Matsumoto Castle is one of the most beautiful castles of the classical Japanese style and colorful figure Hiradzhiro because it is built on a plain, and not in the mountains.
The main tower of the castle Matsumoto and a second smaller tower were built from 1592 to 1614. Both towers were well protected as in Japan at that time was quite restless
In 1635, when gradually disappeared all military threat was finished third tower to observe the moon. This tower of the castle was only partially protected, need for strong defensive fortifications were no longer
Matsumoto Castle is one of four castles in the list, "National Treasures of Japan." It is the oldest of the four Japanese castles, and the most popular among tourists
Because of the elegant black roof Matsumoto Castle is sometimes called Crow Castle
The castle is very low ceilings and antique staircase leading to the halls in which are on display armor and weapons Sengoku period, when Matsumoto was built
The narrow wooden windows, once used by archers, providing amazing views of the Japanese mountains, the city of Matsumoto and snow-white swans, circling in the moat encircling the castle
Every summer here Takigino hold festivals and Taiki, the city is also famous for its flowering cherry trees blooming in Apri
Matsumoto is held in the autumn moon festival, when opening the tower, from where you can watch the moon. Moon is very good, both in heaven and in the reflection on the water and a cup of sake, which will certainly accompany the ritual observation of the moon
It should also be noted that this is the best preserved castle Japanese - he kept almost in its original form. Other castles were destroyed in battles during earthquakes, or just did not stand the test of time
Around Matsumoto defeated a huge park roses, these flowers are very popular in Japan, from which originate