Tsukimi means “moon viewing”, and in Japan, gatherings are held to view the harvest moon—often in conjunction with harvest festivals. Enjoy beautiful Japanese melodies and traditional court music in the castle garden while enjoying a cup of green tea in the moonlight.
- Dates
- 13 Sep 2019 (Fri) to 16 Sep 2019 (Mon)
- Hours
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17:30 - 20:30 6 days before and after the full moon in September or October
- Admission
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The castle garden is open free of charge from 17:30-20:30 only during the festival. (The castle tower is closed.)
Tea ceremony (500 yen a person)
- Contact
- Matsumoto Castle Office 0263-32-2902
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Matsumoto Castle
- TRAIN
- 15 min walk from Matsumoto Sta
- BUS
- Get off at the Matsumotojo, Shiyakushomae (city hall) bus stop of the Town Sneaker Bus
- CAR
- 15 min from Matsumoto Interchange