The site of Matsushiro Castle
Nagano Prefecture Hokushin Area
Matsushiro castle was built by Takeda Shingen as a strategic point for the Battle of the Kawanamajima. During the Edo period, it was a residence castle of the Sanada Clan. The castle wall, moat, and stone fences have been reproduced. It is also known as a scenic spot for cherry blossoms in the spring.
Address
Tono-machi, Matsushiro-machi, Nagano city
Access (nearest railway station)
35 minutes by bus from Nagano station on JR Hokuriku (Nagano) Shinkansen Line/5 minutes from Nagano IC on Joshin-etsu Expressway
Parking
Parking for 23 passenger cars/ 7 large-sized buses
Official website
http://www.city.nagano.nagano.jp/
Inquiries
Nagano Tourism Convention Bureau 026-223-6050