Step back into history and experience the tradition and splendor of the ancient Japanese culture. On the Shinshu Heritage Self-Guided Tour you will visit one of Japan’s most significant castles, enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine, and experience first hand how Japanese sake and Japanese Washi Paper is made.

Course Schedule

8:20 Depart Hakuba

10:00 Matsumoto Castle

11:20 Lunch at traditional Japanese restaurant

13:30 Visit Sake Factory

15:00 Visit ‘Matsuzaki Washi’ 〜 traditional Japanese paper factory

16:00 Salt Road Museum

18:00 Arrive Back to Hakuba