Matsushiro, Nagano

Matsushiro (Japanese: 松代) was a historically important town in Hanishina District, Nagano Prefecture, Japan.

In the Meiji period of the latter half of the 19th century, there was a thriving silk industry there and the area was known for its Matsushiro ware.

[1] During the last days of World War II, Matsushiro Underground Imperial Headquarters was built in the caves of the near-by mountain.

[2] About three kilometers south on Prefectural Road 35 (長野県道35号長野真田線) from Nagano Station of Hokuriku Shinkansen, Shinetsu Main Line and Shinano Railway Line.

About one kilometer south on Prefectural Road 35 from Nagano Interchange (長野インターチェンジ) of Jōshin-etsu Expressway.

Matsushiro Castle Remains
A traditional street in Matsushiro
Zozan Cave of the planned Imperial Headquarters is open for public