Asama Onsen Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Matsumoto Castle

Matsumoto Castle

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Find out about the history of Matsumoto with a stop at Matsumoto Castle. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.

Matsumoto Castle
Kappa Bridge

Kappa Bridge

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Kappa Bridge is just one of the places to see in Matsumoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

Kappa Bridge
Matsumoto Performing Arts Center

Matsumoto Performing Arts Center

Get tickets for a show at Matsumoto Performing Arts Center, a theatre with a story to tell in Matsumoto. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.

Matsumoto Performing Arts Center
Alps Park Matsumoto

Alps Park Matsumoto

Alps Park Matsumoto is just one of the places to see in Matsumoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.

Alps Park Matsumoto
Matsumoto City Museum of Art

Matsumoto City Museum of Art

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Matsumoto City Museum of Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Matsumoto. Take in the museums and waterfalls in this walkable area.

Matsumoto City Museum of Art
Kamikochi Visitor Center

Kamikochi Visitor Center

Explore the great outdoors at Kamikochi Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Matsumoto. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

Kamikochi Visitor Center

Activities

Matsumoto Castle Town Walking Tour

Matsumoto Castle Town Walking Tour

AU$98
per adult
Matsumoto Castle Town Walking Tour
From Matsumoto/Nagano: Nakasendo Trail Walking Tour

From Matsumoto/Nagano: Nakasendo Trail Walking Tour

AU$293
per adult
From Matsumoto/Nagano: Nakasendo Trail Walking Tour
Matsumoto Castle Tour & Samurai Experience

Matsumoto Castle Tour & Samurai Experience

AU$134
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Matsumoto Castle Tour & Samurai Experience
Matsumoto Castle

Matsumoto Discovery - Half Day Walking Tour

AU$98
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Matsumoto Discovery - Half Day Walking Tour
Matsumoto Castle Tour & Samurai Experience

Matsumoto Castle Tour & Samurai Experience

AU$134
per adult
Matsumoto Castle Tour & Samurai Experience
Wasabi Farm Walking Tour & Lunch

Wasabi Farm Walking Tour & Lunch

AU$103
per adult
Wasabi Farm Walking Tour & Lunch
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Our pick of the best Asama Onsen Hotel Deals

Yumotoya

Yumotoya

3 out of 5
1-29-15 Asamaonsen, Matsumoto, Nagano
The price is AU$202 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$202
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 3-star ryokan in Matsumoto. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Matsumoto Castle and Asama Hot ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (53 reviews)
Nice Riokan
"Food was excellent and staff were very friendly and helpful, although didn't speak much english. The only downside was the facility was a bit worn -stained carpets, peeling wallpaper, and musty smell"

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025

Yumotoya
Hoshino Resorts KAI Matsumoto

Hoshino Resorts KAI Matsumoto

4 out of 5
1-31-1 Asama Onsen, Matsumoto, Nagano-ken
Stay at this 4-star spa ryokan in Matsumoto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Matsumoto Castle and Asama Hot Spring are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
"Loved the live music in the evening. The performance was amazing."

Reviewed on 2 June 2025

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Hoshino Resorts KAI Matsumoto
THE CELECTON Matsumoto

THE CELECTON Matsumoto

3 out of 5
1-3-38 Josei, Matsumoto, Nagano
The price is AU$80 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$80
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Matsumoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)
"The room was lovely and more spacious than others we’ve stayed at. Staff was wonderful and the breakfast buffet had a nice variety of foods, Japanese curry, rice, scrambled eggs, sausage as well as croissants with butter and jam, pain au chocolat and the coffee was good 😊"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

THE CELECTON Matsumoto
Dormy Inn Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring

Dormy Inn Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring

3 out of 5
2-2-1 Fukashi, Matsumoto, Nagano
The price is AU$157 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$157
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Matsumoto. Enjoy free WiFi, hot springs on site, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (939 reviews)
"Below average by Dormy Inn's own standards. Great onsen as usual, but breakfast below par. The in-room motion-activated overhead light has to go!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Dormy Inn Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring
Toyoko Inn Matsumoto-eki Higashi-guchi

Toyoko Inn Matsumoto-eki Higashi-guchi

3 out of 5
1-1-4 Fukashi, Matsumoto, Nagano
The price is AU$108 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
AU$108
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Matsumoto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Matsumoto Castle and Matsumoto Timepiece ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (398 reviews)
"Convenient location. Happy that we can do laundry there. Breakfast surprisingly offers a good variety."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Toyoko Inn Matsumoto-eki Higashi-guchi
Iroha Grand Hotel

Iroha Grand Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1-14-9, Chuo, Matsumoto, Nagano
The price is AU$128 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$128
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Matsumoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (406 reviews)
"Great location close to station, restaurants, shopping street AND not least, Matsumoto castle. Room very compact. All inch of space functional. Great size bathroom, powerful shower n washing products. Offer free sample of soup or ice cream... bring it on! Slept like a log."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Iroha Grand Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Asama Onsen

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Kaichi

While Kaichi isn't home to many top sights, Matsumoto Castle and Matsumoto Castle Black Gate are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kaichi
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Tsukama

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tsukama and surrounding area, you can visit Matsumoto City Museum of Art and Matsumoto Performing Arts Center.

Tsukama
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Sasabe

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sasabe and surrounding area, you can visit Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and Matsumoto Timepiece Museum.

Sasabe
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Wadamachi

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wadamachi and surrounding area, you can visit Kametaya Sake Brewery and Japan Ukiyo-e Museum.

Wadamachi
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Niimura

When in Niimura, you can plan a visit to Kametaya Sake Brewery and Japan Ukiyo-e Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Niimura

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