Niimura Travel Guide
Matsumoto
Popular places to visit

Matsumoto Castle
Find out about the history of Matsumoto with a stop at Matsumoto Castle. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.

Kappa Bridge
Kappa Bridge is just one of the places to see in Matsumoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

Kamikochi Visitor Center
Explore the great outdoors at Kamikochi Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Matsumoto. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

Matsumoto Performing Arts Center
Get tickets for a show at Matsumoto Performing Arts Center, a theatre with a story to tell in Matsumoto. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.

Alps Park Matsumoto
Alps Park Matsumoto is just one of the places to see in Matsumoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.

Matsumoto City Museum of Art
You can study the exhibits at Matsumoto City Museum of Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Matsumoto. Take in the museums and waterfalls in this walkable area.
Things to do

Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip

KDDI and Softbank eSIM in Japan for 1-30 Days with 3GB-Unlimited

Gifu Takayama Shinhotaka Ropeway Round-Trip E-Ticket

1 Day Tour From Nagano to Matsumoto Castle and Narai-Juku

Matsumoto Castle Tour & Samurai Experience

Matsumoto Discovery - Half Day Walking Tour
Top hotels in Niimura

Richmond Hotel Matsumoto
Lovely spacious twin room with a seating area, very clean hotel and a free nightdress to wear too . Good central location only 8 mins walk from main Matsumoto station or Nawate st
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Toyoko Inn Matsumoto-eki Higashi-guchi
Reasonable rate that includes wonderful Japanese breakfast. Would have given 5 stars if it wasn’t for the hard bed & room size.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Iroha Grand Hotel
Great staff and hotel. It was in a great location to restaurants and Matsumoto castle as well
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Matsumoto Marunouchi Hotel
Great place
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Dormy Inn Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring
Nice onsen, comfortable room and modern tv. Great location
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Tabino Hotel Matsumoto
Staff are friendly. The hotel has Welcome drinks and my room is good. The public bath is a little small.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Niimura

Wadamachi
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wadamachi and surrounding area, you can visit Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and Alwin Stadium.

Sasabe
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sasabe and surrounding area, you can visit Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and Fukashi Shrine.

Kaichi
While Kaichi isn't home to many top sights, Matsumoto Castle and Matsumoto Castle Black Gate are some notable places to visit nearby.

Tsukama
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tsukama and surrounding area, you can visit Matsumoto City Museum of Art and Matsumoto Performing Arts Center.

Asama Onsen
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Asama Onsen and surrounding area, you can visit Asama Hot Spring and Utsukushigahara Onsen.




