possible within about 3 days — during the November peak you should plan to book earlier than usual. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Matsumoto

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1THB = 4.72JPY

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Spring blossoms and comfortable weather for city tours.

  • Recommended trip duration

What to know before visiting Matsumoto

What to do in Matsumoto

Matsumoto is a compact destination whose top bookings on Klook are led by Tours, followed by Cultural experiences and Attraction passes. Across the year these activities follow a clear seasonality: Klook historical booking data shows demand peaks in November and a deep trough in February, so outdoor sightseeing and festival-linked tours are busiest in late autumn while quieter months offer more relaxed museum and cultural visits. For planning decisions, choose between lively peak-season atmosphere and calmer off-peak exploration — Klook booking data helps you pick which mode suits your trip.

When to visit Matsumoto

Klook booking data shows November as the busiest month, with demand rising sharply, while February is the quietest month with demand far below a typical month. Prices drift through the year: the median paid on Klook is lower around October and November, then climbs to a priciest point in February. Where demand and price move together, November gives both higher crowds and relatively affordable median prices; February is very quiet but typically more expensive on Klook.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Very quiet PHP 3,865
February Very quiet PHP 4,817
March Very quiet PHP 3,092
April Very quiet PHP 2,854
May Peak demand PHP 2,973
June Peak demand PHP 3,152
July Peak demand PHP 2,914
August Very quiet PHP 2,914
September Very quiet PHP 2,914
October Busier than usual PHP 2,795
November Peak demand PHP 2,795
December Busier than usual PHP 3,330

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 the Philippines

Most travellers from the Philippines lock in experiences about two weeks out, with the earliest planners booking around four weeks ahead; Klook booking data shows that in peak months like November it pays to plan further ahead. Because last-minute bookings remain possible within 3 days, you can keep some flexibility, but secure popular tours early for travel in November. Use Klook to compare typical prices and available dates, and book when you spot a preferred time — Klook booking data suggests earlier booking during busy months increases your chance of getting the exact slot you want.

FAQs about Matsumoto

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