Wadamachi 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

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

Matsumoto Private One Day Tour from Nagano

Full Day Walking Tour in Matsumoto: Matcha Tea and Stunning Art

Matsumoto Castle and Kamikochi Private Tour
Top hotels in Wadamachi

Richmond Hotel Matsumoto
Convenient location, very walkable. No dedicated drop off points which can make loading and unloading of suitcases difficult.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Iroha Grand Hotel
Loved the staff, the customer service was great. However the bed was very very uncomfortable. If you need a bed with more cushion this isn’t the place for you. However, the location was close to Matsumoto station and the restaurants around the hotel were awesome!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Matsumoto Marunouchi Hotel
Great place
Reviewed on 14 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

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 Wadamachi

Niimura
When in Niimura, you can plan a visit to Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and Matsumoto Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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 Scale Museum 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.

