Matsumae(松前)

How to enjoy Matsumae-jo seeing Sakura festival in April, The Most Northern Castle in Japan

Matsumae Castle is located in Matsumae Town, the southernmost part of Hokkaido, facing Aomori Prefecture across the Tsugaru Strait. In 2015, the new H

How to walk in Matsumae

Matsumae (松前) is one of the oldest towns in Hokkaido, historically ruled by the Matsumae clan (松前藩) before the Meiji era. Upon arriving in Matsumae

Matsumae Edo Village: Step Back into Old Matsumae

Discover the allure of historic Matsumae at this Edo-era theme park. Featuring 14 accessible buildings, visitors can indulge in kimono dress-up (fo