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Tokyo to Zenkoji Temple and Matsumoto Castle Day Tour
Visit Zenkoji Temple, a National Treasure that has attracted worshippers for centuries and enshrines what is believed to be Japan’s oldest Buddhist statue. Its majestic, serene atmosphere offers a peaceful moment. Then stroll along Zenkoji Nakamise Street, where you can sample local favourites such as sweets made with Shinshu apples and chestnuts, miso buns, oyaki dumplings, Shinshu soba and shichimi spice. Continue to Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure with Japan’s oldest surviving five-tie
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Overview
- ✓Visit Zenkoji Temple, a National Treasure that has attracted worshippers for centuries and enshrines what is believed to be Japan’s oldest Buddhist statue.
- ✓Its majestic, serene atmosphere offers a peaceful moment.
- ✓Then stroll along Zenkoji Nakamise Street, where you can sample local favourites such as sweets made with Shinshu apples and chestnuts, miso buns, oyaki dumplings, Shinshu soba and shichimi spice.
- ✓Continue to Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure with Japan’s oldest surviving five-tiered, six-storey castle keep.
- ✓The castle retains much of its original appearance, while the surrounding area preserves the atmosphere of an old castle town.
Visit Zenkoji Temple, a National Treasure that has attracted worshippers for centuries and enshrines what is believed to be Japan’s oldest Buddhist statue. Its majestic, serene atmosphere offers a peaceful moment. Then stroll along Zenkoji Nakamise Street, where you can sample local favourites such as sweets made with Shinshu apples and chestnuts, miso buns, oyaki dumplings, Shinshu soba and shichimi spice. Continue to Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure with Japan’s oldest surviving five-tiered, six-storey castle keep. The castle retains much of its original appearance, while the surrounding area preserves the atmosphere of an old castle town.
Visit Zenkoji Temple, a National Treasure that has attracted worshippers for centuries and enshrines what is believed to be Japan’s oldest Buddhist statue. Its majestic, serene atmosphere offers a peaceful moment. Then stroll along Zenkoji Nakamise Street, where you can sample local favourites such as sweets made with Shinshu apples and chestnuts, miso buns, oyaki dumplings, Shinshu soba and shichimi spice. Continue to Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure with Japan’s oldest surviving five-tiered, six-storey castle keep. The castle retains much of its original appearance, while the surrounding area preserves the atmosphere of an old castle town.
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What’s Included
- ✓Listed accommodation fees or facility usage fees
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Consumption tax and other taxes
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Meals
What to Bring
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- •Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- •Tour schedules may be subject to minor time changes or adjustments without prior notice due to weather, road traffic conditions, or unforeseen circumstances.
- •Please adhere to the scheduled time, as we cannot accommodate delays or wait for any reason. The tour will depart promptly as scheduled to respect everyone’s time. Refunds will not be issued for late arrivals or arrivals at the wrong location, even if contact is made prior to departure.
- •In general, we do not send out confirmation emails prior to departure. If you would like more information or need to clarify something, please contact us and we will send you the relevant details.
- •Please note that we may not be responsive on all channels outside of our business hours, which are 9:30AM–6:30PM JST (Monday–Friday).
Meeting and Pickup
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📍 Meeting point / start
Tokyo Station, Yaesu Central Exit, Yaesu Underground Mall, Exit 26 *Near the intersection*
🏁 End point
Tokyo Station, Yaesu Central Exit, Yaesu Underground Mall, Exit 26 *Near the intersection*
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