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Former Kaichi School

Former Kaichi School · 旧開智学校校舎

Former Kaichi School combines Western-style school architecture with traditional Japanese materials. Examine front-facing angels and dragons, then walk the wooden corridors inside. See both exterior and interior old school architecture.

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Visitor information

Address

長野県松本市開智2-4-12

2-4-12 Kaichi, Matsumoto City, Nagano, 390-0876, Japan

Map location

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Admission

General admission: on-site ¥700; individual electronic ticket ¥600, applying from high-school age. Elementary/junior high students ages 6–15 ¥300; younger children free. Adult castle/Former Kaichi School electronic combined ticket ¥1,600, valid for two days. Choose a castle entry time when buying the combined ticket.

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Opening hours

09:00–17:00, last admission 16:30. Closures vary by season; read guidance below and your visit-date official calendar together.

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What to see at Former Kaichi School

Front-facing angel/dragon sculptures and wooden corridors

The front has angel/dragon sculptures; inside are wooden corridors. Examine front decorations and interiors for architecture combining a Western-style exterior with traditional materials.

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How to get to Former Kaichi School

Walk approximately twenty-five minutes on foot from Matsumoto Station. Address: 開智2-4-12. From 10 October 2026, use the northwest entrance and ticket office, following on-site signs.

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Get directions

Visiting tips

Use the northwest entrance from 10 October 2026

With site passage construction finished, the entrance and ticket office move to the northwest corner from 10 October 2026. Follow on-site signs to the new entrance.

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Change into indoor footwear and use stairs

Change into indoor footwear at the entrance; stairs connect floors 1 and 2. Consider your group's ability to use stairs before choosing interior admission.

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Seasonal Tuesday closures

Closed the third Tuesday March–November, every Tuesday December–February, or the next day if a public holiday. Also closed 29 December–3 January. Match your dates with the official closure calendar.

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Questions about Former Kaichi School

Does Former Kaichi School's interior require stairs?

Yes. Stairs connect floors 1 and 2. If stairs are difficult, check official facility guidance before choosing an interior visit and consider the front exterior.