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Matsumoto
A highland city at an elevation of 600 meters in the center of the Japanese archipelago, Matsumoto consistently ranks as one of the easiest places to live and the most desirable tourist destinations. Its relaxing and invigorating setting combines beautiful, endearing nature with comprehensive convention facilities. The Matsumoto Tourism & Convention Association coordinates facilities, people, and information for conventions held in the city, offering support and cooperation at every stage—from planning to execution— to help organizers achieve successful events.
Access
Sapporo Okadama Airport> Shinshu Matsumoto Airport: Approx. 105 min. by plane
Fukuoka Airport> Shinshu Matsumoto Airport: Approx. 85 min. by plane
Shinjuku Station> Matsumoto Station: 150 min. by train (JR Chuo Main Line)
Nagoya Station> Matsumoto Station: 120 min. by train (JR Chuo Main Line)
Osaka Station> Matsumoto Station: 190 min. by train (JR Tokaido Shinkansen, Chuo Main Line)
Tokyo> Matsumoto: 160 min. by car (Chuo Expressway & Nagano Expressway)
Nagoya> Matsumoto: 150 min. by car (Chuo Expressway & Nagano Expressway)
Osaka> Matsumoto: 270 min. by car (Meishin, Chuo, & Nagano Expressway)
Venues overview
| Facility | Rooms | |
| Hotel | 42 | 3,677 |
| Ryokan | 168 | 2,870 |
| Total | 210 | 6,547 |
Pre-/Post-Convention Programs
- Kamikochi
The irresistible Japanese hometown feel is a trademark of the Shinshu region.
Explore museums and art galleries that reveal the rich history and culture of Matsumoto Castle and its castle town.
Take a stroll through the scenic resorts of Kamikochi to the west and the Utsukushigahara Highlands to the east, or
enjoy a day trip to the hot springs at Asama and Utsukushigahara.
Support Programs for Convention
| Support for bidding process | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Type of Support | Availability | |
| Site inspection | Arranging an inspection trip for site selection | Yes | |
| Support for hosting/preparation | |||
| Category | Type of Support | Availability | |
| PR | Support for encouraging participation in the event | Yes | |
| Supporting other PR activities | Yes | ||
| Conference and event preparation | Providing information on PCOs, travel agencies and event management companies | Yes | |
| Providing information on reception venues (including unique venues) | Yes | ||
| Providing information on related programs (local attractions, traditional performing arts, post-convention programs, sightseeing and hands-on experiences with Japanese culture for persons accompanying conference participants) | Yes | ||
| Providing tourism information | Yes | ||
| Conference and event operation | Arranging reception venues (including unique venues) | Yes | |
| Arranging volunteers | N/A | ||
| Setting up an information desk | N/A | ||
| Providing maps/guidebooks for participants | Yes | ||
| Arranging shuttle buses | Yes | ||
| Providing convention bags | Yes | ||
| Hospitality | Welcome posters and digital signage | Yes | |
| Welcome message by the head of the local government | N/A | ||
| Providing discount tickets to tourist facilities | Yes | ||
| Providing discounts on public transportation | N/A | ||
| Dispatching tourism ambassadors | N/A | ||
| Related programs | Making arrangements for attractions and traditional performing arts | Yes | |
| Making arrangements for post-convention programs | Yes | ||
| Making arrangements for sightseeing and hands-on experiences of Japanese culture for persons accompanying conference participants | Yes | ||
| Arranging tour interpreters and guides | N/A | ||
Support Programs for Incentive Travel
| Support for Planning Incentive Travel | |
|---|---|
| Type of Support | Availability |
| Site inspection support (provision of accommodation, food, tourist activities) | Yes |
| Creation of draft proposals, providing information | Yes |
| Financial and Logistical Support for Incentive Travel | |
| Type of Support | Availability |
| Accommodation | N/A |
| Airport transfer services | N/A |
| Welcome banners | Yes |
| Chartered transport (e.g. coaches) | Yes |
| Prepaid cards for public transport | N/A |
| Venues (MICE facilities, unique venues) | Yes |
| Event management services | N/A |
| Recruiting volunteers to assist at events | N/A |
| Excursions, technical visits etc. | N/A |
| Attractions, entertainment etc. | Yes |
| Experience programs | N/A |
| Local cuisine, traditional cuisine | N/A |
| Greeting at airport or station | N/A |
| Greeting or welcome letter from local government head | N/A |
| Travel brochures | Yes |
| Discount coupons | Yes |
| Giveaways | Yes |
