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View Gallery- Nishimatsumoto-eki (railroad station), 750m
- Matsumoto Castle (castle), 1.6km
10 minutes on bus from JR Niigata Station bound for Shinano-machi Hamaura-cho, get off at Furumachi and 5 minutes walk. 10 minutes by taxi from JR Niigata Station.. 30 minutes by car from Niigata-Nishi I.C., Hokuriku Expressway via Niigata Bypass 20 minutes from Sakuragi IC
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.