1
Kamikōchi
Scenic spot
Forested national park in the Japanese Alps featuring hiking trails, lodging & picturesque views.
4.70 (3.6K reviews)
2
Chureito Pagoda
Historical landmark
Iconic pagoda on a hilltop facing Mt. Fuji in Arakurayama Sengen Park, reached via 398 steps.
4.70 (3K reviews)
3
Arakurayama Sengen Park
Park
Park with many stairs leading to seasonal cherry blossoms, a pagoda & dramatic views of Mt. Fuji.
4.60 (5.4K reviews)
4
Matsumoto-jō Castle
Castle
Known for its black walls, this grand, 16th-century castle features exhibits of historical weapons.
4.50 (23.5K reviews)
5
Zenkōji temple
Buddhist temple
This renowned Buddhist temple founded in the 7th century features picturesque grounds & a museum.
4.50 (21.4K reviews)
6
Kenroku-en
Garden
One of only 3 'perfect gardens' in Japan, this park is designed to be beautiful during every season.
4.40 (30.7K reviews)
7
Matsumoto Castle Park
City park
Park around Matsumoto Castle featuring a moat, walking paths & gardens with cherry blossoms.
4.40 (16.5K reviews)
10
Togakushi-Jinja
Shinto shrine
Shinto site consisting of 5 shrines, with paths lined by soaring Japanese cedar trees.
4.40 (4.9K reviews)
13
Matsumoto City Alps Park
City park
Hilltop with playgrounds & walking trails, plus an observation deck with views of the Japanese Alps.
4.40 (1.8K reviews)
14
Kanazawa Phonograph Museum
Museum
Showcase of 500-plus phonographs & over 20,000 records, with regular sound demos & a vinyl library.
4.50 (476 reviews)
16
Gyokuseninmaru Park
Garden
Historic Japanese garden next to Kanazawa Castle with walking paths, a pond & night lighting.
4.40 (1K reviews)
17
Takabotchi Highlands
Scenic spot
High plateau with colorful alpine flowers, plus views over Lake Suwa, the Southern Alps & Mt. Fuji.
4.40 (881 reviews)
18
Sabae City Nishiyama Zoo
Zoo
Red pandas, brown-eared pheasants & other rare or endangered fauna in Nishiyama Park's hillside zoo.
4.40 (728 reviews)
19
Fuji-Q Highland
Amusement park
Amusement park with huge roller coasters, haunted-theme rides & a kids' area, plus shops & cafes.
4.30 (20.3K reviews)