The One about the “Matsumoto, Matsumoto” jingle at JR Matsumoto Station has been revived after ending last November due to popular demand.

The One about the “Matsumoto, Matsumoto” jingle at JR Matsumoto Station has been revived after ending last November due to popular demand.

“Matsumoto!” is back! The distinctive announcement that was so popular at JR Matsumoto Station (Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture) will be played in the free passageway starting May 1st. The familiar voice will once again welcome people. (Broadcast April 28, 2026)

That famous announcement is coming back! The arrival announcement at JR Matsumoto Station, which has been a familiar sound for approximately 40 years, will be revived in the station’s east-west pedestrian passageway starting in May. (Broadcast April 28, 2026)