About this location: Kobo Mountain Tumulus
Kobo Mountain Tumulus in Matsumoto is one of eastern Japan's oldest «zenpo-koho-fun» keyhole-style burial mounds (built late 3rd century). Sitting at 650 m on Mt. Kobo's summit, about 4,000 cherry trees burst into bloom in mid-April. The summit panorama of Matsumoto city and the Northern Alps — snow-capped peaks framed by cherry blossoms — is one of Matsumoto's finest spring views.
Key features
- Among Eastern Japan's Oldest Keyhole Tombs — 66 m long, late-3rd-century, National Historic Site, key archaeological evidence
- About 4,000 Cherry Trees at the Summit — Yoshino and yamazakura at peak bloom in mid-April, overlooking Matsumoto
- Northern Alps Panorama — the ridges of Mt. Norikura, the Hotaka Range, and Mt. Jonen; the canonical shot frames them through cherry blossoms
- Morning «Alpenglow» — at sunrise the Alps blush pink; combined with cherry blossoms, the peak photographic moment
- Trail (15–20 min) — from the bus stop on foot via a maintained trail, accessible even for families
