MATSUMOTO CITY: In the center of the Matsumoto Basin, in the center of Nagano Prefecture, Matsumoto City (pop.208, 000) serves as the gateway to the Chubu-Sangaku National Park (the Japan Alps). In spite of modernization in the city center, it retains much of its past heritage from the days when it was a prosperous castle town. Charming back streets still reflect the town history.
Lord Sadayoshi Ogasawara bestowed the name "Matsumoto" on the town in 1582. Since the beginning of the 20th century, it has been an educational, industrial and cultural center.
Matsumoto Dentetsu Bus leaves from the front of Matsumoto Station.Sightseeing buses are available for the major attractions in both Nagano and Matsumoto from spring to autumn.
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