Matsumae 松前

The city of cherry trees

 

Located at the tip of Cape Shirakami in the far south of Hokkaido, the ancient castle town of Matsumae occupied a strategic position during the Edo period (1603-1868). We visit it today for its cherry blossoms.

 


Address, timetable & access

  • Address

  • Timetable

    Matsumae is connected by buses from Kikonai Station (1h30, 7 buses per day). There are also 3 direct buses a day from Hakodate and Matsumae stations. Get off at the Matsushiro stop (松代), very close to the castle.

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