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Manu
Manu
over 9 years ago
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I am confused to cover this as a day trip from Tokyo or make my base on previous day at Matsumoto.

I am considering a day trip possibility from Tokyo, to save a day. But if I do this trip from Tokyo using JR Pass, can you advice me what time I have to start from Tokyo and what time I will be able to reach back.

My alternate plan is to stay at matsumoto on previous day and start at 8 AM next day for this trip.

Please let me know what time I have to start earliest from tokyo and if this day trip is recommended at all.

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Daniel-san
19375 posts
over 9 years ago
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Hi there,

You can user the Azusa and Super Azusa ltd express trains between Tokyo and Matsumoto using the JR Pass. This is a scenic and comfortable ride. The train terminates at Shinjuku station, which is a great place to start exploring Tokyo. Still it is 3 hours each way, so leave early to get the most time in Tokyo. You could then take a train back at 7 or 8.

Hope this helps,
Daniel

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