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View Gallery- Nishimatsumoto-eki (railroad station), 510m
- Matsumoto Castle (castle), 1.3km
13 minutes on bus from JR Shinano-Omachi Station bound for Ogisawa. Get off at Omachi Onsen-kyo and 5 minute walk. 10 minutes by taxi from JR Shinano-Omachi Station. 40 minutes by car from Nagano Expressway Toyoshina I.C.
A region of diverse landscapes, Chubu stretches from the Sea of Japan to the Pacific Ocean. Visit the iconic Mount Fuji and its surrounding Five Lakes. Explore the preserved Edo-period town of Takayama and the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawa-go, known for its thatched-roof houses. The city of Kanazawa boasts a beautiful castle, gardens, and a thriving arts scene. For nature lovers, the Japanese Alps offer fantastic hiking, skiing, and hot springs.