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Updated • updatedOct 7, 2025
Updated • updatedOct 7, 2025
Many of us love traveling on the Wanderlog team, so naturally we’re always on the hunt to find the most popular spots anytime we travel somewhere new. With favorites like Matsuyama Castle, No.51 Ishite Temple, and Dogo Onsen Main Building and more, get ready to experience the best places in Matsuyama.
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Castle
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Matsuyama Castle, a restored 17th-century castle, is located 4km from Matsuyama's city center and can be accessed by chairlift, cable car, or on foot. The castle sits atop a small mountain and offers stunning views of the city and the Seto Inland Sea. It has remained intact since the Edo era, making it one of the oldest castles in Japan.
One of the more successful castles I've visited. Not crowded, very pleasant, stunning view! You can go up or down on foot or by cable car. Inside the castle there is a period museum. The wooden structure is very impressive!
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It’s an especially magical spot during sakura (cherry blossom) season. The castle grounds are surrounded by blooming cherry trees, creating a picture-perfect scene that feels straight out of a postcard. Whether you're into history, nature, or photography, this place has something special to offer.
After exploring, there’s also a charming little ice cream shop nearby that’s perfect for a sweet break. Their local flavors are refreshing and delicious — a nice treat to enjoy while taking in the scenery.
This was a terrific castle visit. Great access to all areas for the public and lots of English signage to explain in good detail what we are looking at. Splendid views of the area from the top of the castle. Loved the chairlift ride up the hill., even though there were no safety bars! Children over six are allowed on the chairlift but there is also a gondola if you have less risk appetite for your children!
Nice castle if you’re interested in these historic buildings and you have a day in Matsuyama. The chair lift up was the highlight for me.
Lots of steep stairs and ladders so be careful and they have slippers to use if you like but I find they make it harder to go up/down stairs. Great views from the castle onto the city.
An amazing castle, a lot of history and so interesting how it was designed, a lot of information and detail inside, the steps are extremely steep so anyone with walking difficults or issues with heights should avoid going inside.
Even though there will be a get in and get out feeling, try to take it in, imagine what it would have been like to have been in the castle during the Edo period.
Very interesting to also see the change in fighting style with the introduction of guns.
When you are in Matsuyama this Castle is a must see. However, be aware you will have to climb steep steps. Or you can take the access road to the bottom of the gondola. There is an enclosed gondola that runs every 10 minutes. Or you have a continuous single person chairlift. The chairlift is for the brave at heart.
This castle is one of my favourites in all of Japan. It has incredible 360 views of the city and the balance of catching the chair lift up and pleasant walk down is great. There are loads of cafes and restaurants nearby at the base and it is only a couple of minutes walk from the main street (buses , trams etc). A must see if you're visiting Matsuyama
Excellent castle, very well restored and with lots of information boards. Great views of the city and beyond from the towers. Allow a couple of hours to take in all the information and enjoy the views.
1 Marunouchi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0008, Japan•
Buddhist temple
Sights & Landmarks
Place of worship
Sacred & Religious Sites
Ishiteji Temple is a captivating Buddhist temple located in Matsuyama, known for its renowned gate, pagodas, and intricate network of caves and tunnels. As the 51st stop on the 88 Shikoku Pilgrimage temples, it is filled with hidden treasures waiting to be discovered.
A Historical Shrine well-known as National treasure. It looks famous as a pilgrimage. The unique feature of the temple is its 160 meter long cave...
It is found that people donates ichi Yen inside the cave and at the front gate...
The renovation work is almost at the end...So you can keep it in your list...
Just besides the temple there is a place of nice deities...
Subasish — Google review
This is a large complex of smaller shrines. If you're in. Matsuyama, you should definitely paid a visit. He'll encounter some pilgrims as this is number 51 of 88 temples to visit in the country. There are also two caves or tunnels that are well worth exploring.
The 51st temple of the 88 Shikoku pilgrimage temple, and known as the national treasure. Admission to the temple is free. At the entrance leading to the temple compound, be sure to look up to the ceiling to appreciate the amazing ancient wooden structure. There are a lot to see in this temple, many parts of the temple to view and appreciate its beauty in it’s ancient space. We spent an-hour here which is clearly not sufficient to explore and really enjoy this treasure. We also managed to stroll through the underground tunnel - a 160-meter-long cave, there are ancient statues are seen displayed along this cave. At the end of long-cave (from the temple compound) you will meet a n ancient stone statue which act like a door for the long-cave and a modern tarred road. During our visit here, people in their white Japanese pilgrimage attire are seen doing their pilgrimage stops to do their worshipping. There’s another dark ‘cave’ to explore - go in calmly and feel the peacefulness while walking through it. At the other side of the temple, you will huge modern statues of various Buddhas. There’s a museum within this buddhist temple compound which housed more than 1,000 treasures, admission is 200 yen (at point of writing this). When opportunity permits, we will surely come back again to this beautiful treasure.
Pagoda under tarpaulin because it's being restored,the whole site is a mess. Paths are not cared for,most shrines are littered with bags of dead leaves, empty water bottles and you get a general feeling of an unkempt temple.
It's supposed to be a National treasure...
We found the 160 m tunnel with statues hidden away,no sign posts, quite spooky.
Some of the buildings are so rotten that they're held up on plastic craites to stop them collapsing.
The only reason to go is because it's number 51 and you are a pilgrim!
Enjoyed rustic, authentic temple. Beautiful quiet, pictures setting
A 700 year old temple with many experiences to try. They have many statues, Bhuddhist-art pieces and interesting buildings. One thing is a dark cave to help you reach a mindfulness state.
It's was a quiet place and all the pilgrim left from the ancient decades was still looking good, It's better place to come and visit for those who like to travel and explores different temple in Japan. It's easy to go in the place cause its just a long the way you just only ride a bus from the train station and stop at ishite temple ¥220.
I came in from the east side and came across lots of stone statues. It’s a bit of a mess in that end with cardboard boxes and everything looking a bit ill-kept. Lots of caves and strong smell of incense. Many little nooks and crannies to explore. Even four cats near the front entrance. No bathrooms.
2 Chome-9-21 Ishite, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0852, Japan•
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Onsen
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Historical landmark
Dogo Onsen Main Building is a traditional hot spring facility in Matsuyama, Japan, offering public baths, private rooms, and tea and snacks. Visitors can also take a ride on the Botchan Ressha, a small steam train that provides a unique way to explore the city's attractions. Dogo Onsen is one of Japan's oldest and most renowned hot springs, attracting visitors from around the world.
This onsen seems to be the one that inspired the onsen in spirited away. It seems like a location with a lot of history, even today it is a very busy onsen with people coming in and out every minute.
I did not take a bath here as it seems very crowded, it is a cold day and there are very few session for private baths per day. I probably only can go to the public bath house without reservation.
I imagine a hotel bathhouse will be less crowded than the one here and its already paid for. Public bathhouse 700 yen with yukata and towel its 2000 yen.
Even with the negatives, it is a very photo worthy place. I took some photo and left. There is a foot bath at the parking lot on top of a hill beside Dogo onsen. You can enjoy a nice view of the onsen from there as well.
Giving a 5 based just on experience outside, not sure about the insides. 🤞
Visited on 30 Mar 2025
De O — Google review
Dōgo Onsen is said to be one of the oldest hot springs in Japan, with a recorded history of around 3,000 years.
I visited on a Saturday around 3:00 PM. Maybe because it was an in-between time, it was relatively quiet, but by around 4:30 PM there was a long line. It might be a good idea to check the crowd situation at the entrance when buying your ticket and choose your plan accordingly.
Be sure to walk all the way around the main building. Every angle shows a new charm.
🕊 The White Heron Legend of Dōgo Onsen
Long ago, a white heron with an injured leg bathed in the waters of Dōgo Onsen every day. Eventually, its wound healed, and the bird flew away healthy. People who saw this believed that the waters had mysterious healing powers, and that’s how Dōgo Onsen became widely known.
The water is quite hot, so it’s difficult to stay in for a long time. There is only one bath, so if you’re expecting a large modern spa, you might be disappointed. However, it’s highly recommended for those who want to enjoy the history, architecture, and the overall atmosphere of the town.
The parking lot had plenty of space for RVs as well.
Interesting shopping district with public bath houses hotels available. Many stores sold items from Japanese manufacturers. Towels store was very interesting! Go see the clockworks at the entrance on the hour for a cool show. Train station outside a Starbucks completes the experience.
One of the more historical and older ibsens in Japan, this place has a very traditional feel. Shoes come off before you enter and go into a locker. You can go in for a quick soak or combo it up with some snacks and relaxation on the second floor. Towels are provided for a small rental fee if you didn't bring in your own. I enjoyed my time at this onsen and found the staff very helpful. It does get busier during the day so an early visit is a good idea if you want to enjoy it with fewer people. Very peaceful and serene atmosphere.
This has been on my bucket list for some time now. Happy to say it’s now been accomplished. Went a little after 7:00pm on a Friday to avoid the worst of the crowds. Paid ¥700 as I brought my own onsen towel. You can rent a towel and yukata if you so wish.
The bath is historic and has recently undertaken a major renovation so it looks and feels grand.
Great experience at the Dogo Onsen. Even though the space was a bit crowded, it still was a great experience. The changing rooms were clean and well organized, and the bath was beautiful with unique tiles on the wall and a great center fountain where the hot water came out from.
Even if you're not interested in entering for an Onsen experience, the building is worth seeing from above.
I arrived at Dōgo Onsen around 7pm and the moment I stepped into the area, I could feel its rich history and charm. The iconic bathhouse was beautifully lit in the evening and creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
While I didn’t get to bathe myself due to the long queue, just being there and soaking in the ambiance was memorable. The architecture, the energy, and the tradition all make Dōgo Onsen a must-visit if you're in Matsuyama.
Must do in Matsuyama! I wish I could feel this relaxed every day. The basic plan is so cheap considering the significance of this place, just 700 yen. They have no issue with tattoos, even large ones are completely fine. There's lockers for your stuff, towels for rent, vending machine with drinks, no queue, you can basically walk in from the street. I just wish we came here after and not before cycling the Shimanami Kaido!
5-6 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan•
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Dogo Onsen, located in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture on Shikoku Island, Japan, is a must-visit destination. It is the oldest hot spring in Japan and has been frequented by emperors, including the imperial family who had their private baths there until 1970. A visit to Dogo Onsen Honkan is highly recommended for a unique and historical bathing experience.
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Bansuisō is a stunning French-style mansion built in the early 1900s by Earl Hisamatsu Sadakoto, a descendant of Matsuyama's former feudal lord. The mansion showcases French Neo-Renaissance architecture, reflecting Sadakoto's time as a military officer in France. It hosts exhibitions of paintings, hanging scrolls, and traditional arts, offering visitors an artistic experience. Unlike traditional Japanese buildings, Bansuisō stands out with its gothic French style.
Our stroll beneath Matsuyama Castle led us to Bansuisō, an unexpected gem tucked amid the city’s bustle. Built in 1922 for Count Hisamatsu—who spent 15 years in France—the villa exudes European Romanticism with a distinctive blend of Neo-Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles.
Entering through a modest gate and winding up a leafy path, we found ourselves in a charming forested courtyard. The exterior details are stunning: Corinthian columns at the entrance, a steep natural slate roof topped with copper, and even gold coins once melted into the lightning rod!
Inside, the rooms are modest in size but rich in character. Moldings, chandeliers, fireplaces—all beautifully preserved—create that vintage Parisian-meets-Japan ambiance. We climbed to the second floor (a small fee), and from the balcony, the villa looked like a dollhouse nestled in leafy surroundings—great for photos.
Though parts of the villa function as exhibition space today, what captivated us most was the timeless serenity, which is probably why it hosts music recitals, art exhibits, and even weddings. The basement restroom, updated with Victorian elegance yet modern comfort, was an unexpected delight.
If you love architecture, history, or just peaceful hideaways, Bansuisō is worth a visit—especially after wandering the castle grounds. It’s a quiet slice of European-style elegance without leaving Matsuyama.
Gator — Google review
I just have a look around and take some quick photos...
The Japanese rickshaw- traditional Japanese two-wheeled cart pulled by a person... Kept infront... Nice place for taking a clips to be remembered
Upon arriving at the venue, I was immediately struck by the building's pristine and well-maintained exterior. Its façade hinted at a rich history and promised a journey back in time, setting high expectations for what lay inside. Imagining rooms adorned with artifacts, I was eager to immerse myself in the treasures of yesteryears.
However, as I ventured further, I was met with a series of stark, empty rooms. The absence of original furnishings was palpable, leaving spaces that felt more like vacuous echoes rather than hallowed halls of history. Instead of the rich tapestry of items from the past, the rooms were bereft of significant memorabilia, creating a dissonance between the building's exterior promise and its interior reality.
A handful of rooms did offer a semblance of the past, displaying photographs from Japanese dramas and historical posters. These glimpses, though intriguing, couldn't compensate for the overall emptiness.
In the end, what I had hoped would be a prolonged journey of discovery was reduced to a brief 15-minute tour. The place, while holding traces of its illustrious past, sadly feels like a mere shadow, a shell of its once grand self.
It’s a unique thing to see in Japan and can be toured in about 30 minutes. They don’t have any brochures or signs in other languages though so if you can’t read Japanese you have to use your phone to read signs or you won’t get much out of it
Very outstanding architect in the middle of the forest. This white French style castle is hard to miss even though it’s not a castle. It used to be a house for a very powerful governor who actually was titled in a royal rank. The look of this architect is good enough to attract visitors’ eyes but not recommended to buy a ticket to have a tour inside of it. There is nothing that much to have a look. However when we got there some exhibition was going on the first floor with a theme of gothic. It was pretty interesting to have a look. I guess there’s occasionally this type of free exhibition hosted here.
(+) Beautiful garden area
(+) Gazebo has a “othello ” table for people to play.
(+) Great location for pictures
(+) Unique European architecture
(+) Wide variety of events & exhibitions every month
(+) Beautiful woodwork & stained glass windows inside.
(-) If you’re not interested in the exhibition, or there aren’t any events when you visit, it may not be worth the admission ticket to the house.
It was closed when I visited. But I take a chance to spot outside the building. It was amazing to me with its classical decorations. The surrounding environment is also enjoyable and worth dropping by for a picture.
Historic old European style building. Small and not a lot to see inside, but the building itself is impressive from the outside.
3 Chome-3-7 Ichibancho, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0001, Japan•
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Shinto shrine
Sights & Landmarks
Sacred & Religious Sites
Isaniwa Shrine is a striking red shrine adorned with gold leaf detailing and sculptures, offering stunning city views and accessed by steep stone steps. Believed to have been constructed over 1,000 years ago, this significant shrine has a rich history in Matsuyama City. Originally built after Emperor Chuai's visit to Dogo Onsen, it was later relocated and reconstructed in the style of Kyoto's Iwashimizu Hachiman Shrine by lord Sadanaga Matsudaira.
I love how steep the stairs are up to this shrine! I would love to see this area covered in the snow, but the view this spring was also pretty spectacular. If you’re in the area, take an e tea hike and kill a few more calories! The shrine is pretty cool, and the walk up is great. Be careful in the rain—the steps are not perfectly even!
Mary — Google review
Months had passed since the heartbreak, and now I found myself standing at the gates of Isaniwa Shrine. My ex-girlfriend, her cousin, her sister, and I were in Japan for a vacation, a trip that was supposed to bring us closer together. But instead, it became a journey of personal healing for me.
Isaniwa Shrine, with its ancient presence and deep spiritual energy, stood as a symbol of strength and serenity. Nestled on the gentle hills of Matsuyama, the shrine’s architecture was magnificent, with its red-painted wooden structures that blended harmoniously into the natural landscape. The stone pathways leading to the main hall felt like steps taken through centuries of history. I could almost feel the weight of tradition and the countless prayers offered here over the centuries.
The shrine was dedicated to several deities, including Emperor Chūai and Empress Jingū. It had been established over 1,800 years ago, and the peaceful surroundings made it a perfect place for reflection. The air felt different here still, yet full of reverence, as if time itself paused at the gates.
It had all started when she left me for someone else someone I had helped, supported, and believed in. The betrayal had hurt deeply, but standing here in the serenity of the shrine, I realized I no longer felt that same sharp pain. The anger had faded. I wasn’t angry at her, or him, anymore. I had let go.
As I stood there, looking around at the beauty and peace of the temple, I thought about how life can change unexpectedly. I realized that, although it hurt in the past, I truly wanted them both to find happiness. I hoped she and the guy would have the life they were searching for a life filled with joy, love, and fulfillment. The pain of loss had turned into a quiet acceptance, a sense of letting go of the past and wishing them well, even if it wasn’t with me.
The peaceful sound of the wind rustling through the trees and the distant chime of the shrine bell filled me with a calm I had long forgotten. I understood now that healing wasn’t about holding on to old wounds or seeking revenge it was about moving forward with peace in your heart.
I didn’t want anyone else to experience the pain I had gone through, but I knew that life had its own way of unfolding. I prayed, not for answers or to go back to what was, but for strength to continue my journey. I prayed for the courage to move forward with an open heart, ready for whatever lay ahead.
As I stood in front of the honden (main hall), surrounded by the tranquility of the shrine grounds, I felt a quiet sense of hope. I didn’t have all the answers, but I knew I was okay now. I had healed. And with that, I took the first steps into a new chapter one of hope, self-love, and acceptance, knowing that sometimes, letting go is the greatest form of love.
A shrine that is located in the area, and it was near my hotel. I went for a visit, completed my prayer, and purchased some charms. There is a parking lot besides the shrine main building up on the hill. There is also a stairway you may take to walk up to the shrine, be very careful thou since it's quite steep and uneven.
Love the stairs up
Good for training.
133 steps
Lots of high slope stairs so be careful! But if you enter from the back side with your car it's easier. From the top of the Shrine, you will get a nice view of Dogo Onsen area.
Climb up the steps to reach the shrine. Not much to see in this shrine
(+) Beautifully and conveniently located in the Dogo Onsen area
(+) About a 5 minute walk from Dogo Onsen station (Iyotestsu)
(+) Vibrant, bold, colorful shrine
(+) Shrine has wraparound walkway that offers a 360 degree view of main hall
(+) Popular place for Hatsumode (Visiting the shrine for New Year’s)
(+) Plenty of souvenirs, good luck charms, and keepsakes available for sale
(+) Gorgeous view of the city front the top of the stairs
(-) Steps leading up to shrine are uneven and slippery when wet. Descending can be tricky if you’re afraid of heights. Chain link available in center to hold on to, but no rail
(-) Staircase not suitable for strollers (baby car) or wheel chairs
Isaniwa Shrine, believed to be more than 1000 years old Shinto shrine. It is one of the three major shrines with Hachiman-zukuri architectural styles and is designated an Important Cultural Property.
Just a few minutes walk from the historical Dogo Onsen main building.
A 135 stone steps to reach the top :-).
173 Sakuradanicho, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0838, Japan•
Museum
History museum
Specialty Museums
The Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum is located in Matsuyama City, and features exhibits relating to the novel Clouds Over the Slope by Ryotaro Shiba. The museum presents information about Yoshifuru Akiyama and Saneyuki Akiyama brothers, who are the main characters from the book. The building was designed by world-famous architect Tadao Ando.
Beautiful building by Tadao Ando. I enjoyed exploring the building’s hallways/corridors that wrap around it. Exhibition halls are lit by natural light too!
Most exhibits are in Japanese.
Gilbert G — Google review
A good number of Historical collections decorated and organised in a systematic manner...
Everything is in Japanese...
I found the facilities of using headphones recording in English costing 100 en but I didn’t use it...
The design of the building is unique...
It was a wonderful building designed by Tadao Ando. I visited in the morning, and I was able to have a cup of coffee quietly. There was another exhibition going on inside the building. If you want to visit the cafe, you can go into the building and go to the left.
If not a fan of Saka no Ue no Kumo, or not so interested in Japan modern history, you may skip this museum. As a buidling desigend by Tadao Ando, it is typical but not outstanding.
I can’t read Japanese. But the architecture here is something you can’t miss. The whole building is a concrete triangular prism. The centre piece is the long concrete staircase. There is another spectacular installation. Go to 2/F or 3/F. There is a balcony facing Bansuiso. The glass installed below the handrail is styled with ripples. I looked from inside the museum towards Banduiso. The glass looked like a pond with ripples. Above the “pond”, it was Bansuiso and the greenery. I don’t think this is not meticulously planned.
What a nice museum ! so very like Japanese !!
Simple and elegant ~~
And the name of the museum means “ a cloud over the hill “ Don’t you think it’s such a charming name? Just the name of it definitely attracts me
I was surprised this is a work of Ando Tadao who is one of my favorite world wide famous architecture we didn’t plan to visit this museum however it’s on the way to Bansuiso
It’s a very interesting building ,also very early work of Ando Tadao. We didn’t mind to drop by to have a look . There’s a small cafe inside of museum. No charge to have a look and you can have a sip of Japanese tea while you are admiring this museum
Incredible , a museum dedicated to the novel Saka no Ue no Kumo by Ryotaro Shiba. The setting is in the Meiji era, depicts the lives of brothers Yoshifuru and Saneyuki Akiyama, and Shiki Masaoka, who all came from Matsuyama.
you have to know the japanese literature to enjoy the museum
3 Chome-20 Ichibancho, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0001, Japan•
Local history museum
Museums
History Museums
The Shiki Museum in Matsuyama is dedicated to the influential poet Masaoka Shiki, known as the godfather of modern haiku. Born in 1867, he revived the popularity of Japan's famed poetry style and paved the way for a new wave of poets. The museum houses extensive historical artifacts and exhibits related to Shiki's life and his contribution to Japanese poetry. Visitors can explore his literary legacy through English audio guides and also visit the gift shop.
There’s a machine which you can use to make your own haikus! You have to know Japanese though.
Esja S — Google review
This museum was just a lot of big posters showing various events in Natsume Sozeki's life. It didn't have much else to offer. I was pretty disappointed in the museum. For the price of admission, I was expecting to see more.
The English guide had 21 descriptions of a part of the exhibit. 25,000 poems in such a short life. 500 yen includes audio guide. Spent about 45 minutes. It is worth a visit as it is really well done.
A museum dedicated to a lone literary genius who had a lifelong impact on Japan. I visited this place and bought a complete collection of Japanese haiku and started reading it.
One of the must visit place of Matsuyama, even if you are not a Masaoka Shiki fan. It houses lots of information about Shiki. Besides, it also has an interesting exhibition about the history of Matsuyama. If you are history lover, make sure you visit here. Its very close to Dogo hot spring and also houses a gift shop with lots of book options and other gifts. Highly recommended.
Very nice miseum about he haiku poet. Unfortunately difficult gor people non able to read Japanese, little english tranalation.
An interesting museum with lovely staff. There is some English signage, but I recommend getting the audio guide for an extra 100 yen for the best experience.
Seeing how undeterred Shiki was in the face of his sickness; and the many achievements of his even within his not too long lifetime was inspiring
1-30 Dogokoen, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0857, Japan•
Park
Archaeological site
Historical landmark
Dogo Park, located just a short walk south of Dogo Onsen, is a lush green space with a rich history. The park's undulating ground leads up to the site of the former Yuzuki Castle, which stood until 1585.
I recommend taking a walk in the park after onsen. You can take a walk while walking slowly through the entire park in one hour. It's not crowded, so you can take a quiet walk. However, there are many stairs in the park, so it would be better for elderly adults to take a walk on the outside road. If you take a walk at sunset, you can see a wonderful view.
Juyeol R — Google review
Great Park, totally free, there is a playground area very large. There are a lot of bathrooms and there is maps around indicating where they are.
The observatory is great and has a perfect sunset view. The only problem is that in order to access it you must take stairs, which make it less accessible.
One great thing it has in its favour is the abscence of hostile architecture (one thing that i notice is very common in Japan unfortunatly). Hope they keep it this way, despite having no people living on the streets.
I’m the spring, Dogo park is the perfect spot for a picnic. There are many cherry trees, lanterns, and food stalls to keep you happy and entertained during the spring. The park can be pretty crowded, but it was rainy when we visited, so we got to experience the area with fewer people. If you’re in the area, make sure to take a walk around the park and enjoy all of the trees!
Went pass this park while walking to Dogo Onsen. There was a lot of people enjoying sakura here, picnic , taking photo and eating from street stalls.
There is a observatory here as well with great view of the surrounding areas. Not a must to visit but sakura is just too attractive to ignore haha.
Visited 30 Mar 2025
Absolutely gorgeous little park. Lots of birds, turtles and nice scenery to enjoy. We spent some wonderful hours here. Enjoyed watching a guy with a pigeon on a leash (!). Wildlife here seems to be quite the attraction, given the TV teams (!) competing with us amateurs for inner city wildlife and nature shots.
Absolutely beautiful park! It was a welcomed relief from the hot sun! Its not huge but there are stairs.
Spring season, we visited Dogo Onsen and Dogo Park. Its late afternoon already and a lot of tourist, but i find the place so magical, the 100year old dogo onsen building.
And the park is so solemn, theres a food booth on the area, where you can buy a food.
You need to pay for the parking area.
A must visit place..
I really liked this park. Sitting inside the hut shaped structure when it was raining reminded me a lot like Garden of Words Anime and it was very beautiful and green and relaxing. Best time is summers.
1 Dogokoen, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0857, Japan•
Day-use onsen
Onsen
Nestled in the charming city of Matsuyama, Dogo Onsen is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring this historical region. Renowned for its stunning architecture and rich history, this iconic hot spring offers a glimpse into Japan's past. While I couldn't indulge in a soak during my visit due to time constraints, the allure of its healing waters and the surrounding beauty left me yearning for more.
(Translated by Google) I arrived at 6am.
We had the place to ourselves.
The bath was a little hot, but the water was soft and I was able to stay in it for quite a long time.
Since it was early in the morning,
I was able to take my time and relax in it.
There is only one bath, so if you want to enjoy the atmosphere and make the most of your time, I recommend the morning bath.
I also used the rest area on the second floor, but since there was no one there, I was able to relax and take my time.
The tea, which was a little hotter than room temperature, and the sweets were
the best.
(Original)
朝6時に伺いました。
ほぼ貸し切り状態でした。
お風呂はやや熱めでしたが、お湯が柔らかく
まぁまぁ長く入れます。朝早いこともあり、
ゆったり、ゆっくり浸かることができます。
お風呂はひとつしかないので、雰囲気、時間を有意義に使いたい方は朝風呂をおすすめします。
2階の休憩所も利用しましたが、人がいないせいかまったり、ゆったりと休むことがでしましたよ。常温よりちょっと熱めのお茶とお茶菓子が
最高でした。
いっこ — Google review
(Translated by Google) As depicted in the novel "Botchan" (1905), it seems that hot springs have been in this area since the time of the Manyoshu.
I was interested in the building, which is an Important Cultural Property, so I decided to visit.
The bathing fee alone was 700 yen, and if you use the rest room on the second floor it was 1,300 yen.
(Original)
小説「坊つちゃん」（1905年）にも描かれていますが、万葉集の時代から、この地に温泉があったそうです。
重要文化財の建物に興味があり利用しました。
入浴だけで700円、2階の休憩室を利用すると1300円でした。
(Translated by Google) The Dogo Onsen district is Matsuyama's bathing district. It is one of the oldest onsens in Japan. The wooden building is superb. The rest of the district is a large shopping arcade with souvenir shops, very busy.
You have to leave the district to discover the surrounding shrines and temples.
A major tourist attraction in Matsuyama.
(Original)
Le quartier de Dogo onsen est le quartier des bains de Matsuyama. C’est l’un des plus anciens onsens ru japon Le batiment tout en bois est superbe. Le reste du quartier est une grande galerie marchande avec boutiques de souvenirs, tres fréquentée.
Il faut sortir du quartier pour aller decouvrir les sanctuaires et temples des alentours
Grande attraction touristique de Matsuyama
I arrived at 8.45 on a weekday, and it was pleasantly uncrowded. I enjoyed the experience.
Wow, what a great to have a bath.
2500 yen for 90 min, private room tea/sweets.
Very historic and historical.
From what I was told, the movie "spirited away' was based on this bath house.
700¥ for an hour's soak is amazing value. It's super clean, the free amenities are really good quality and it's tattoo friendly. The staff are really helpful.
(Translated by Google) Visited in March 2025
I visited on a rainy day, and because the weather was cold, I felt all my fatigue melt away the moment I entered the hot springs. I was so tired that I planned to visit three hot springs in one day, but I ended up returning after only two.
(Original)
25년 3월 방문
비가 엄청 오는 날에 방문하였고 날씨가 춥다보니 온천에 들어가는 순간 피로가 싹 풀리는 느낌이 들어 좋았으며, 당일에 3곳 온천을 즐길려고 하니 피곤하여 2곳만 즐기고 돌아왔습니다.
(Translated by Google) The exterior is very impressive.
There were a long line of people outside, and even when we went inside it was packed.
You might not be able to relax in the bath.
There were so many people that you had to wait in line for the showers.
If you want to relax, I recommend going to the second or third floor.
(Original)
外観はとても素晴らしい。
かなり人が外で並んでいるのに中に入ってもすごい人。
ゆっくり入る事は出来ないかも。
人の多さでシャワーも順番待ち。
ゆっくりしたい人は2階や3階に行った方がいいと思う。
Dogo Onsen Main Building, 道後温泉本館, 5-6 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan•
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Airport
International airport
Regional airport
Visitor Centers
Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) is a small yet efficient domestic airport located in Ehime prefecture, Japan. Despite its size, the airport offers a pleasant experience with smooth check-in, security, and boarding processes. The shops and restaurants are fairly priced without extra airport surcharges commonly found elsewhere. While some eateries may open later than desired, there are options like McDonald's available for early travelers.
This is a simple and concise airport. I visited him using the train and bus that stopped right in front of the airport entrance. It's not too big so the check-in process and entering the boarding gate is very fast😄
Diah W — Google review
Amazing airport, easy to find and have shops open at 6:10am. With friendly staff who speak English . Really happy with the service
Very efficient airport, I was rushing to catch the airport bus that was scheduled to depart within 10 minutes of arrival. After deplaning, my luggage was already waiting for me at the carousel and I got to catch the bus. Very impressive.
Matsuyama airpor is very nice. Very comfortable and welcoming. 2nd floor has gachapon and the Information center was very helpful.
Bus stops right infront of the station, so outside the door is where you can get on the bus right away.
Bus to JR station is 490y.
Quite big airport in Shikoku. Observation deck and lounges are located on the third floor. Information is located on the ground floor but the receptionist elderly lady was rude and lack of information regarding the airport.
It’s a very nice airport. Heck, it’s a thousand times better than the airport at where I’m from but most restaurants in terminal 2 (im not sure, but it’s the one with the pouring orange juice onto several cups statue) opens at 9 am. Its the only reason I’m giving 4 stars.
There are flights before 9 am. Some people go there hungry and can’t eat meals unless they brought their own, miraculously find a restaurant open, or go to a different terminal. There is a Mcdonald’s that is open though. But if you don’t like burgers, then there’s no point. They only serve burgers.
There’s a deck where you could enjoy the view of the planes taking off and landing.
There’s a nice orange juice place just outside the arrival area called, Orange Bar. The airport was really nice.
Small, clean airport with helpful staff. But few services, shops, etc. I use this airport frequently, but immigration control is sometimes carried out with too much zeal compared to other Japanese airports.
2731 Minamiyoshidamachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 791-8042, Japan•
Ferris wheel
Located at the top of the Iyotetsu Takashiyama department store, Ferris Wheel Kururin offers a unique way to see Matsuyama City. With a diameter of 45 meters and reaching 85 meters in height, it provides panoramic views during the day, including sights like Dogo Onsen and Matsuyama Castle. At night, visitors can enjoy city illuminations.
ITS FREE IF YOU BRING YOUR PASSPORT! Foreigners must go here. Because it's free.. just get in line and show your passport when it's your turn. A relaxing ride with a great view of Matsuyama.
Precin S — Google review
A great place to view the entirety of Matsuyama. Place wasn't crowded at all even though we went on a public holiday. Normal tickets are ¥800 for a normal car and ¥1300 for a gondola. However, we didn't have to pay anything because they provide the ride for free if its your birthday month. Sweet!
Big wheel keep on turning. Good views of Matsuyama from high up, including across to the castle. Note that it is still open for a couple of hours after the shopping centre shuts, so you have to find the correct entrance if you're going for an evening visit. It is signposted, but looks closed from a distance.
Nice view of the city. A bit tricky to find as it’s not well signed. Get the lift to the roof of the department store and you’ll see it.
Note, it’s not free for foreigners anymore but discounted to 500 yen with your passport.
I came at night and found it difficult to reach the Ferris Wheel because there are no signs. It's located on the top floor of the train station / shopping mall. From the ground floor on the street, you have to enter into a non-assuming foyer where the elevators are located (all the stores will be closed but you can enter the building fine). Take the elevators to the top floor, and you should see the ferris wheel there.
I have no idea what the pricing scheme is, but I paid 500 JPY after showing them my passport.
The wheel takes about 20 minutes to go around. I was surprised that the wheel seems quite old - the windows of my cabin were scratched and dirty.
If you have spare time, it's fun to do. But don't set expectations too high for this activity.
Update: Instead of a free ride, the offer has been changed to discounted ticket for foreigners (¥500/ride)
Last entry: 08:40PM
Please dont expect a stunning night view as here is just second tier city. But its nice to see around the city esp its free for those who is holding Jr ALL SHIKOKU Rail Pass.
15mins per round, and no queuing , even a few ppl on car at 7pm weekday lol.
i have height fears. eventhough night view on top is great!! my daughter would take one more. if you are a korean, you can get free.
Iyotetsu Takashimaya, Main Building, 9F, 5 Chome-１-1 Minatomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-8587, Japan•
Rail museum
Transportation
Mass Transportation Systems
Nestled within a Starbucks, the Botchan Train Museum offers a unique blend of history and modern comfort. This charming little museum showcases the rich heritage of Iyo trains, including the iconic Botchan steam train from 1888, affectionately known as Botchan Ressa after Soseki Natsume's beloved character. Visitors can enjoy their coffee while exploring this delightful space that highlights Matsuyama's railway history.
A museum inside the Starbucks Coffee! A nice museum depicting the Iyotetsu Railway which has been of service to Matsuyama for 130 years or so now. I have enjoyed the Starbucks Caffe Mocha while taking photos inside the museum. Relatively small but at the same time amazing considering the unique replica of the Iyotetsu Train on display.
JunTrep C — Google review
A small museum inside a Starbucks! No tickets either.
Once you go inside the Starbucks, just head straight to the back and you will see it.
While small, it is cool to read the history and see some of the historic items!
Inside Starbucks, a small museum, nice to visit if you are around.
It's a museum of sorts. It has one replica locomotive. It's a large back room of the Starbucks. It's a nice looking engine. Some good information about train service in this area back in the 1800s.
Well... I don't know if it's inside the Starbucks so...
Must go thru from Starbucks, only 1 train but very well maintained.
It's a tiny area inside a Starbucks. You can enjoy you coffee while looking at the super cool train.
I spent ages trying to find this place, gave up and then went in to the nearby Starbucks only to find it there.
It's a train and some info on the transport system of Matsuyama - so pretty rad for a Starbucks.
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Art museum
Museums
The Ehime Museum of Art, situated in Matsuyama, Japan, is a cultural hub showcasing a wide array of traditional and contemporary artworks from both local and international artists. The museum's modern architecture provides an inspiring setting for visitors to explore its diverse collection of over 10,000 Japanese and global art pieces. In addition to housing renowned works by artists like Cezanne and Monet, the museum also features exhibitions highlighting the talents of local contemporary artists.
There was an event featuring works and goods from independent publishers. It was great to see the museum contributing to the local community. In the museum’s collection exhibition, there were works by Umetaro Azechi. I found some of them new to me—interesting and enjoyable.
BEN G — Google review
They have decided to invite the exhibition of re-prints of Banksy’s works although the author himself has been asking for years to boycott it! The are also selling the unauthorised merchandise for a lot of money. Shame on you Ehime Museum.
selling unauthorized Banksy"s reproductions in Museum shop and hosting self-proclaimed Banksy exhibition with no artist consent or profit share. museum not respecting copyright rights should be ostracized by comebyers and prosecuted by law.
Depends on the exhibition they have on. Luckily, we saw the Shinro Ohtake.
Adults ¥1500.
What a shame! (Mozuミニチュア展)
This was my only day in Matsuyama for the Golden Week holidays. I planned on visiting this museum regardless of what the exhibition would be, but this was by far the worst possible exhibition to have organized during a busy tourist season such as GW. I have been a fan of Mozu, I’ve seen his work via the internet and was excited to see it in person, but that excitement waned quite quickly. The hour-long queue should have indicated that once I was in the exhibition space, I would have less time to wait to see the artworks. The opposite was true, the first queue outside merely foreshadowed the experience inside. The exhibition consisted mainly of miniatures, so it was hard to have any large number of people enjoy it at once. Inside the exhibition space, there was more waiting. The organizers should have expected this and mitigated the problem, but their uncreative staging led to an unending line between people waiting to see the work, being briefly amused by the miniatures and taking pictures, and then waiting another 10 minutes to experience the next piece, all the while knowing exactly what to expect, destroying the magic.
The nature of the medium, the subjects of the artwork, and the museum’s advertising campaign make parents of small children believe it’s appropriate for them. This is not the case. The two families in front of me with small children had a difficult time, as the queue bored the children and they became restless. As soon as they reached the first miniature set, they were transfixed and would press their face up to the glass, leaving smudges and fingerprints. Their parents had to pull them away to keep the queue moving, but only after a long enough time to delay the viewing for everyone else. This cycle would continue for the rest of my time there.
The actual time spent in the exhibition space looking at the artworks up close was dwarfed significantly by the amount of time waiting for them to be available. The museum organizers should respect their patrons’ time. Had they eliminated the empty space and allowed the first part of the exhibition to be held in a smaller space, the experience would have been quicker and I wouldn’t have felt like I wasted my time. I think the exhibition would have worked better if they reversed the flow of foot traffic. The most interesting parts of the exhibition (the miniatures) should be last, because by the time I finished that section, I was too tired to pay interest to the short film and Trick Doodle space.
That being said, I don’t believe any of this should diminish the quality and hard word of Mozu. Mozu-san, if you’re reading this, I’m sorry the exhibition was not as fun as you might have hoped. I blame my experience on the organizers and the venue, not your art, which was fun and creative. When I envisioned the exhibition in my head, I thought I would be transported like the aisles of IKEA, or Legoland, but I think the museum was ill-equipped to accommodate your sense of adventure and creativity.
If you go on a less busy day, it will be well worth it, but for the hundreds who have come during Golden Week, be prepared to spend more than 3 hours to do everything.
There was only one room of the permanent exhibition open with only about 20 works in it. The two other permanent exhibition rooms were taken over by a temporary exhibition, which I wasn't interested in seeing (and paying more for). The works I saw were nice but not worth the ticket, even though it was affordable (330 yen).
The museum was displaying a fun and creative exhibit while I was in Matsuyama and I am glad I went. The information desk had English-friendly brochures which was incredibly thoughtful for their foreign tourists. They also have an attached coffee shop with lovely views which was a great place to stop and take a break while touring the city. The museum is located near several hotels so it is a great place to stop if you don't want to go far from where you are staying.
Main collection consists of one room with both western and Japanese paintings, as well as one larger area containing multiple Japanese calligraphy wall scrolls.
For non-Japanese speakers it might not be the best experience as they will not understand the scrolls and there's little explanation available. For those that do, it is quite interesting.
美術館内 新館 1F, 5 Horinouchi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0007, Japan•
Business park
Okaido Shopping Street is a vibrant hub that stretches from Ichibancho to Chifunemachi Dori, offering an eclectic mix of dining options, coffee shops, bars, and unique boutiques. Here, you can indulge in authentic Japanese cuisine alongside international flavors. The atmosphere is lively and inviting; you might even stumble upon a flea market or the exciting yoichi night market during July.
Very nice shopping arcade. A lot of stores and food to check out!
Iyotetsu tram station is on the main street, easy access!
Roger A — Google review
With many shops shuttered, Okaido is no longer the shopping arcade that I would recommend. It was a much more vibrant scene 2 years ago. Something needs to be done to revitalise the dead street.
Main shopping street! You could have your meals and shopping done in the vicinity. You could also go for onsen at Check-In Matsuyama Hotel at the corner!
Lots of shops and eateries. I was surprised to find a Krispy Cream Donuts, which had several Japanese themed treats.
There is also a really good Japanese bakery down by the entrance of the Don Quixote, Boulangerie, recommend checking it out. Their pastries are light and not sugary.
Bright, open and weather proof space. A great place for experiencing local life.
Like any regular shopping street but wider walking path and less rowdy.
Nice meal good coffee I've cream smoothie
Cool area to walk around, lots of good stuff to see. There was some craft msrket going on when I was there.
2 Chome-２-3 Okaido, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0004, Japan•
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Historical landmark
Nature & Parks
Castle
Hiking area
Nestled within the scenic Dogo Park, the Yuzuki Castle Ruins offer a fascinating glimpse into Japan's storied past. Constructed around 1335 by the Kono clan during the Genpei wars, this hilltop castle originally lacked stone walls or a keep. Although it was destroyed in conflicts during the late 16th century, its remnants still evoke a sense of history and intrigue.
Very pleasant and well-maintained public park area. There are several separate areas for people to gather so it is not over-crowded or causing problems with social distancing. There are plenty of cherry trees, but also wide open areas for entertainment and events.
Andrea K — Google review
The park is great for a one hour walk.
Great castle worth the visit, you don’t have to take the cable car, you can walk up, it’s pleasant and beautiful but a bit steep.
The castle has informative story
The zen garden at the foot of the hill is georgeous, with herons, but the upper parts are not so nice looking.
I like the part of samurai`s house...it shows us the daily life of samurai at that time
beautiful park
Good place for traveller who likks history
A little observatory. Not so much to see.
1 Dogokoen, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0857, Japan•
Garden
Nature & Parks
Nestled on the southwestern slope of Matsuyama Castle, the Matsuyama Castle Ninomaru Historical Site Garden is a captivating blend of history and nature. This expansive garden showcases traditional Japanese design elements alongside modern features like fountains, all while preserving remnants of the former estate belonging to the Matsuyama Clan. Visitors can enjoy leisurely strolls or simply relax by serene ponds filled with vibrant Koi Carps.
The staff were welcoming, giving me limes grown within the gardens on entry. The walk around was very peaceful, a nice change from the busy castle grounds
Jacob L — Google review
Beautiful, peaceful garden right next to Matsuyama Castle, 200円 for adults and 100円 for children. The buildings of the Ninomaru apparently burned down in 1872, and in the 1990s rather than rebuild them, they used the floor plans as the positions of the water pools and flower beds. I think the concept is well executed.
We came in August 2024 and while it was very hot, there are trees and structures that offer shade. The small waterfalls are pretty. It's not the best season to see flowers or fruits but it was nice nonetheless.
Beautiful Japanese garden. You cannot enter the castle from here. The garden itself costs 200 yen a person to enter. Very cheap and a nice escape to walk around. There is a free parking lot around the bend from the museum parking lot
1 pm on a sunny friday and I had the entire garden for myself. Truly a magical experience, especially near the small waterfalls. All traveling stress was gone within minutes.
The entrance fee is only 200 yen. You can have a great time relaxing while enjoying the beautiful scenery. They also have English translations, so if you're into history, you'll definitely enjoy it here.
(Visited on March 14 2023)
I feel like this should be included in the castle ticket. There wasn't much to see and I think I was unlucky because there were many employees working in the garden and it felt like they were spring cleaning it. All the ponds were empty and there were hoses laying about everywhere.
Serene, scenic garden with a modern take, a unique experience that is worth a look. The historic context is interesting too.
(+) Located near the base of the castle, a beautifully landscaped garden
(+) Great for visiting every season
(+) Reasonable entrance fee for adults (¥200)
(+) Great place to take pictures
(+) Benches and vending machines available inside
(+) Small museum with historical information
(+) Mini orchards displaying different citrus products grown in Ehime
(-) No wheel chair access
5番地 Marunouchi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0001, Japan•
Shinto shrine
Sights & Landmarks
Shrine
Sacred & Religious Sites
Yu Shrine is a serene and historic place located near Dogo Onsen in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture. It offers a peaceful atmosphere for contemplation and prayer despite being situated in the city center. The shrine enshrines two Japanese Shinto gods who are believed to be guardians of the hot springs, providing protection for the waters of Dogo Onsen. Visitors can also enjoy a view of Matsuyama Castle from atop the hill where Yu Shrine is located.
(Translated by Google) Dogo Onsen has a history of 3,000 years. There are actually many shrines worth visiting nearby, such as Yu Jinja Shrine. This shrine is regarded as the energy field of Dogo Onsen. It is solemn and simple. I don’t know why, but it reminds me of the Yubaba’s oil house in Spirited Away.
This Yu Jinja Shrine is said to have been built by the order of the 12th Emperor Keikyu, and is dedicated to Okuninushi and Sukunahikona. It is said that when Sukunahikona was injured, Okuninushi used the water of Dogo Onsen. It cured him. Because of the legend, Yu Jinja Shrine has become a power spot of Dogo Onsen. It is said that after the Hoei earthquake in 1707, Kansai and Shikoku suffered serious disasters. The Dogo Onsen, which had existed for thousands of years, suddenly stopped flowing. The locals were extremely anxious. After devout sacrifices and prayers, it miraculously flowed again. In March every year, a grand Yu Festival is held. In addition to being regarded as the guardian of hot springs, Yu Jinja Shrine is also regarded as a shrine for good relationships, eliminating disasters, and commercial prosperity.
Next to Yujinja Shrine, there is also Nakajima Shrine. This shrine was established in 1957 and was planned by a pastry chef from Shikoku. The story dates back to the time of Emperor Suinin. The emperor ordered Tanjima Morimi to find the magical fruit of immortality - Tokijikunomi. It took him ten years, but when he came back, Emperor Suinin had passed away. He did not bring back the Tokijikan fruit, but an orange tree. Tanjima Morimi was too sad and dedicated the orange tree to the empress before his death. His tomb is built in the pond of Emperor Suinin's mausoleum. Because it looks like a floating island, it is called Nakajima Shrine. The Nakajima Shrine in Matsuyama is a branch of the Nakajima Shrine in Toyooka, Hyogo.
Tanjima Morimi is regarded as the god of Japanese confectionery and citrus. The shrine is surrounded by stone tablets dedicated by Japanese confectionery and cake makers from Shikoku. He is also a must-worship god for Shikoku pastry chefs.
(Original)
有三千年歷史的道後溫泉，附近其實有不少值得探訪的神社，像是湯神社，這座被視為道後溫泉的能量場，莊嚴古樸，不知道為什麼，就聯想到千與千尋的湯婆婆的油屋。
這間湯神社，相傳是第十二代景行天皇下令興建，供奉大國主命與少彥名命。相傳當年少彥名命受傷，大國主命用道後溫泉水。治好了他，因為傳說，讓湯神社成為道後溫泉的能量景點。相傳在1707年的寶永大地震後，關西、四國受災嚴重，上千年的道後溫泉突然不湧泉，當地人心急如焚，在虔誠祭祀與祈禱下，才奇蹟般的再度湧泉，每年的三月，還會盛大舉辦湯祭。湯神社除了被視為溫泉守護神，也被視為結良緣、除厄、及商業繁榮的神社。
而在湯神社旁，還有一間中嶋神社，這間1957年才建立的神社，是由四國甜點師籌建，故事要追溯到垂仁天皇時代，天皇命田道間守命，去找不老不死的神奇靈菓-ときじくのみ，結果花了十年時間，回來時，垂仁天皇已過世，他帶回的不是時香果，而是橘子樹，因為田道間守命太過悲痛，臨終前把橘子樹奉獻給皇后。他的墳墓就蓋在垂仁天皇陵墓的池塘裡，因為外型像浮島，所以才叫中嶋神社。而松山這座中嶋神社，是兵庫豐岡中嶋神社的分社。
田道間守命被視為和果子與柑橘之神，神社周邊佈滿四國和菓子及製餅業者供奉的石碑，也是四國甜點職人們，必拜的神明。
Wildhorse — Google review
Nice place
The man working there literally slammed the window shut in my face after he finished talking to the Japanese family in front of me. I went to get a goshuin stamp (they currently don’t hand write them—they only have the copies you glue in yourself). Maybe because I’m not Japanese he thought he couldn’t explain that there were only the paper copies? Even so, there’s no need to be rude!! 😡
I finally pressed the bell after waiting a few minutes and spoke to him in Japanese and he literally DID NOT REPLY to me. I thought maybe he was mute? But then he spoke to say the price, so he was actually just being rude and most probably xenophobic.
The shrine itself is nice, and it’s conveniently located at the parking lot, but I would recommend making your offerings and buying omamori at more welcoming shrines.
Update: I read other reviews and it seems like Japanese visitors have had similar experiences, so he’s just rude to everyone.
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(Translated by Google) 🏯 History and Origins of Yujinja Shrine
📜 Founding and Deities
- Founded: An ancient shrine traditionally dated to the reign of Emperor Keikō (circa 1st century)
This shrine is listed in the Heian period Engishiki Shinmeicho (Choice of Shinto Shrines), and is a representative shrine in the Onsen District of Iyo Province.
- Main Deities:
- Onamuchi-no-Mikoto
- Sukunahikona-no-Mikoto
These two deities are associated with the origin of hot springs in Japanese mythology. Legend has it that when Sukunahikona-no-Mikoto fell ill, Onamuchi-no-Mikoto guided the hot springs and healed him.
🌋 Earthquakes and Prayers for Hot Springs
- Daiei Era (1521-1527): An earthquake buried the hot springs, and the shrine was relocated to Mount Kanmuriyama.
- In 1707 (the 4th year of the Hoei era): When an earthquake caused the hot spring water to stop flowing, prayers were offered at Yu Shrine, and the hot springs are said to have flowed again the following year.
- This prayer continues to this day as the "Yu Prayer Festival."
🌟 The Wonders of Yu Shrine
🏞️ The Location and Atmosphere
- Located a three-minute walk from the Dogo Onsen Main Building, on the slopes of Mount Kanmuriyama. A quiet spot away from the hustle and bustle of the hot spring town, this shrine is a perfect place to calm your mind.
- There are plenty of nearby detours, including the "Sky Walk" and Nakajima Shrine.
🛐 The Fusion of Hot Springs and Faith
- The hot springs themselves are considered sacred, and the shrine is deeply rooted in the local people as a place to express gratitude for the blessings of nature.
- Kagura dances are offered and prayers are offered for the hot springs to flow whenever the water stops, demonstrating a faith that lives in harmony with nature.
(Original)
🏯 湯神社の由緒と歴史
📜 創建と神々
- 創建：景行天皇の御代（1世紀頃）と伝承される古社
平安時代の『延喜式神名帳』にも記載される式内社で、伊予国温泉郡の代表的な神社にゃん。
- 主祭神：
- 大己貴命（おおなむちのみこと）
- 少彦名命（すくなひこなのみこと）
この二神は日本神話で温泉の起源に関わる神々で、少彦名命が病に倒れたとき、大己貴命が湯を導いて癒したという伝承があるにゃ。
🌋 地震と湯の祈り
- 大永年間（1521〜1527）：地震で温泉が埋没し、神社は冠山へ遷座。
- 宝永4年（1707年）：地震で湯が止まった際、湯神社で祈願したところ、翌年に湯が再び湧き出したという霊験が伝えられているにゃ。
- この祈願が「湯祈祷祭」として今も続いているにゃん。
🌟 湯神社の素晴らしさ
🏞️ 場所と空気
- 道後温泉本館から徒歩3分、冠山の中腹に鎮座。温泉街の喧騒から離れた静かな場所にあり、心を整えるにゃんスポット。
- 周囲には「空の散歩道」や「中嶋神社」など、ちょっとした寄り道コースも充実。
🛐 温泉と信仰の融合
- 湯そのものを神聖視し、自然の恵みに感謝する場として、地元の人々に深く根付いているにゃ。
- 温泉が止まるたびに神楽を奉納し、湧出を祈願してきたという、自然と共に生きる信仰のかたちが残っているにゃん。
(Translated by Google) Yu Jinja Shrine, nestled on the hillside of Dogo Onsen, is revered by locals as the patron saint of the hot springs. It's said to have been built during the reign of the 12th Emperor Keikyu and later relocated to its current location due to an earthquake. In the past, the hot springs would occasionally stop flowing, but prayers at the shrine would reignite them. This tradition, which continues to this day, includes the Yu Prayer Matsuri and Hatsuko Matsuri, both important local traditions.
The shrine is small, but its atmosphere is tranquil. Its red torii gates, wooden steps, and gentle mountain breeze make it a perfect spot for a stroll. Nearby, the miniature Nakashima Shrine is a hidden gem that's often overlooked. A visit here is highly recommended for those who enjoy immersing themselves in local stories and the atmosphere of a shrine.
(Original)
位在道後溫泉山坡上的湯神社，是當地人心中的溫泉守護神。據說建於第12代景行天皇時期，後來因地震遷至現址。過去溫泉泉源偶爾會停止湧出，經神社祈禱後又重新湧現，因此延續至今的「湯祈禱祭」與「初子祭」都是當地的重要傳統。
神社規模不大，但氛圍非常安靜，紅色鳥居、木階步道，加上山風吹拂，很適合散步時順路過來參拜。旁邊還有一間迷你的中嵋嶋神社，是個容易被忽略的小亮點。喜歡感受地方故事和神社氛圍的人，很推薦來走一趟。
(Translated by Google) This shrine is located on a hill above Dogo Onsen. It is said to have been founded during the reign of Emperor Keiko, the 12th emperor of Japan. While there are cases in eastern Japan where the dates are different, it seems to be easier to think of them in western Japan. It appears to be a very old shrine. There is a torii gate on the south side, and a sacred tree at the top of the approach stairs, making it quite impressive. However, there is not much inside the grounds, and it does not have much charm. It can be assumed that the parking lot was once the site of the shrine.
(Original)
道後温泉の高台にある神社。伝12代景行天皇の時代に創建とのこと。東日本では時代の付け替えがある場合あるが西日本ではすんなり考えていいかもしれません。かなり古くからある神社みたいです。南側に鳥居あり参道の階段登ると御神木ありかなり立派です。ただ境内はあまりなく風情はあまりない。駐車場の所がかつては敷地だったのだろうと推定できます。
(Translated by Google) It's located right next to the Dogo Onsen Main Building. It's next to the Sky Walk. It may have been a coincidence, but it was empty and may be a hidden gem. It's said that when Dogo Onsen stopped flowing due to natural disasters such as earthquakes, a hot spring prayer was performed at Yujinja Shrine, and the water started flowing again. This ritual is still carried on today as an annual festival. It is enshrined on a small hill next to the Dogo Onsen Main Building, and you can get a panoramic view of the town of Dogo, including the Dogo Onsen Main Building.
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道後温泉本館からすぐ。空の散歩道のお隣にあります。たまたまかも知れませんが、空いていたし穴場かも知れません。地震などの天災によって道後温泉の湧出が止まった際に、湯神社で湯祈祷が行われた結果、再び湧出が始まったと伝わっており、その儀式は今も例祭に姿を変えて引き継がれているそうです。道後温泉本館横の小高い丘に鎮座し、道後温泉本館を始め、道後の町並みを一望することができますよ。
4-4-10 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan•
Shopping mall
Shopping
Emifull MASAKI is a vast shopping complex with over 200 shops spread across multiple buildings, offering a wide range of shopping and dining experiences. Located in the Dogo area, it features traditional souvenir shops and restaurants that showcase local ingredients. Visitors can enjoy live performances, movies at Sunshine Cinema, and even get a haircut at the barber shop.
Fun shopping experience. Great facilities: baby rooms, toilets and easy parking. Food court is impeccable with great choices of kids/family area. Good range of shops, quite one stop for all needs.
Jane K — Google review
Great spot if anyone wants some decent shopping at a family mall near Matsuyama. 15 minutes train ride from the rail station at Takashimaya. Best part is train fare covered by the Shikoku rail pass. Mall is only a short walk from 古泉station.
Emiful Mall is a great place to spend time shopping, dining and entertainment. We visited there 4 times and were lucky to see two live performances from a piano player and a dance studio. We also watched 3 movies at Sunshine Cinema and had a haircut before returning from Japan. Great barber shop!
Wonderful Christmas decorations 🎄🎄
Lots of stores and restaurants. Clean inside and a lot of parking outside. There is also a park for kids to play right next to it. Cinema, arcade, and karaoke are also next door.
Cant do Tax Refund, didnt use the benefit of closing Airport. Will not recommend for foreign tourist even they have most famous shop.
Large shopping mall with easy public transport access via Koizumi station (Iyotetsu).
After living in the countryside for two years or is great to make the drive to this mall. So much available
850 Tsutsui, Masaki, Iyo District, Ehime 791-3120, Japan•
Archaeological museum
Local history museum
The Archaeological Museum at Matsuyama City is a captivating destination in Japan, offering a deep dive into the city's history and culture. Situated in the heart of Matsuyama, this museum boasts an impressive collection of artifacts excavated from local ruins. Visitors can marvel at restored structures like the weir of the Kosho Ruins and explore exhibitions featuring excavated items and models from the Hasaike Tumulus.
(Translated by Google) I went to see ancient Chinese lotuses at the archaeological museum in Nansaiin, Matsuyama City. If you go this time of year, even if you can't see the fossils, you can still see the scenery and flowers 🌸 even on closed days.
Isn't the ancient lotus only found here and in Nanrakuen in Tsushima-cho, Uwajima City?Aren't they more rare than hydrangeas at this time of year?They can't be seen everywhere.
Enter from the front of Matsuyama Comprehensive Park, take the road south of Aiko, and at the end you will find Parking Lot 4, which is divided into two by a chain between the parking lot of the comprehensive park and the archaeological museum.
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P.S. I went there at 8:50 am on June 27th to see the beautiful blooms. The best time to see the flowers is from 7 to 9 o'clock, and the flowers are in bloom until about 11 o'clock.
2nd visit R6.6.16
Although it was cloudy from 10:00 to 11:00, I took a short video. Ancient lotuses are lined up in a row. The red color was strong, and the leaves were also dark green.
(Original)
松山市南斎院の考古館に中国古代蓮を見に行った。行くならこの時期、化石は見れなくても、風景と花🌸は閉館の日でも眺めれます。
古代蓮(ハス)は宇和島市津島町の南楽園とここだけではないでしょうか?今の時期、紫陽花よりは希少価値はありませんか?どこでも見れるわけではありません。
松山総合公園の正面から入って、愛光の南の道を通って突き当たりの、第4駐車場、総合公園と考古館の駐車場がチェーンで2分されてます。
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追記、6/27朝8:50きれいな開花が見たくて行ってみました。7〜9時が開花の見頃で１１時頃まで🌸花が咲いているらしいので‥
2回目の訪問R6.6.16
10:00〜11:00曇りでしたがショート動画撮ってみました。古代蓮が1列に並んでいます。赤の色彩が強く、葉も濃い緑のイメージでした。
Shi H — Google review
(Translated by Google) I have heard about the ancient lotus every year, but this time I visited for a different reason.
I like seeing ancient tombs, so it was fun, but the directions from the parking lot to the archaeological museum were inadequate, and I saw some people getting lost.
If you park in the parking lot, is it on the other side of the parking lot? There is a slope on the side where you can see private houses. It's less dangerous to go from here.
There are stairs at the back of the parking lot, but they were so steep that I almost fell down.
When you get off the slope and walk to the back right, you will see the archaeological museum on the left.
The stairs are a little hidden behind a wall, so it felt inconvenient for first-time visitors.
I think people who like ancient tombs will enjoy the inside.
Is it okay for paid exhibits to only cost 100 yen? That's what I thought.
(Original)
古代蓮のニュースは毎年聞いてたが、今回別件で訪問。
古墳など見るの好きなので、楽しかったけど、駐車場から考古館までの道案内が不十分で、迷いかけてた方をみかけました。
駐車場に停めたら、駐車場側の対岸？民家が見える方に、スロープがあります。コチラから行った方が危なくないです。
駐車場の奥に階段がありますが、急な上に歩き辛く、転び落ちそうになりました。
スロープ降りて右奥に歩いて行くと、考古館が左奥に見えてきます。
階段が壁でちょっと隠れているので、初めて行く人には、不親切に感じました。
中は古墳好きな人は楽しめると思います。
有料展示物がたった100円で良いの？って思いました。
(Translated by Google) I went to see the ancient lotus for the first time at 9:30 AM on June 22, 2025. There were several large lotus pots in front of the main entrance of the archaeological museum, and they were blooming with deep pink flowers.
The flowers last for about three days. There were still many buds.
I had imagined a much larger lotus pond, so I was a little disappointed, but I returned home feeling soothed by the beautiful flowers.
(Original)
2025,6,22 AM9:30に初めて古代蓮を見に行って来ました。考古館の正面玄関前に大きな睡蓮鉢がいくつかあって、濃いピンクの花を付けていました。
花は3日ほどの命だそうです。まだ沢山のつぼみがありました。
もっと広大な蓮池を想像していたので、少し物足りなさもありましたが、美しい花に癒されて帰りました。
(Translated by Google) It's located in a park in the mountains, about 10 minutes by taxi from JR Matsuyama Station.The special exhibition was very interesting (faces painted on earthenware) and was more than worth the visit.
(Original)
JR松山駅からタクシーで10分ほど 山あいの公園にあります 企画展がとても興味深いもので（土器に顔が描いてある）訪館の甲斐がじゅうぶん以上にありました
(Translated by Google) The ancient water hyacinth flowers are blooming beautifully, but personally, the water hyacinth flowers in the front pond are at their peak and are very beautiful.
(Original)
古代ハスキが綺麗に咲いていますが個人的には前の池のホテイアオイの花が見頃でとてもキレイです、（２０２４年6月22日7：30～9時の撮影です、）
(Translated by Google) A large number of artifacts excavated from ruins in Matsuyama City are on display.
The main attractions are the restored weir of the Kosho Ruins and the exhibition of excavated items and restored models of the Hasaike Tumulus.
There were also other interesting artifacts, which I thoroughly enjoyed.
Admission fee is 100 yen for adults, free for children.
The toilet was also clean and well maintained.
For parking, please use Matsuyama General Park Parking Lot 4. It was about a 3 minute walk from the parking lot to the building.
(Original)
松山市内の遺跡からで発掘された出土品がズラリと展示されています。
目玉は古照遺跡の堰の復元展示と、葉佐池古墳の出土品と復元模型の展示です。
他にも細々と興味深い出土品もあり、十分に楽しめました。
入場料は大人100円、子供無料です。
トイレも清掃が行き届ききれいでした。
駐車場は松山総合公園第４駐車場を利用することになります。駐車場から館まで、徒歩３分程度でした。
(Translated by Google) This museum displays valuable artifacts excavated in Iyo. It's a little far away, about a five-minute walk along the promenade from the parking lot, but it's a very impressive facility.
Exhibits include the Koteru Ruins, the remains of a wooden weir from an irrigation facility from the Yayoi period, and Hasaike Kofun, where an unlooted stone chamber from the Kofun period was discovered.
Hasaike Kofun in particular was built from the mid-6th century to the early 7th century (around the time of Empress Suiko), and displays a model of the horizontal stone chamber, a stone coffin, and grave goods. Horse equipment was also discovered next to the wooden coffin, making it a very impressive exhibit. It dates to the same period as the famous Fujinoki Kofun, and the discovery of a horse burial facility there suggests that horses were important here.
(Original)
伊予で発掘された貴重な出土品を展示しています。駐車場から遊歩道を歩いて5分ぐらいで、少し離れていますが、かなり立派な施設です。
弥生時代、灌漑施設の木組み堰跡の古照遺跡、古墳時代の未盗掘の石室が見つかった葉佐池古墳などの展示があります。
特に葉佐池古墳は、6世紀中から7世紀初め(推古天皇ぐらい)にかけて造られた古墳ですが、横穴石室模型や石棺、副葬品が展示してあります。馬具も木棺の横で発見されており、なかなか見ごたえある展示です。有名な藤ノ木古墳と同時代であり、馬の埋葬施設も見つかっいることから、馬が重要だったことが伺われます。
(Translated by Google) The exhibits are designed specifically for elementary and junior high school students on field trips. There are plenty of exhibits that kids will love. Apparently, the ancient lotus flowers are famous, and when I visited in November, I saw two visitors asking at the reception, "Where are the ancient lotus flowers?" The reception staff were very friendly and provided detailed directions to the top of Matsuyama Comprehensive Park. I highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Matsuyama Comprehensive Park.
(Original)
小中学生が社会科見学に来るのに特化したような展示方式
子供ならかなり喜んでくれそうな展示物が色々あります
古代蓮が有名らしく11月おうかがいしましたが、古代蓮はどこですか？と受付で聞いてる客を2度見ました
受付の方々は大変感じよく、松山総合公園の山頂への行き方を詳しく教えていただきました 松山総合公園へ行かれる方にはぜひお勧めしたいです
乙６７-６ Minamisayacho, Matsuyama, Ehime 791-8032, Japan•
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Hotel
Japanese-style business hotel
Dormy Inn Matsuyama is a modern hot spring inn located in the heart of Matsuyama. The hotel offers comfortable rooms and communal indoor and open-air baths, as well as a sauna for guests to relax in. It's conveniently situated near popular attractions such as Dogo Onsen, Setonaikai National Park, Bansuiso, and Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum.
Service and room were quite modern and standard.
However as other hotels in Arcade room was quite narrow to open up suitcases.
Foodies are full of local fish and was enjoyable.
Location of Okaido Arcade was great.
라선생 — Google review
I was pleasantly surprised by my stay here. I went in with the expectation of a business hotel with an attached onsen - and it definitely was that, but it was also a lot more than that.
Location is also so vital to any accommodation and Dormy Inn Matsuyama is smack-dab in the center of an adequately-sized open-air (but covered) shopping arcade with nearby combini, fast food joints, and small-town cafes and restaurants. Sidelined outside the arcade are multiple izakaya and the like. It's also less than a block away from Donki, and a few blocks further are hobby shops, stationary shops, clothing shops, tourist shops touting the city's prized goodies (mikan and everything you can make with it, towels, etc.). I cannot help gushing that this location is just pure perfection.
The room itself is a very standard business hotel room. Spacious to a good degree with a small bathroom and attached toilet. Bed is springy and pillows are very firm for those who love a firm pillow. A/C was great.
The onsen is on the top floor where opposing sides serve men and women. There is also a lounge area with free massage chairs and goodies post-soak. The onsen is natural waters, and you can tell after a good soak! Your skin becomes softer and smoother. And a tiring day's worth of body aches go away or dissipate after a good soak. (There is also an open foot bath located at their front entrance!)
The staff were all very polite and helpful. They are available at all times of the day to help assist.
At the end of the day, my stay was so comfortable and relaxing that I wished I had booked another night just to relax some more.
Room was spacious and clean. Bed was comfortable. Probably the best hotel experience we had throughout our entire trip this month (travelling from Nagasaki to Fukuoka, Beppu, Iyo Ozu, Matsuyama and Kobe)
The onsen is clean and nice and even has a rotenburo, but it tends to get quite crowded between 9-11pm. You can enjoy free ice pops after your bath, use the free massage chair, and even get free noodles at night.
The only downside was the crowd in the hotel but it was kind of expected as the location was so good.
👍Onsen and sauna were fantastic and clean. Room was clean and comfortable. Free ramen after 9:30 and other little free services were a nice bonus. Great service and perfect location opening right onto the shopping street of Matsuyama.
👎Room was comfortable but the pillows were a bit too small and firm.
Located in a great location. walk out the front door and you are in the middle of a busy market. However, it is not loud and the room was quiet. Everything was clean and comfortable. The front desk tried very hard to communicate with me in English and it was good. I always recommend Dormy Inns also for their free ramen and ice cream!
Clean comfortable modern rooms. Good breakfast. Friendly helpful reception staff who speak excellent English. Onsen. Free ice cream after the Onsen.
Very nice hot spring hotel in excellent location.
Staff were friendly.
Self check in with machine. Just type your booking confirmation number or name. Scan your passport and room keys will be released. Very convenient.
24hours free coffee and tea at lobby.
Free noodle from 21 to 22:30
Free ice cream outside the hot spring bath.
Super massage chair! I loved it.
A relaxing area with mangas in Japanese.
We booked queen sized bedroom which was pretty ok. Not super big but already a spacey size in Japanese standard.
If you park your car in nearby parking lot, you should select "yes" for parking while you check in with the machine because you can have a big discount.
We didn't know it and we thought since we did not park at the hotel, so we chose "no". Next day, when we picked up the car, the staff of the parking told us that we can have discount if we stayed at Dormy Inn. We showed our hotel receipt and got around 30% off.
It is located in a busy market, so there are many advantages. The room in the hotel is a little small. However, the free service such as onsen, ice-cream and ramen in the hotel are very good. The staff are also very kind. Hotel location is convenient to use public transportation such as trams, and there are tourist attractions nearby.
2 Chome-６-5 Okaido, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0004, Japan•
Hotel
Japanese-style business hotel
Nestled in the heart of Matsuyama, REF Matsuyama City Station by VESSEL HOTELS offers a delightful 4-star experience just a stone's throw from local attractions like the Botchan Train Museum and Matsuyama Civic Center. This hotel boasts spacious rooms with stunning views, ensuring guests enjoy comfort during their stay. The breakfast is particularly noteworthy, featuring an impressive selection that includes five different types of orange juice to tantalize your taste buds.
Good room, good service, great price, and excellent location. The breakfast buffet had a lot of things to try. The bath and sauna were very good too. Our only regret is that we only stayed one night.
Daniel C — Google review
Room looks ok, TERRIBLE soundproofing, location is good. Service was the worse concierge I've had in Japan. The staff ignored me when I was asking a question and had a very cold face and demeanor. Made me feel very unwelcome.
Further, they did not seem interested in helping me any time I had questions, except for one older gentleman and one younger man.
The rooms have this weird layout where the sink is detached from the washroom. Made the washroom look insanely cheap with no decor or mirrors, just a small yellow walled shower with a toilet.
For some reason this hotel is extremely busy. You have to constantly wait for the elevators, I've heard numerous people say this but I didn't know what to expect. It's true.
The sound proofing is TERRIBLE. I was constantly hearing families with their kids running around the hallways and God knows why they seemed to be outside for 20 minutes every time. Just insanely annoying especially at this price point.
Positives? The breakfast buffet has good variety and some local foods to try. There is free ice cream.
I would never stay here again because of the sound proofing and service though.
Formal Complaint Regarding Hotel Staff Conduct
I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with the service I received from one of your hotel staff members during check-in on April 16 at 2:00 PM.
Upon arrival, I was surprised to find that the hotel used a self-service check-in system, which was unfamiliar to us. Although the machine supported Korean, my wife struggled to use it. While she was trying to figure it out, a staff member abruptly spoke to her in Japanese in a scolding tone. Even though we couldn’t understand the language, the staff member’s tone was unmistakably harsh, condescending, and completely inappropriate for a hospitality setting.
I politely asked in English, "Could you please speak in English?" but the staff member ignored my request and continued speaking only in Japanese. The key issue is that we could not understand what was being said.
It is unrealistic to expect all foreign guests to understand Japanese. If the hotel primarily wishes to serve Japanese-speaking customers, it should reconsider accepting foreign tourists.
I have met many kind and respectful people in Japan, and I’ve always appreciated the culture’s sense of hospitality. However, this one encounter with an unprofessional staff member left a strong negative impression and unfortunately affected our entire experience.
Despite being a four-star hotel, the staff’s conduct did not reflect that standard. A hotel that serves international guests must provide adequate training and uphold basic standards of courtesy. Without that, it’s difficult to recommend the establishment to others.
The location is near the station. You have to tell the taxi driver to go to Shieki. There is another train station with a similar name in the area.
The Vessel Hotel is known for being friendly and clean, I admit that it is clean, but I am not sure if it is friendly. The machines do everything. Check-in and check-out.
Other than that, the location is good because it is near the central station, and the rooms are clean and spacious for Japanese accommodations. .
And the public bath on the 3rd floor is also comfortable. .
Overall,I don't think the cost-effectiveness is very good. I felt it was expensive.
If you're looking for a convenient and comfortable place to stay in Matsuyama, this hotel is a solid choice. Located just a short walk from Matsuyama City Station, it's perfect for travelers who want easy access to transportation, local shops and restaurants.
One of the charming perks of this hotel is the complimentary ice cream offered to guests every evening from 7pm to 9pm. There are three flavors to choose from refreshing orange, creamy milk and a mix of both. It's a sweet touch that adds a bit of fun to your stay.
Check-in is a self-service process, which is smooth and efficient. The lobby is clean and welcoming, and the overall atmosphere of the hotel is pleasant and well-maintained.
There is only minor drawback that is the bathroom. It is a bit on the small side. While everything is clean and functional, guests who prefer more spacious facilities might find it slightly cramped.
Convenient location and very spacious room with wonderful view, breakfast was delicious with a wonderful variety. You can try 5 different orange juices as well.
They give bottled water only on the first day. And you will have to call the front desk if you require room cleaning but they will replace your towels and clear your trash if you place it
outside your door and they won't be enter your room.
There's a limousine bus just below the hotel, but the timing might not match what is written on the board, do cater some buffer time for this.
We enjoyed our stay at the hotel. It's location right above Matsuyama City station made our commutes easy and convenient. The room was clean, well-equipped and breakfast buffet was excellent and value for money. We only wished that the TV had netflix or youtube but it was a minor bugbear. Worth a stay if you are in Matsuyama.
Great location and great selection of shops and restaurants nearby. Tram connects to lots of places. Breakfast buffet was great with options to try local foods. They had 5 kinds of local citrus juices and tai-meshi. Public bathroom was interesting as well. Highly recommended.
2番地2号, 5 Chome-2 Minatomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0012, Japan•
Business park
Okaido Shopping Street is a vibrant and expansive shopping arcade located in the heart of Matsuyama. This bustling area features an array of shops, including the well-known Matsuyama Mitsukoshi department store and the Aeru Matsuyama shopping complex, making it a perfect destination for both retail therapy and dining experiences.
Very nice shopping arcade. A lot of stores and food to check out!
Iyotetsu tram station is on the main street, easy access!
Roger A — Google review
With many shops shuttered, Okaido is no longer the shopping arcade that I would recommend. It was a much more vibrant scene 2 years ago. Something needs to be done to revitalise the dead street.
Main shopping street! You could have your meals and shopping done in the vicinity. You could also go for onsen at Check-In Matsuyama Hotel at the corner!
Lots of shops and eateries. I was surprised to find a Krispy Cream Donuts, which had several Japanese themed treats.
There is also a really good Japanese bakery down by the entrance of the Don Quixote, Boulangerie, recommend checking it out. Their pastries are light and not sugary.
Bright, open and weather proof space. A great place for experiencing local life.
Like any regular shopping street but wider walking path and less rowdy.
Cool area to walk around, lots of good stuff to see. There was some craft msrket going on when I was there.
A lot of shops. Also have don donki
2 Chome-２-3 Okaido, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0004, Japan•
Japanese inn
Hotel
Inn
Hotel Kowakuen Haruka is a modern hot spring hotel located in Matsuyama, just 500 meters from Joshin-ji Temple. The hotel offers 4-star accommodation with a garden, restaurant, and 24-hour front desk. It provides free WiFi and optional private parking. The main building of Dogo Onsen is visible from the hotel, offering a picturesque view.
I enjoyed my stay here, staff were welcoming especially Shuhei from front desk was truly awesome, he helped me with arranging transportation to the airport.
The breakfast buffet deserves a mention, plenty of western options available, I loved the Matsuyama tangerine juice Pom was readily available.
Rooms are greatly equipped, with a Japanese style bathroom.
The hotel and spa is meticulously clean and well maintained. There is an elevator from 1st floor goes down the shopping street which is a great plus for location.
I would 100% be staying again.
Ayşenur U — Google review
All excellent in this place. The hotel itself, the lobby, the location, the spacious room, the great staff. It has got its own onsen which is perfect.
A must stay in hotel.
Provides everything you need for the complete onsen experience!
We stayed one night in this hotel while driving from Kochi to Hiroshima. We were pleasantly surprised to see our room equipped with various sizes of Yukata, two pairs of sandals and baskets to complete the look. Though not planed, walking around town in Yukata feels so authentic and "right".
The hotels‘ onsen was nice too: indoor and outdoor pools, ample spaces for washing, blowdrying and putting on skin care. Open till 1am and then reopen at 6am I think. Not crowded at all even during the Chinese 长周末. Very helpful for guests who don't have time to go to Dogo Onsen.
We parked at the ground open parking lot. It was well organized: when we approached, the concierge greeted us and checked our name again the hotel guest list. Then they assigned a spot to us, and guided us to the spot so there's no confusion at all, even if you don't speak Japanese.
I took a twin bedroom, and the room is not small by Japanese standards. The room comes with nice shelves of yukata to choose from. Bed, pillow, and bedsheet are all comfortable compared to typical Japanese hotels.
The location is surely excellent. It has an elevator that brings you directly to the main dogo onsen area.
The open room is pretty clean and relaxing. The service is good but fall short of excellent.
Staying at Kowakuen Haruka was a truly special experience. I stayed for three nights with both breakfast and dinner buffet included, and everything exceeded my expectations. The food was beautifully presented, and the dinner buffet came with two mains, steak and sashimi, both incredibly fresh and delicious.
The room was spotless and fully equipped with everything I needed. Yukata were also provided, which made relaxing inside the hotel even more enjoyable. The hot spring on the top floor was spacious and offered a lovely view, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring.
The location is excellent, just a few minutes’ walk to Dogo Onsen, making it very convenient for sightseeing.
But what made the stay truly memorable was the exceptional hospitality. All the staff were kind, professional, and attentive. One moment that stood out was when I was heading out and it was raining, a staff member at the entrance not only handed me an umbrella but also opened it for me with a warm smile and wished me a wonderful day. Small gestures like this made a big impression.
They also helped arrange luggage delivery to my next hotel, which was incredibly helpful. I highly recommend this hotel and would love to stay here again.
Beautiful hotel with spacious clean rooms. The entire hotel is modern. The room we stayed in had a huge balcony with a great view of Dogo onsen building and the city skyline. There’s an automated parking garage for your car (extra charge for parking). The hotel has a side entrance and walkway to access the Dogo onsen building and shops. There’s a private onsen room that you can reserve for an hour if you want to. Otherwise the public baths are on the roof top level.
The only negative thing about our stay was their breakfast was very average and lacking. Some of the business hotels we stayed on the trip had a better buffet breakfast than what this expensive hotel had. So if I visit again, I’d definitely not pay for breakfast option.
The hotel staff really took their jobs seriously, and the hotel felt very clean, beautiful, and fancy. The location was incredible, and the view even more so. I stayed in the cute zoo sponsored room.
Very convenient for Dogo onsen and shopping area. The hotel sits up on a hill, but has an elevator directly to the Dogo onsen pavilion. Neat piano concert in the lobby in the evening and friendly helpful staff, at least some of whom are fluent English speakers. We sent our luggage ahead of us by Takkyubin and it was waiting for us in our room when we arrived.
Also, the included on-site hot spring spa on the top floor is awesome, much larger than Dogo onsen itself and has a partially outdoor section overlooking the city. Be sure to stop by.
1-1 Dogosagidanicho, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0836, Japan•
Japanese-style business hotel
Hotel
Comfort Hotel Matsuyama offers simply decorated rooms in a laid-back setting, centrally located in Matsuyama. The hotel provides amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi, a buffet breakfast, and recreational opportunities like bicycle rentals. With 197 guestrooms featuring fireplaces and flat-screen TVs, the hotel also offers self check-in using machines and friendly staff assistance. Conveniently situated near Matsuyama city station, the hotel is praised for its clean and spacious rooms, helpful staff, and surprise breakfast offerings.
It's not a so-called "5-star hotel" but I give 5 stars based on “good value for money." First, the room like most hotel rooms in Japan is not big but very comfortable due to good interior design. Secondly, the location is good, close to train station and markets but in a quite lane.
Hsiaoming ( — Google review
Great location. The cafe/restaurant offers complimentary drinks throughout the day. The room was spacious enough for 3 big suitcases. No pillows for children who bedshare. The ladies at breakfast are very kind, but the food itself is just alright as there isn’t much variety. For the price point we’d definitely stay here again.
Rooms were clean, had enough amenities. Wish the pillows had a bit more heft in them.
Breakfast had a lot of options but quality was below some other free hotel breakfasts we've had on this trip. I also think they're switching to pay for breakfast soon. There was about a 15 min wait for breakfast as well.
Nice they had a lounge you could chill in during the day and grab some coffee/tea.
Walking distance to Matsuyama Castle and close to some trams/buses.
We stayed here for a martial arts seminar. I am very glad that we did. The weather did not help as it was quite hot. The room was excellent as I slept like a log. Breakfast was lovely as it had an excellent range of food that I liked. The location was marvellous as we were able to get a little bit of sight seeing via tram which was a bonus. Staff at the desk were very helpful considering my inadequate Japanese. I will definitely stay again.
A less than 5 mins walk from Matsuyama Station. Room was spacious and came w all amenities. There is free breakfast available and the breakfast area can be used to consume your own food after the kitchen is closed. The area can be used until 12am if you need a place to consume your own food. The area also came with free coffee, tea, tea bags etc.
Laundry is available with a fee. Matsuyama is a small city town so it's peaceful and slow for ppl wanting to get away from Tokyo and Osaka.
The room and the employees were nice but unfortunately due to a misunderstanding on our part we paid for a parking spot for 2 nights even though for the second night we couldnt use the parking spot next to the hotel since they have a "once you leave the parking spot anyone else can take the spot with no refunds" policy.
For anyone reading this: Make sure to pay for the parking spot day by day.
Also even though there are 5 parking spots only some of them can be used by cars with white number plates, the others are reserved for yellow number plates.
I would still recommend this place because of the nice room and employees.
Exceptionally clean rooms and excellent service from the staff. The breakfast is your usual buffet style for breakfast. It was very good.
Nice hotel downtown in Matsuyama.
Good and soft beds and good location.
Nothing really stands out, but great deal for the price.
3-18 Hanazonomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0005, Japan•
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Shopping mall
Business park
Store
Dogo Shopping Street, also known as Dogo Haikara Avenue, is a vibrant shopping arcade located right in front of the iconic Dogo Onsen Honkan. This lively area is a delightful blend of restaurants, souvenir shops, and entertainment options that include street performers showcasing traditional Japanese music. Unlike some crowded tourist spots, Dogo Shopping Street maintains a clean and inviting atmosphere where each store boasts its own unique charm.
(Translated by Google) There is orange juice when you turn on the tap, and there are many varieties. It is worth experiencing. The Shaoye Mechanical Clock will have a performance every hour, which is also a must-see itinerary
(Original)
水龍頭打開就有橘子汁,還分很多種品種,值得來體驗看看
少爺機關鐘每整點會有表演,也是必看行程
Wenson — Google review
Good place to get Omiyage and souvenirs. They also have places that have orange juice tastings which was cool.
a fun shopping street with many souvenir shops and restaurants. very busy on weekends and holidays!
Close to city center. Very traditional.
(Translated by Google) This shopping street connects Dogo Onsen Main Building and Dogo Onsen Station. It is lined with various souvenir shops, cafes and restaurants, and the street retains a nostalgic charm.
(Original)
這條商店街連接道後溫泉本館和道後溫泉車站，兩旁有著各式的紀念品店、咖啡廳和餐廳，街道保留懷舊的迷人風情。
Shop until you drop. Lots of souvenir shops, food shops, sweet shops and clothing stores all under One roof covering three streets. It was a nice way to get out of the rain.
(Translated by Google) There are a variety of souvenir shops and stores lined up, and it's fun just to walk around and look at them.
There are also public toilets at Tsubaki no Yu, just before the entrance, so you don't have to worry.
Just outside the shopping district is Dogo Onsen Station, where you can also see the Botchan Train and Karakuri Clock.
(Original)
様々なお土産屋さんやお店が並んでおり、見て歩くだけで楽しいです。
入口手前にある、椿の湯のところに、みんなのトイレもあり、安心です。
また商店街を出たところに、道後温泉駅もあり、坊ちゃん列車やからくり時計もあります。
(Translated by Google) This arcade street stretches from Dogo Onsen Station to the main building of Dogo Onsen. There are many mandarin orange shops, but there are also many souvenir shops scattered around. This shopping street seems to cater more to tourists than to locals. If you walk slowly, browsing the shops, it might take about an hour.
(Original)
道後温泉駅から道後温泉本館まで続くアーケード街。みかん関係のお店が多いけど、お土産もの売り場も多数点在しています。地元民向けというより、観光客向けに特化した感じの商店街です。お店を覗きながらゆっくり歩くと、1時間ほどかかるかもです。
15-23 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan•
Hotel
Japanese-style business hotel
Hotel Vista Matsuyama is a straightforward hotel located just a 2-minute walk from Okaido Station on the Iyo Electric Railway. It's also conveniently situated about a 6-minute walk from the ropeway station of Matsuyama Castle and within walking distance to various attractions such as parks and shopping areas. The hotel offers clean and spacious rooms, with a lobby lounge, coin-operated laundry, and free WiFi.
Very convenient for the sight seeing, shopping and dinning. The centre of Matsuyama. Unique Separated Toilet and Bathroom. There is a free nice Coffee facility on the ground floor, but I didn't notice it until one day before my departure. Very good security to get in the hotel during the night, need the room card key to open the main entrance and the elevator to the room.
All standard toiletries and umbrella are at the ground floor.. One of the best hotels of this price band. I stayed for 5 nights and 1 night. Recommended.. October 2024. S K
Setsuo K — Google review
The price is just OK 12,000¥ including breakfast on weekends. Located just in front of the airport limousine bus drop off point. A minute walk from the tram station.
The room is very good with separate bath and toilet. I requested a room with best view and they assigned me a room with NO VIEW which I believe they did not even read my request properly which caused the big review score point loss.
The breakfast is too expensive 1,800¥ in terms of its quality and varieties of foods and drinks. I regret to choose a plan which included the breakfast. I recommend that you eat somewhere even like McDonalds which is in the arcade near the hotel.
The service of the front is good and friendly.
Hotel Vista Matsuyama has a great location—very convenient for exploring the city and close to shops and transit. However, the room was extremely small, even by Japan standards, and unfortunately had a noticeable body odor when we checked in. We had to keep the window open during the day just to air it out, which wasn’t ideal.
If you're just looking for a place to crash in a central spot, it might work, but the cleanliness and room comfort left a lot to be desired.
Convenient location near all the Matsuyama spots and transit. Rooms were standard JP size but I do like that they gave us a corner room with two windows! My only complaint is that it was a bit dusty and you could see the dust on the ceiling where the AC blows out and the vent in the toilet was also dusty. For people wanting to watch Netflix and YouTube, they did not have a smart TV so it was only cable.
Overall nice place, book if you want to have easy access to Matsuyama!
Great business hotel. Small rooms but big enough. Staff were very friendly in helping us figuring out a public transport timetable. Location is great for sightseeing in the cities, little less so for day trips as it's a while to the station.
Very close to attractions, especially the Castle. You can walk there. Room is quite small but very convenience.
Very beautiful hotel, staff can speak English.
Have free drink bar. The bathroom is big and comfortable.
I stayed in two different rooms at various times during my recent trip, and overall I think this is a very good choice for a hotel in Matsuyama.
Advantages:
-Great location near all the areas of interest for visitors and super convenient for various types of public transport (local and long-distance buses, trams)
-Clean and well-maintained
-Kind and multi-lingual staff
-Great shower/tub room which is separate from the toilet
I just have some small complaints:
-The pillows had a slightly musty smell that you can notice if you sleep on your stomach. This was worse in the first room I stayed in and irritated my allergies a little bit. It was barely noticeable but still present in the second room.
-The sink is outside of the bathroom, where there is carpet. It’s impossible not to drip water on the carpet when you dry your hands. This makes me worried about the possibility for mildew in the carpet… I think it would be better if they had tile or wood floors around the sink area.
-There is no iron in the room. Actually, I requested one, but they only delivered the ironing board and not the iron. Oops! It was a funny mistake to me as a casual traveler, but might have been a hassle if I was a business person who really needed the iron 😅
Overall, still a great hotel and excellent value for the price!
3 Chome-3-5 Ichibancho, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0001, Japan•
Japanese inn
Hotel
Onsen
Yamatoya Besso is a charming inn located in Matsuyama, featuring serene rooms, some with open-air tubs and a courtyard garden. The 4-star ryokan offers a tranquil atmosphere with allergy-free rooms and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy the traditional sukiya-zukuri style accommodations built entirely from Japanese cypress wood. The inn provides top-class traditional Japanese hospitality, including Kaiseki-style dinners made from fresh local ingredients served in-room.
The breakfast is very nice, and served at your room at agreed schedule.
The decoration inside the room is wonderful, attached photos are the decorating corner right inside our guest room this time.
For anyone who knows kanji, one can easily appreciate they named the guest rooms in a poetic manner. All rooms in 1st floor use name of flower with only one kanji characters; rooms in 2nd floor use two kanji characters name; while the rooms in 3rd floors use three kanji characters name. This definitely provide a bonus poetic feeling for travelers.
Pretor K — Google review
We had a wonderful two-night stay at Yamatoya Besso, perched right above Dogo Onsen—an ideal location that feels both central and secluded. The entire experience was peaceful and relaxing from start to finish.
Our room came with a private bath that was perfect for soaking in after long walks around town. The public bath was equally well-maintained and serene, with beautiful design touches that matched the ryokan’s traditional charm.
One of the most memorable parts was the incredibly generous meals. Every dish was carefully prepared and beautifully presented, but the portions were so large I was already full by the third course! It’s a true feast, so come hungry.
Guests also have complimentary access to the historic Yamatoya Honten’s bathhouse nearby, where they offer free-flow Ehime mikan juice, local sake, and snacks—such a thoughtful touch that made the experience feel even more special.
The staff were consistently professional, attentive, and warm, adding to the sense of quiet luxury. If you're looking for a tranquil escape with refined service and rich local hospitality, Yamatoya Besso is a perfect choice.
Great hospitality in the most traditional Japanese experience you can ask for. Outdoor onsen bath is so tranquil and zen. Indoor bath is also equally relaxing. Good is of great fresh local produce. And I absolute love our host, NaNa-san who took such good care of us.
If I may say so, the level of service at your esteemed hotel truly impressed me. From the exquisitely prepared cuisine arranged by the head chef and the attentive service provided by your staff, to the relaxing onsen in the guest room, I was thoroughly satisfied. I sincerely thank your hotel for creating a perfect travel experience for me.
With views of famous Dogo Onsen, this traditional Matsuyama ryokan is centrally located yet also feels private.
Parking: we arrived by car and there are a few parking spaces available near the quiet entrance.
The tatami rooms, art, and generous refreshing welcome drinks (orange juice from the region or tea) and yokan snack were a wonderful summer welcome for our party.
The public onsen feels quiet and have an option of indoor or outdoor onsen, and the beer on tap outside the onsen along with ice pops is a luxury!
Food: we opted only for breakfast during our stay; as we were a party of 6 instead of in-room dining we had a private, beautifully lit room for our multi-course meal.
Staff: Everyone was kind and welcoming, a wonderful traditional stay in Matsuyama where someone guides you personally to your rooms and explains the facilities and perks.
Bonus: We were provided outside yukata we could wear around the area and have access to a sister onsen nearby, too. Geta are provided for your walk and if you choose to go to Dogo onsen, a basket with towels for the occasion as well. We felt really taken care of and it was a wonderful stay, we would love to come back one day.
Yamatoya Besso is the address if you want to stay at a traditional Ryokan! Close to Dogo Onsen and a shopping street the location is unbeatable. The staff made us feel very welcome and are happy to help with recommendations and questions. The private onsen in the hotel was a treat for us as first-time goers and the free beer after the cherry on top. Highly recommend!
Provide relaxing and delightful staying experience. Has private bath in room and tranquil public bath as well.
Top class traditional style Japanese Ryokan. Situated in the center of Dogo Onsen, a few steps from the original hot spring source.
The food is Kaiseki style dinner, served in the room. Made of fresh local ingredients.
If you want to experience traditional Japanese hospitality, this is the place to go.
2-27 Dogosagidanicho, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0836, Japan•
Shinto shrine
Shrine
Katsuokahachiman Shrine is a historic shrine located in Katsuoka Town, Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture. It has a long staircase leading to the shrine grounds and a main hall that exudes a sense of calm and history. The shrine is known for its association with Emperor Ojin and the ritual of serving sacred sake on New Year's Day. Visitors can also obtain a goshuin stamp at the shrine office for a fee.
(Translated by Google) For the first time, I was able to go up to the main shrine and pray.
It was a calm main shrine that gave you a sense of history.
Its history is written in detail on the historic stone monument.
There is also a famous one-piece stone monument.
It was a wonderful company.
Thank you for visiting us.
(Original)
初めて本殿まで上がり、お詣りすることができました。
歴史を感じさせる落ち着きのある本殿でした。
由緒の石碑には詳細にその歴史が書き込まれてあります。
有名な一体走りの石碑もあります。
とても素晴らしいお社でございました。
お詣りできましたこと感謝いたします。
二礼二拍手 — Google review
(Translated by Google) I stopped by for the first time. There were a lot of stairs, so it was a nice walk. The precincts are kept clean and have a very relaxing atmosphere. There are many high-quality trees on the opposite mountain, so it's easy to imagine that there will be a variety of butterflies flying around in early summer. Let's come and observe insects once. Is there a parking lot somewhere?
(Original)
初めて立ち寄りました。階段が多く、結構歩いて良いお散歩になりました。境内は綺麗に清掃されており、とても落ち着く雰囲気です。反対側の山には良質の樹木が多いことから、初夏にはいろいろな蝶々が飛んでいるだろうなーっと安易に想像がつく。一度昆虫観察にも来てみよう。駐車場はドコにあるんだろうか？
(Translated by Google) I walked slowly from the Otorii gate to the Myojin torii/main shrine.The stairs were quite long, and the wall of stone pillars built with the dedication of many people led up to the main shrine in an orderly manner👀!! ️Both the worship hall and the main shrine were solidly built and had a unique atmosphere!! ️
(Original)
大鳥居から明神鳥居・本殿までゆっくり歩いて参拝して来ました🎵階段も結構長めで多くの御奉賛で造られた石柱の壁が整然と本殿まで続いていました👀‼️拝殿・本殿共に重厚な造りで独特な雰囲気がありました‼️
(Translated by Google) This is a shrine where a running race is held at the Matsuyama Regional Festival.
After passing through the large torii gate and walking for a while, you will see a long staircase leading to the shrine grounds.
When you reach the end and finish climbing the stairs on the left, you will see the main hall. Since it is a local shrine ⛩, there were no worshipers. The shrine office is located down the side street at the entrance. I got a goshuin stamp for 300 yen.
(Original)
松山地方祭で一体走りが行われる神社です。
大鳥居をくぐり、しばらく進むと境内への長い階段が見えてきます。
突当たって、左の階段を登り終えると本堂が見えて来ます。地元の神社⛩なので参拝者は居ませんでした。社務所は登り口の横道を進むとあります。御朱印は300円で頂けました。
(Translated by Google) It is a historic shrine that is dedicated to many gods⛩️I used to have a fortune-teller there.
(Original)
何体もの神様を奉っている由緒ある神社です⛩️以前、厄落しをしてもらいました。
(Translated by Google) I will never forget the kindness they showed me at short notice.
(Original)
急な対応して、頂きました。この恩は、絶対に忘れません。
(Translated by Google) It is a pleasant shrine that is always kept clean.
(Original)
いつも綺麗に清掃され、気持ちのいい神社⛩です。
(Translated by Google) Even though I live in the Katsuoka Hachiman area, I'm being charged for festival fees like it's a rip-off. The long-time residents may have faith, but I have no faith at all. Furthermore, there will be no festival this year due to the coronavirus. Even though it was said to be the cost of a festival, it just feels like a rip-off.
(Original)
勝岡八幡のエリアに住んでるのにぼったくりみたいに祭りの費用を請求される。古くからの住民は信仰があるかもしれないが私はまったく信仰もない。さらに今年はコロナで祭りもないはずなのに。祭りの費用と言われてもぼったくりにしか思えない。
2592 Katsuokacho, Matsuyama, Ehime 799-2661, Japan•
Shopping mall
Nestled in the heart of Matsuchika Town, this charming locale offers a delightful blend of old-world charm and modern flair. As night falls, the town transforms into a serene haven where friendly locals, especially the welcoming moms, create an inviting atmosphere perfect for unwinding after a long day. Whether you're sipping on wine at BAL or indulging in nostalgic Delhi curry from one of its many eateries, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
(Translated by Google) A while ago I couldn't go underground, but now I can. Matsuchika Town is very useful.
(Original)
少し前は地下へ行けなかったのですが、もう行けるようになっていました。まつちかタウンは大変重宝しております。
Masayuki T — Google review
(Translated by Google) Crispy batter.
A long-established restaurant famous for its tonkatsu, where you can drink from daytime.
(Original)
サックサクの衣。
昼間から飲める老舗トンカツも有名
(Translated by Google) Personally, I think the atmosphere is just right.
(Original)
雰囲気がちょうどいい感じと思って個人的に思います。
(Translated by Google) It's old, but you can get to the station without getting wet in the rain. There are tea and snack shops and restaurants, even if it's not an underground mall. There's also a 100 yen shop where you can withdraw cash, so it's surprisingly convenient. I'm glad a Family Mart opened recently.
(Original)
古さは仕方ないけど雨に濡れずに駅まで行ける。地下街とまでいかなくてもお茶や軽食のお店や御飯屋さんもある。100均もありキャッシュも下ろせるから意外と便利。最近ファミマ出来て良かった。
(Translated by Google) There's CanDo, lots of restaurants with long lines, and a great atmosphere.
Personally, I go there every day via the basement of Takashimaya on my way to the Iyotetsu suburban train platform.
(Original)
CanDoあるし行列飲食店多数あるしひと通りも多いので雰囲気良いです
個人的には伊予鉄道郊外電車ホームまでの道中として高島屋地下経由で毎日通ってます
(Translated by Google) I visited Curry Deli, which I had been interested in for a while. The egg curry was delicious!
(Original)
前から気になっていたカレーデリーさんにお邪魔しました。エッグカレーおいしかったです!
(Translated by Google) It's just a short underground street, nothing special.
(Original)
就是一條很短的地下街，沒什麼特別的
(Translated by Google) This was my second visit to Wine Bar BAL, and my first time there. Matsuchika Town is quiet after 8 p.m. The hostess is approachable and friendly. It seems to be a hangout spot for regulars who can't just go home. Maybe it's because of that, or maybe it's just her personality, but the hostess seems to have a discerning eye for people. Three of us had juice, two glasses of wine, a gin and soda, and whiskey on the rocks, and it came to about 3,000 yen. It was a very conscientious and fun place.
(Original)
ワインバーBALに初めて行きました 二軒目です
夜８時過ぎると まつちかタウンはひっそりとしています
ここのママさんは 話かけやすくフレンドリーです
家にスーッと帰りにくい常連さんの溜まり場でしょうか
そのせいでしょうか 生まれつきでしょうか ここのママさんは 人をみる目が肥えているような感じです
3人で ジュースとワイン２杯 ジンソーダ ウイスキーロックで 3000円くらい
非常に良心的で楽しいお店でした
5 Chome-１-１ 地下街 Minatomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0012, Japan•
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Historical landmark
Sights & Landmarks
Architectural Buildings
Historic Sites
Good place
Nakano K — Google review
There is nothing to look at.
It is waste time and money
It's pretty and quiet (January)
(Translated by Google) Admission fee is 50 yen
I received a cute bookmark instead of a ticket.
There was no one in charge inside Shikido.
Some of the items are quite rare and valuable, so I was worried about whether they would be okay.
You can see Shiki's study room and desk.
I thought it was small but full of photos, letters, and manuscripts.
There is also a trolley train in front of Shikido, and you can go inside.
It was called Botchan Train.
(Original)
参観料50円です
チケットの代わりにかわいい栞をもらいました
子規堂内には係の人がいませんでした
かなりレアで貴重な物もあるので大丈夫かなと心配になりました
子規の勉強部屋や机が見られます
写真や手紙、原稿など小さいですが充実していると思いました
子規堂の前にはトロッコ列車も置いてあり中にも入れます
坊ちゃん列車とのことでした
(Translated by Google) Shikido is the restored house on the grounds of Shoshuji Temple where Shiki Masaoka, the founder of modern haiku, lived until he was 17 years old.
There is a reception desk on the right side of the front of "Shoshuji", and the normal admission fee is 50 yen. This time, I heard that a small fan was 100 yen and included in the admission fee, so I bought it.
Payment can be made with electronic money. It's a convenient world.
You can enter the building with your shoes on. The desk used by Masaoka Shiki, his ink, his belongings, and photographs were on display.
In the plaza in front of Shiki-do, there was a display of the Botchan Train Passenger Car, which appears in the novel Botchan by Natsume Soseki, who had a close relationship with Shiki Masaoka.
There was a ``Monument to Shiki and Baseball'' next to the passenger car.
(Original)
近代俳句の創始者・正岡子規が１７歳まで暮らした家を「正宗寺」の敷地内に復元したのが「子規堂」です。
「正宗寺」の正面右手に受付がありますので、通常の入館料は５０円。今回は、小さな団扇が１００円で入館料込だとのことで、それを購入しました。
支払いは電子マネーでOK。便利な世の中です。
建物の中には土足のまま入れます。正岡子規が使っていた机や遺墨や遺品や写真などが展示されていました。
「子規堂」の前の広場には、正岡子規と交流があった夏目漱石の小説「坊っちゃん」に登場する「坊っちゃん列車の客車」が展示されていました。
客車の隣に「子規と野球の碑」がありました。
(Translated by Google) It is located near a temple called Shoshu-ji Temple. If you pay 50 yen at the reception, you will receive a nice retro ticket.
Inside, you can see Masaoka Shiki's study room and materials. It is located near the station, so if you come to Matsuyama, be sure to check it out.
(Original)
正宗寺というお寺のそばにあります。受付で50円払うとレトロ感ある良いチケットが貰えます。
中では正岡子規の勉強部屋や資料が見れます。駅のそばにあるので松山に来た際には是非。
(Translated by Google) "Matsuyama City: Shikido"
I stopped here on a motorcycle tour in July 2025. The parking lot is spacious and there is a dedicated area for motorcycles.
The admission fee is 50 yen. This "Shikido" is a memorial hall that restored the former home of haiku poet Masaoka Shiki, where he lived until he was 17 years old.
Shiki's favorite desk, sketchbook, handwritten manuscripts, ink, photographs, and other personal belongings are on display, giving a sense of his academic life.
Inside, a study room of about 3 tatami mats has been reproduced, and you can touch literary materials that convey his keen sensibilities.
This is a valuable spot to touch on the history of literature, haiku, and modern Japanese culture.
(Original)
「松山市：子規堂」
2025年7月にバイクツーリングで立ち寄りました。駐車場は広めでバイク専用の場所もありました。
入館料50円です。この「子規堂」は、俳人・正岡子規が17歳まで過ごした旧宅を復元した記念堂です。
子規愛用の机や写生帖、直筆原稿や遺墨、写真などの遺品が展示され、生前の学業生活が感じられます。
内部には３畳ほどの勉強部屋が再現され、彼の鋭敏な感性を伝える文学資料に触れることができます。
文学史・俳句史や近代日本の文化史に触れる貴重なスポットです。
(Translated by Google) It's located in the temple grounds. The admission fee is 50 yen, which is quite cheap these days, so I thought I must have heard something wrong and asked again. It seems to be a very hobby-oriented facility, with exhibits such as a map showing the route Shiki Masaoka took and poems by participants in poetry gatherings.
(Original)
お寺の境内にある。見学料は50円、今どき一寸無い安さなので、聞き間違いかと思い聞き直してしまった。正岡子規が散歩した道を示した地図や、歌会の参加者の歌の展示など、かなり趣味性が強い施設だと思った。
16-3 Suehiromachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0023, Japan•
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Buddhist temple
Sights & Landmarks
Historic Sites
Points of Interest & Landmarks
I was surprised by the beauty. The main temple is about 300 meters from the office and the temple is much older.
Mike B — Google review
So ancient,, so solemn.. I have my share of tiredness this time. The temperature was 35 deg C when I scaled it,,, I was sweating hard cycling but I tried. The reward was worth it... on top was a great sight.. hidden within a forest is the awesome Temple 52 of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage.. pls. come and visit it,,, I really admire the place,, the temple construction.. the solemnity of the spirit of religion.
Beautiful
Nice temple but the vibe was chaotic during my visit. Loads of cars. Construction workers yelling and a bunch of people sitting around talking and laughing. I regret traipsing all the way up there!
National treasure
(Translated by Google) 2025.6
After passing the Niou Gate at the foot of the mountain, you still have to walk 350 meters, but it is still a bit hard because it is uphill. However, the temple should be hidden in the mountains, so that you can get out of the hustle and bustle and enter the quiet and cleansing effect. When you go up to the main hall, you can enjoy the shade of the trees, the sound of water, and the breeze. You still have to walk the road.
(Original)
2025.6
走過山下的仁王門，還要走350米，但這是上坡路，還是有點辛苦，但寺廟本應藏深山，才能有走出喧囂，步入清幽的洗滌作用吧。上到本堂，得享林蔭水聲清風，路還是得用腳走。
(Translated by Google) 52 Bantaisanji Temple is a bit far from the city center, and the approach road is lined with fields, offering a breathtaking view. The wooden entrance gate is visibly old, yet still very sturdy.
The main hall is a bit far away, requiring a roughly 250-meter climb from the gate to the main hall. The climb isn't difficult, but carrying a backpack will still make you breathless. However, once you reach the main hall, you'll instantly feel the climb is worth it.
The main hall is large, enshrining the Eleven-Headed Kannon Bodhisattva. The roof and pillar structure are magnificent. The stone lanterns, Buddha statues, and trees are naturally arranged within the grounds, like old friends who have been part of the temple's life for many years.
When I visited, there weren't many tourists, so I took my time walking around and admiring the details. As I left, I looked back at the main hall; it was truly impressive.
(Original)
52 番太山寺離市區有一點距離，走過來的路旁很多田地，景色很開闊。入口是木造的山門，看得出來有年代感，但還是很穩固。
本堂的位置有點遠，從山門到本堂要爬大約 250 公尺的坡，道路不算難走，但背著背包的話還是會微喘。不過爬上去之後看到本堂，立刻覺得很值得。
本堂規模很大，供奉的是十一面觀音菩薩，屋頂和梁柱的結構很壯觀。境內的石燈籠、佛像和樹木分布得很自然，像是長年陪著寺院生活的老朋友。
來的時候遊客不多，可以慢慢繞一圈欣賞細節。離開時回頭再看一眼本堂，真的很有氣勢。
(Translated by Google) Taisanji Temple also has a National Treasure building.
Starting at 44, we went to 45, 47, 46, 48, 49, 50, and 51, and we still managed to visit as many as we could this day.
From the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage Association website
The founder, Mano Choja, is said to have built the hall overnight, and the story is interesting.
The Choja was making charcoal for bellows in Bungo (Oita), but after receiving a divine message, he married Otsuhime, the daughter of Minister Kuga, and his luck improved and he became very wealthy. In 587, while sailing to Osaka for business, he encountered a severe storm and prayed to Kannon for safety, and was saved on the shores of Takahama. To repay this favor, he made a great wish to build a temple, and gathered craftsmen from Bungo to prepare the wooden frame for the main hall, which is 66 shaku wide and 81 shaku deep, and then shipped it off. Arriving at Takahama with a favorable wind, the construction continued through the night and the main hall was completed as the morning sun shone brilliantly. It has since been said to have been "built in a single night."
Later, in 739, at the request of Emperor Shomu (reigned 724-49), Gyoki Bodhisattva carved an eleven-headed Kannon statue and placed a small Kannon statue that Mano Choja had found on Mount Takiun inside the statue, making it the principal image. The temple flourished during the reign of Empress Koken (reigned 749-58), and was a spectacular sight with seven buildings and 66 temples. Kobo Daishi visited the temple in his later years during the Tencho era (824-34), performed a goma offering ritual, and converted from Hosso Buddhism to Shingon Buddhism.
Six generations of emperors, including Emperor Go-Reizei (reigned 1045-68), Go-Sanjo, Horikawa, Toba, Sutoku, and Konoe, donated eleven-headed Kannon statues to the temple. Each statue is around 150cm tall, and is a designated Important Cultural Property along with the principal image of the temple, the eleven-headed Kannon. They are enshrined in a cabinet in the inner sanctuary of the main hall. The current main hall is the third to be built since Choja, but it is the largest in Esoteric Shingon Buddhism and is a national treasure.
(Original)
こちらも国宝建造物がある太山寺。
44スタートで45.47.46.48.49.50.51と来てまだまだこの日回れるだけ回りました。
四国八十八ヶ所霊場会HPより
開基とされる真野長者、その長者が一夜にして御堂を建てたという縁起は興味深い。
長者は豊後（大分）でふいごの炭焼きをしていたが、神のお告げで久我大臣の娘・王津姫と結婚、いらい運が開けて大富豪となった。用明2年（587）、商いのため船で大阪に向かうとき大暴風雨に遭い、観音さまに無事を祈願したところ、高浜の岸で救われた。この報恩にと一宇の建立を大願し、豊後の工匠を集めて間口66尺、奥行き81尺の本堂を建てる木組みを整えて船積みした。順風をうけて高浜に到着、夜を徹して組み上げ、燦然と朝日が輝くころに本堂は建ち上がった。いらい「一夜建立の御堂」と伝えられている。
その後、天平11年（739）に聖武天皇（在位724〜49）の勅願をうけて、行基菩薩が十一面観音像を彫造し、その胎内に真野長者が瀧雲山で見つけた小さな観音像を納めて本尊にしたという。寺が隆盛したのは孝謙天皇（在位749〜58）のころで、七堂伽藍と66坊を数えるほど壮観であった。弘法大師は晩年の天長年間（824〜34）に訪れ、護摩供の修法をされて、それまでの法相宗から真言宗に改宗している。
のち、後冷泉天皇（在位1045〜68）をはじめに、後三条、堀河、鳥羽、崇徳、近衛の6代にわたる各天皇が、十一面観音像を奉納されている。いずれも像高は150ｃｍ前後で、本尊の十一面観音像とともに国の重要文化財。本堂内陣の厨子に安置されている。なお現本堂は長者の建立から3度目だが、真言密教では最大規模を誇り国宝である。
1730 Taisanjicho, Matsuyama, Ehime 799-2662, Japan•
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Buddhist temple
Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Sairinji has a very large front gate. The grounds are small and there is a very beautiful garden with a koi pond near the temple office.
Mike B — Google review
Nice 🙂
(Translated by Google) It was a well-maintained temple with a spacious temple grounds and a wonderful atmosphere.
Toilet information
There are clean flush toilets.
Vending machine, rest area
There are benches and other areas where you can sit and rest.
There are no tables, but there is a roof so you can organize your belongings even on rainy days.
There are no vending machines, but it's in the city so it wasn't really an inconvenience.
(Original)
ゆとりある境内にお手入れも行き届いていて素敵な雰囲気のお寺でした。
トイレ情報
綺麗な水洗トイレがありす。
自販機、休憩スペース
ベンチなど座って休めるスペースがあります。
テーブルなどはありませんが、屋根があるので雨の日も荷物の整理ができそうです。
自販機はありませんが市街地なので特に不便はなかったです。
(Translated by Google) 48 Fanxilin Temple has no main gate at the entrance, so the feeling of entering is very direct, lacking any sense of formal ceremony. The main hall, dedicated to the Tathagata, is simple and solemn, with a light aroma of incense and a refreshing air.
The temple itself is small but well-maintained, and the flowers and stone lanterns in the courtyard are charming. Numerous trees line the approach, ensuring a cool summer. With few tourists, the area is particularly quiet, allowing for a leisurely stroll and exploration.
Despite the lack of a main gate, the temple feels more intimate, like a small temple encountered on a stroll, where one can casually enter to pay respects, rest, and then continue their journey.
(Original)
48 番西林寺，入口沒有山門，所以走進來的感覺很直接，少了那種正式的儀式感。本堂供奉的是如來，堂內簡樸莊嚴，香火味不重，空氣很清新。
寺院本身不大，但整理得很好，庭院裡的花草和石燈籠很有味道。參道兩側種了不少樹，夏天應該很涼快。因為沒有太多遊客，這裡特別安靜，可以慢慢走、慢慢看。
雖然沒有山門，但反而讓人覺得更親切，像是在散步途中遇到的一座小寺，隨意進去參拜、歇口氣，再繼續走遍路的路程。
(Translated by Google) It is located about 8 minutes by car from Yasaka-dera Temple, the 47th temple.
The temple is located in a residential area and is a flat area that is easy to visit.
There is a stream in front of the temple, where aquatic plants called ``teregi'' (used to make sashimi) grow wild, and are designated as a natural monument of Matsuyama City.
It was a relatively well-maintained temple with buildings and temples, so it was quite nice.
The sect of Seirinji is the Toyozan sect of the Shingon sect, with Mt. Kiyotaki as the mountain name and Anyoin as the inn name, and the eleven-faced Kanzeon Bodhisattva as the principal image.
(Original)
47番札所八坂寺から車で約8分位の所にあります。
場所的には住宅街の中にあり、平地で参拝し易いお寺です。
寺の前に小川があり、「ていれぎ」と呼ばれ水草(刺し身のツマに使われる)が自生しており、松山市の天然記念物になっています。
比較的建物や寺院も整備されたお寺で、中々よかったです。
西林寺の宗派は、真言宗豊山派で、清滝山が山号、安養院が院号で、十一面観世音菩薩が本尊です。
(Translated by Google) The suburban temple has convenient transportation and beautiful gardening in the temple.
(Original)
市郊靈場交通方便、寺內園藝造景優美
(Translated by Google) Sairinji Temple is No. 48 of the 88 Sacred Sites of Shikoku. The principal image is the Eleven-faced Kannon. It's a temple on flat land, and it's close to the parking lot. Maybe there weren't even stairs? A nice breeze was blowing in the temple grounds, and the clouds were moving slowly. There is a famous water nearby that is said to have been created by Mr. Kobo with his cane, but we will not visit it this time. The lotus flowers were blooming seasonally and were beautiful. I was able to visit in a wonderful atmosphere. thank you.
(Original)
四国八十八ヶ所霊場第48番西林寺さん。御本尊は十一面観音様。平地のお寺さんですし駐車場からもすぐ。もしかしたら階段すらなかったかも？境内はいい風が吹いていて雲がゆっくり流れていました。近くには弘法さんが杖をついて水をわきださせたという名水があるのですが今回はスルー。季節的に蓮の花が咲いていて綺麗でした。素敵な空気感でお参りが出来ました。ありがとうございます。
(Translated by Google) This is temple number 48 on the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage.
It is located along the prefectural road.
Just after turning, there is a large free parking lot in front of the mountain gate, which leads to the temple grounds.
It is located on flat ground and is compact, making it very easy to visit.
However, please be aware that visibility is poor when you set out and exit onto the prefectural road.
(Original)
四国八十八ヶ所巡りの48番札所です。
県道沿いの立地です。
曲がってすぐ、山門前に広い無料駐車場があり、境内につながっています。
平地の立地でこじんまりとしていて、とても参拝しやすいです。
但し、出発して県道に出る時に見通しが悪いのでご注意下さい。
1007 Takaimachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 791-1111, Japan•
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Sights & Landmarks
Sacred & Religious Sites
Hantaji is small and not very impressive but the day I was there, some local people had laid out a beautiful mosaic under the temple bell with hundreds of flowers. It was beautiful and many people were taking videos and pictures of it.
Mike B — Google review
It was almost dark when I came here. It's been such a long day, and I've walked 25 kilometers. I'm in bed now and my legs hurt. I didn't talk to anybody when I was here. I got to rub some lotion on my legs too. They're really dry. There was nobody to talk to me. It's time to brush my teeth. Do you like my pictures? I guess I could live here. Good night; sorry for the random thoughts
(Translated by Google) The path to the temple is through a quiet residential area, but the road is narrow, so if you're driving, it might be a little scary if you're not used to driving.
The temple was on a hill with a nice view.
Toilet information
It's right after you pass through the gate.
Men and women were clearly separated, and there was a stand to put your luggage.
Vending machines, rest area
There are no vending machines, but it's in a city area so it's not really an inconvenience.
There are many benches with great views where you can sit and take a break.
(Original)
お寺へは閑静な住宅地街を抜けて行くのですが、道幅が狭いので車で行く場合運転に慣れていないと少し怖いかもしれません。
お寺は高台で見晴らしもよく素敵でした。
トイレ情報
門をくぐってすぐにあります。
男女がしっかり分かれていて、荷物を置く台もありました。
自販機、休憩所
自販機はありませんが市街地なので特に不便しません。
見晴らしのいいところにベンチがたくさんあって座って休憩できます。
(Translated by Google) 2025/04/01
I visited on the pilgrimage route.
There is a parking lot.
It is located on a hilltop through a residential area, overlooking the city of Matsuyama.
It is a famous cherry blossom spot in spring, and there were people who were not pilgrims coming to take pictures of the cherry blossoms.
The spacious grounds made for a pleasant visit.
(Original)
2025/04/01
お遍路で訪れました。
駐車場もあります。
住宅街を通り高台にあり、松山市内の街を見下ろせます。
春は桜の名所のようで、お遍路以外の方も桜の写真を撮りに来ている方がいました。
広い敷地で気持ちの良い参拝ができました。
(Translated by Google) Ban Fanta-ji Temple is located on the edge of Matsuyama City and is quite easy to find. The first thing you see upon entering is the age-worthy gate, its wood deeply stained by time. Beyond the gate lies the main hall, dedicated to the Medicine Buddha.
Although the temple is small, it boasts a wealth of details. Next to the main hall is a Jizo Hall, and several small Buddha statues are scattered around the courtyard. Because it's located in the city, there are more visitors than in the suburbs, but overall it's very quiet and not noisy.
From here, you can continue to Dogo Onsen, a perfect place to refresh yourself before continuing on to your next stop.
(Original)
50 番繁多寺就在松山市區邊邊，位置蠻好找。走進去第一眼看到的是很有年代感的山門，木頭顏色已經被歲月染得深深的。穿過山門後就是本堂，供奉的是藥師如來。
寺院雖然不大，但細節很多，本堂旁邊有個地藏堂，還有幾尊小佛像散落在庭院角落。因為在市區，來參拜的人比郊區多一些，但整體還是很安靜，不會覺得吵。
從這裡可以順路接著去道後溫泉，走遍路的話剛好能在這裡補充一下心情，再繼續下一站。
(Translated by Google) Hantaji Temple, the 50th sacred site in Shikoku, has a deep connection with historical figures, and boasts a history of over 1,000 years, having been visited by Kobo Daishi and Ippen Shonin, the founder of the Jishu sect.
At the main gate of Hanta-ji Temple, the Kongo Rikishi statue that is often seen at sacred sites cannot be seen.
A highlight is the ceiling paintings of the Bell Tower.
Others include a statue of Kangiten.
Although it is located a little far from a residential area and on a bit of a hill, it is relatively easy to visit.
The sect is the Shingon sect, Toyoyama school, and the principal image is Yakushi Nyorai.
Higashiyama is the mountain name, and Rukoin is the inn name.
(Original)
四国霊場50番札所の繁多寺は、歴史上の人物との縁も深く、弘法大師や時宗開祖の一遍上人も訪れた1000年以上の歴史を誇る寺院です。
繁多寺の山門には、霊場で良く見る金剛力士像が見られません。
見所としては、鐘つき堂いくつかの天井画見られます。
その他には、歓喜天像などがあります。
住宅街から少し離れた所にありますが、少し高台にありますが比較的参拝しやすいです。
宗派は真言宗豊山派、本尊は薬師如来です。
東山が山号で、瑠光院が院号です。
(Translated by Google) This is a simple temple with only the main halls: the Main Hall, Daishi Hall, and Bishamon Hall.
It's well-organized, so I think it takes about 10 minutes to walk around.
(Original)
本堂、大師堂、毘沙門堂、とメインのお堂はこれだけのシンプルな札所です。
整然としているのでだいたい所要時間は10分くらいかなと思います。
(Translated by Google) Shigeta-ji Temple is the 50th of the 88 temples in Shikoku. The principal image is Yakushi Nyorai. The temple is on flat ground, so it is easy to visit. There was also a retro public phone. The painting on the ceiling of the Bell Tower was so vivid that I took a photo of it as a souvenir. There is also a hall that enshrines Shoten, and it seems that the shrine is a place where many people have faith. It is said to have a miraculous effect on the prosperity of descendants and business. The shade of the trees and the cool breeze made for a nice visit. thank you.
(Original)
四国八十八ヶ所第50番札所の繁多寺さん。御本尊は薬師如来様。平地のお寺なのでお参りしやすいです。レトロな公衆電話も有りました。鐘突堂の天井絵が鮮やかだったので記念にパシャリ。聖天さんをお祀りしているお堂もあって信仰をあつめられてるようです。子孫繁栄と商売繁盛に霊験あらたかだとか。木陰と風が涼しく、良いお参りが出来ました。ありがとうございます。
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(Translated by Google) Visited on 2025.3.26
The Ubazakura at Daihoji Temple, located in a residential area in Minami Edo, near Matsuyama General Park, was in full bloom.
This temple is known for its main hall, which is designated as a national treasure as the oldest wooden structure in Ehime Prefecture, and is also famous for its ``Ubasakura'' cherry blossoms.
(Original)
2025.3.26に訪問
松山総合公園のそば、南江戸の住宅街に佇む『大宝寺』の「うば桜」は満開でした。
このお寺は本堂が愛媛県内最古の木造建築として国宝に指定されていることで知られていますが、「うば桜」の名所でも有名です
S H — Google review
(Translated by Google) This anecdote about cherry blossoms was translated into English by Lafcadio Hearn (Koizumi Yakumo), so I wonder if it was written in English on the stone monument?The best time to see "Uba Cherry Blossoms (Edohigan)" is around March 15th to March 25th (estimated). I guess it is. There seems to be only one in front of the main hall.
🌸Edo Higan cherry blossoms bloom earlier than Someiyoshino cherry trees and are characterized by their flowers being darker in color. . Even when the cherry blossoms have their leaves, the green leaves and pink petals mix together, creating a beautiful scenery.
This year, it bloomed on March 25th and reached full bloom around April 10th. However, since then the temperature has been high and the flowers seem to have fallen quickly.
Currently, the Edo Higan cherry blossoms at Jorin-ji Temple are in their leafy state, but you can still enjoy the beautiful scenery of the green leaves and pink petals.
🌸The story of ``Ubagakura'' is a ghost story passed down in Matsuyama City. The story goes that a wealthy man who was not blessed with children asked a medicine man for a child, and was blessed with a girl. However, when the girl falls ill, the nurse prays to the pharmacist for her recovery in exchange for her life.
🌸The nanny dies, and the elder plants a cherry tree according to her wish. The cherry blossoms bloomed in flowers that looked like mother's milk and came to be called ``Ubagazakura.''
This story was introduced into English by Yakumo Koizumi and is known as a traditional Japanese ghost story. **
By the time it blooms in late March, only the leaves will be completely green. As of April 2nd, I think it's Someiyoshino cherry blossoms in Hanami Park below.
The parking lot was large and could accommodate 10 cars. It was easy to mistake this temple for Asahi Hachiman Shrine, which is located in front of this temple.If you turn left in front of this temple and go down a narrow road, you will see a place that seems to be integrated with the cherry blossom viewing park at the end. This is the southern slope of the sports park.
(Original)
この桜の逸話がラフカディオ・ハーン（小泉八雲）により英語に訳されているから、石碑に英語記載してたのかな?『うば桜（エドヒガン）』は3/15〜3/25頃（推測)が見頃なのでしょう。本堂前に１本しかないようです。
🌸江戸ヒガン桜は、ソメイヨシノよりも早く咲き、花の色が濃いのが特徴です。。葉桜になっても、緑色の葉とピンク色の花びらが混ざり合い、美しい景色を楽しめます。
今年は3月25日に開花し、4月10日頃に満開になりました。しかし、その後は気温が高く、花が散るのも早かったようです。
現在、常林寺の江戸ヒガン桜は葉桜になっていますが、まだ緑色の葉とピンク色の花びらが混ざり合い、美しい景色を楽しむことができます。
🌸「姥桜」の話は松山市に伝わる怪談です。子どもに恵まれなかった長者がお薬師様に子供を願い、女の子を授かるというものです。しかし、女の子が病にかかり、乳母はお薬師様に命と引き換えに回復を祈ります。
🌸乳母は亡くなり、長者は彼女の願い通り桜の木を植えます。その桜は母乳のような花を咲かせ、「姥桜」と呼ばれるようになりました。
この話は小泉八雲によって英語に紹介され、日本の伝統的な怪談として知られています。**
開花時期が3月下旬には葉のみの緑一色でしょう。4/2の今は、下の花見公園のソメイヨシノ桜だと思います。
駐車場は10台は止めれそうで、広くなっていました。この寺の手前にある朝日八幡神社と間違えやすく、手前で左折して狭い道を行くと、すぐ、突き当りの花見公園と一体になったような場所でした。総合運動公園の南側斜面です。
(Translated by Google) Speaking of Daiho-ji Temple, it is famous for its main hall, which is a national treasure, and its cherry blossoms, but you should definitely check out the bell-throwing hall!
The bell tower is more fun to see than the main hall.
Architecturally, there are many things to see, but the explanations are easy to understand.
Looks great! It's worth going just to feel it
Packed with architectural styles to make it stand out.
(Original)
大寶寺といえば国宝の本堂やうば桜が有名ですが、鐘つき堂をぜひ見てもらいたい！
本堂より鐘つき堂の方が見て楽しい
建築学的には色々見どころあるのですが説明はヤボ 見れば分かる
めちゃめちゃ映える！それを感じるためだけに行く価値あります
映える為の建築様式が詰め込まれてます
(Translated by Google) The main hall, which is a national treasure, is very moving.
It seems that Ubasakura is also famous, so I would like to visit when it is in bloom.
Please be careful when visiting on Saturdays as there is construction going on.
(Original)
国宝の本堂はとても感慨深い。
うば桜も有名なようで、咲いている時期に訪れたいです。
土曜日も工事中なので気を付けて訪問ください。
(Translated by Google) As this temple is designated as a national treasure in Ehime Prefecture, it will give you peace of mind. The highlight here is the ``Ubazakura'' (Edohigan), but the blooming period is rather short, from late March to mid-April, so you need to visit frequently to check it out.
The parking lot is small, so it can be difficult to find a place to park your car during the cherry blossom season.
The balance between the cherry blossoms and the main hall is exquisite, and the photos look great.
It is easy to mistake this temple for Asahi Hachiman Shrine in front of it.
For first-time visitors, the location may be difficult to find.
It gets crowded during the Ubazakura blooming period.
(Original)
愛媛県の国宝指定のお寺ということで、心が静寂になります。ここの見所は『うば桜（エドヒガン）』なのですが、開花時期が3月下旬から4月中旬と短めなので、マメに通って確認する必要があります。
駐車場が狭いので、桜の時期は自動車の置き場所に苦労します。
桜と本堂との位置のバランスが絶妙に良く、写真が映えるのですが、
この寺の手前にある朝日八幡神社と間違えやすく、
初めて来る人は、場所が分かりにくいかもしれません。
うば桜の開花時期は、混雑します。
(Translated by Google) The oldest building in Ehime Prefecture and a national treasure.
There is a large Ubasakura (Ubasakura) tree next to the simple main hall, and an anecdote related to this cherry blossom was translated into English by Lafcadio Hearn (Koizumi Yakumo) and included in his ``Kaidan''. Although it is located in the middle of Matsuyama, at the foot of a multi-purpose park, I felt that it was a nice place with a quiet atmosphere that still retains the solemn atmosphere of the past.
(Original)
愛媛県最古の建造物で国宝建築。
シンプルな方丈の本堂のそばに大きなうば桜があり、この桜にまつわる逸話がかのラフカディオ・ハーン（小泉八雲）により英語に訳され、「怪談」にも収められています。松山のど真ん中、総合公園の麓にありますが、閑静な雰囲気で古の厳かな雰囲気が失われずに残っている良い場所だと感じました。
(Translated by Google) There are some people who write reviews with photos, mistaking it for Daihoji Temple, one of the 88 Sacred Sites in Shikoku (although the number of reviews has decreased considerably since I reported it to Google). It is a Buddhist temple with a quiet and calm appearance, not as deep or steep as other places.
The famous Ubagazakura blooms earlier than Someiyoshino. Approximately from around the 20th of March until the end of March. By the time the Matsuyama Local Meteorological Observatory declares the cherry blossoms to be in full bloom, they are often already a little past full bloom.
The parking lot can only accommodate about 3 cars, and the road leading up to this point is narrow, making it difficult to leave. I think it would be better to walk.
(Original)
四国八十八ヶ所霊場の大寶寺と間違えて写真付きの口コミされている方がいらっしゃいますね（Googleに報告したらずいぶん減りましたが）。あそこほど山深くも険しくもない、静かで落ち着いた佇まいの仏殿です。
有名な姥桜はソメイヨシノより早く開花します。大体3月の20日頃から下旬まで。松山地方気象台で桜の開花宣言が出た頃には満開を少し過ぎてることが多いかな？
駐車場が３台分くらいしか停められず、ここまでの道も狭く、離合が大変。歩きの方がいいかなと思います。
(Translated by Google) You'll need to drive along narrow, winding roads. It's best to plan your trip to stops 44 and 45 together and allow plenty of time. It's a mountainous, hilly road! It closes early in the winter.
(Original)
車で細くうねった道を行きます
44、45番は一緒に行くようにして時間を持って行ったほうがいいと思います
山道坂道❗冬場は早めに閉まってしまいます
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(Translated by Google) Important Cultural Property: Tonamimon Gate
Designated May 13, 1935
Here's a transcript of the information board:
●Tonamimon Gate
Tonamimon is a Korean-style gate located on the main entrance to the main castle. The gate rests on both side pillars against the stone wall, with no side doors. It has been called Tonamimon since the Edo period, and since there are no traces of the hijitsubo (armrests) that would have supported the doors on the mirror pillars, it is believed to have had no doors from the beginning.
The construction date is unclear, but it is estimated to have been built between the Kan'ei and Shoho eras (1624-1648). A plaque remains, indicating that the gate was rebuilt in 1800 (Kansei 12).
It was designated a National Treasure in 1935 (Showa 10), and became an Important Cultural Property following a legal revision in 1950 (Showa 25). If you turn left after passing Tonashimon Gate, you will reach the main temple's most fortified defensive line, consisting of Tsutsuimon Gate and Kakuremon Gate.
*Munefuda: A plaque attached inside a building as a record of its construction or repairs.
Tonashi-mon (Doorless Gate), Important Cultural Property
This gate has been called the 'Doorless' Gate since the Edo Era (1603-1867). Since there are no door hinge markings, it was originally built without doors. It's unclear when it was built, but it was probably sometime between 1624 and 1648. A ridgepole tag indicates it was rebuilt in 1800. In 1935, it was designated a National Treasure, but in 1950, due to a change in the law, it was classified as an Important Cultural Property. Turning to the left after passing through the gate will bring you to the castle's strongest fortifications, the Tsutsui and Kakure Gates.
●Nakanomon Remains
The Nakanomon Gate was originally located beneath the Taiko Yagura stone wall on the main castle trail, but was demolished during the Meiji period. By installing this gate, attacking troops would split into two groups: those who passed through the gate and went straight ahead, and those who headed towards Tonashimon Gate, but those who went straight ahead would come to a dead end below Inuimon Gate.
The stone wall leading from Taiko Yagura to Inuimon Gate is called a Byobu-ori, and is curved. This is an important defensive structure known as a yokoyagake, which allowed attacking troops to fire bows and guns from anywhere.
*Yorite: enemy soldiers or forces that are attacking.
*Yokoya: Firing from two or more directions is called yokoya. Firing at the enemy from two or more directions is called yokoyagake.
Site of Naka-no-Mon
This gate was situated at the base of the stone wall below Taiko Turret at the front approach to the castle, but it was torn down during the Meiji Era (1868~1912). This gate was placed so that when attackers charged through some would go straight ahead and the rest would turn up through Tonashi Gate. The group that went straight would go along the base of the west stone wall which is like a folded screen. They would be the targets of arrows and bullets shot from several angles from above and then they would come to a dead end at the base of Inui Gate. This was an important defense strategy in the construction of the castle.
(Original)
重要文化財 戸無門
昭和10年5月13日指定
案内板を文字起こししておきます。
●戸無門
戸無門は、本丸の大手登城道に設けられた高麗門です。 門は、両脇の寄掛柱を石垣にもたせ、脇戸はありません。江戸時代から戸無門の名で呼ばれており、鏡柱に扉を吊る肘壺(ひじつぼ)の痕跡もないので、創建当初から扉を持たなかったものと考えられています。
建築年代は明らかではありませんが、寛永から正保年間(1624～1648年)の建立になるものと推定され ています。また、寛政12年(1800年)に建替えられたことを示す棟札が残されています。
昭和10年(1935年)国宝に指定されましたが、同25年(1950年)の法改正により重要文化財になりました。戸無門を過ぎて左折すると、大手で最も堅固な筒井門と隠門の防衛線に達します。
※棟札・・建物の建築や修理の記録として、建物内に取り付けられる札のこと。
Tonashi-mon (Doorless Gate), Important cultural property
This gate has been called the 'Doorless' Gate since the Edo Era (1603~1867) and it is thought that, since there are no markings of door hinges, it was originally built with no doors. It is not clear when it was built, but it was probably sometime between 1624 and 1648. There is a ridgepole tag indicating that it was rebuilt in 1800. In 1935 it was designated a National Treasure, but in 1950, due to a change in the law, it was classified as an Important Cultural Property. Turning to the left after passing through the gate will bring you to the strongest fortification of the castle, Tsutsui and Kakure Gates.
●中ノ門跡
中ノ門は、大手登城道の太鼓櫓石垣下に設けられていましたが、明治時代に取り壊されました。 この門を設けることで、攻めてきた寄手は、門を通り過ぎて直進する者と、戸無門へ行く者とに分かれることになりますが、直進した者は乾門下で行き止まりとなります。
太鼓櫓から乾門へ続く石垣は、屏風折と呼ばれ、石垣が屈折しています。これは、寄手がどこにいても弓や鉄砲で射撃することができる横矢掛(よこやがけ)といわれる防衛上重要な構造となっています。
※寄手・・攻めてきた敵の兵士や軍勢のこと。
※横矢・・二方向以上からの射撃を横矢という。敵に対して二方向以上から射撃することを横矢掛という。
Site of Naka-no-Mon
This gate was situated at the base of the stone wall below Taiko Turret at the front approach to the castle, but it was torn down during the Meiji Era (1868~1912). This gate was placed so that when attackers charged through some would go straight ahead and the rest would turn up through Tonashi Gate. The group that went straight would go along the base of the west stone wall which is like a folded screen. They would be the targets of arrows and bullets shot from several angles from above and then they would come to a dead end at the base of Inui Gate. This was an important defense strategy in the construction of the castle.
千葉落花生 — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is said that he did not intentionally add a door in order to lead people to the Tsutsui Gate, which was the key point of defense. Now, you can enjoy a wonderful view beyond the gate, like an observation deck.
(Original)
防御の要となる筒井門へ誘導するため、敢えて扉をつけなかったそうです。今は、門の先は展望台のように素晴らしい景色が楽しめます。
(Translated by Google) This is the Tonamimon Gate of Matsuyama Castle. It's pretty crazy that there was no door on purpose to lure the enemy.
(Original)
松山城の戸無門になります。敵をこちらは誘導する為わざと扉がないとかなかなかぶっ飛んだことしますね。
(Translated by Google) The gate you pass through when you come to the castle (built in the Edo period). Most castle gates have a side door, but it seems that one was never built here from the beginning. It gives you a sense of the historical background that became the world of Taihei. Designated as an important cultural property.
(Original)
登城してきたときに通る門(江戸時代創建)。お城の門と言うと脇戸があるのが大半だが、ここでは最初から作られなかったらしい。太平の世となった時代背景を感じさせる。重要文化財に指定。
(Translated by Google) It's impossible to have no doors defensively, but they've deliberately left it like that to lead the enemy in!
(Original)
防御的に扉がないなんてありえないが、相手を誘導させるためにあえてそうさせているとは！
(Translated by Google) Visited in April 2021
It is called ``Tonashimon''.
To climb the castle from the Otemon gate, go up the hill and turn around 180 degrees to find the gate 15 meters ahead.
The following is an excerpt from Nippon Travel Magazine.
If you aim for the Honmaru from the Otemon gate of Matsuyama Castle, you will go up the hill and the route will curve under the high stone wall of the Honmaru/Taiko Yagura and reach the Tonashimon gate. It is the first gate of the main entrance to the main enclosure, and is called Tomu-mon because it has not had a gate since its construction during the Keicho era. It is speculated that the gate without a door was intentionally placed for strategic reasons to lure the enemy to the Tsutsui Gate, which was the key point of defense.
In fact, there is no trace of the metal fittings used to attach the door to Tomumon.
It is located at the end of the U-shaped bend on the road to the castle, and before the gate, the path splits into two, one towards Inuimon and the other towards Tomumon, but the road towards Inuimon is actually a dead end. The passages are also mazes that confuse enemies.
In fact, this ``maze that confuses the enemy'' is the reason why there is no Tomumon door, and it had a strategic meaning to let the enemy army pass through and lure the enemy to the Tsutsui Gate, which was the key point of defense.
Tomumon, which has such a meaningful device, is in the Komamon architectural style and is thought to have been built from the Kanei era to the Shoho era (1624-1647), and is a national important cultural property.
Once you pass through the Tomu-mon gate, you will reach the Koshikuruwa (the final defensive kuruwa placed next to the main enclosure) in front of the Tsutsui-mon gate, where the defensive lines of the Tsutsui-mon and Inkurimon gates await.
(Original)
2021年4月訪問
『となしもん』と呼びます。
大手門から登城するために坂を上がり、180度折り返すと15メートル先に門があります。
以下、ニッポン旅マガジンより抜粋です。
松山城の大手門から本丸を目ざすと、坂を上り、本丸・太鼓櫓の高石垣下で登城ルートは屈曲して戸無門（となしもん）に出ます。本丸の大手入口の最初の門で、慶長年間の創建当初から門扉がないのでと戸無門という名があります。敵を防備の要である筒井門へ誘いこむための戦略的な意味合いであえて扉のない門を配置したと推測されています。
実際、戸無門には扉を付けた金具の跡もないのです。
登城道Ｕ字屈折の終点に位置し、門の手前で、乾門方面と戸無門方面へと通路は二手に分かれますが、実は乾門方面の道は行き止まり。通路も敵を攪乱する迷路となっているのです。
実は、この「敵を攪乱する迷路」というのが、この戸無門の戸が無い理由で、あえて、敵軍を素通りさせて、敵を防備の要である筒井門へ誘いこむための戦略的な意味合いがあったのです。
そんな意味深長な仕掛けのある戸無門は高麗門の建築様式で、寛永年間から正保年間（1624年～1647年）の建築と推測され、国の重要文化財になっています。
戸無門をくぐると筒井門前の腰曲輪（こしくるわ＝本丸の横に配された最終防御の曲輪）となり、筒井門・隠門の防御ラインが待ち構えています。
(Translated by Google) Tomumon is an important cultural property. A gate to confuse the enemy. Many people walk by without noticing it, but when you look at it up close, you realize that there really is no door.
(Original)
重要文化財の戸無門。敵陣を錯乱させるための門。気づかず通り過ぎる人も多いですが、間近でみると本当に扉がないことに気づきます。
(Translated by Google) It is said to be a strategically placed gate, and the purpose of not having a door is to create confusion.
It is currently an important cultural property, but it is also a very valuable building that was once designated as a national treasure.
(Original)
戦略的に設置された門とされています、あえて扉を持たないことにより錯乱させるのだそうです。
現在は重要文化財ですが、国宝に指定されていたこともある大変貴重な建造物です。
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Sannomon Gate is the third gate that visitors encounter after passing through Ichinomon and Ninomon. It is designed in the form of Komamon Gate and holds significant cultural value as an important national treasure. The gate is strategically positioned for firing from the castle tower, adding to its historical significance.
(Translated by Google) Gates 1, 2, and 3 are all very well-built. If they're this sturdy on the mountain, they must be strong.
(Original)
１，２，３の門と
かなりしっかりした作りです
山上でこれだけ堅固なら強いはずですね
Shuji ( — Google review
(Translated by Google) After passing through the first and second gates, we finally arrived at the third gate. It is said to be in the form of Komamon Gate. According to the information board, the San-no-mon south turret is poised to be fired from the castle tower.
(Original)
一の門、二の門も抜け、やっと天守にたどり着いた三の門です。高麗門の形式だそうです。説明板によると三の門南櫓、天守から射撃される構えなのだとか。
(Translated by Google) The last gate on the way to the main altar. Even if attacked, very few enemies would be able to reach this far. Like Ichinomon and Ninomon, it is designated as an important cultural property.
(Original)
本壇に向かう際の最後の門。攻め込まれてもここまでたどり着ける敵はごく僅かだろう。一ノ門、二ノ門と同じく重要文化財指定。
(Translated by Google) After passing Ichinomon and Ninomon, there is Sannomon. Ichinomon, Ninomon, and Sannomon are all designated as important cultural properties (originally national treasures).
(Original)
一ノ門、ニノ門を過ぎると次は三ノ門があります。一ノ門、ニノ門、三ノ門共に重要文化財（当初は国宝）に指定されています。
(Translated by Google) Sannomon. It is said to be in a position where you can shoot from the castle tower.
(Original)
三ノ門。天守閣から狙い撃ち出来る位置にあるそうです。
(Translated by Google) Of course, second comes third.
This is also an important cultural property.
(Original)
当たり前ですが 、二の次は三という事で。
こちらも重要文化財です。
(Translated by Google) Third gate
(Original)
三の門
Marunouchi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0008, Japan•
4.5
(2)
3.5
(2)
Buddhist temple
Sights & Landmarks
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Nestled unexpectedly within a typical residential neighborhood, Enmyo-ji Temple is a hidden gem that might be overlooked if you're not in the know. This charming temple offers visitors a unique experience akin to embarking on a treasure hunt as you explore the serene surroundings of Yura. It's an enchanting spot that invites curiosity and discovery, making it a delightful addition to your journey through this picturesque area.
(Translated by Google) It is located suddenly in a normal residential area. I don't think you can go if you don't know. When visiting temples and shrines in Yura, I go to places like this all the time, so I feel like I'm on a bit of a treasure hunt.
(Original)
普通の住宅街の中に唐突にあります。知らないと行けないと思います。由良の寺社仏閣めぐりはこんな場所にばっか行くのでちょっとした宝探しの気分です。
小塚敏弘 — Google review
450 Kobiki, Yura, Hidaka District, Wakayama 649-1131, Japan•
4.0
(21)
Castle
Nestled within the historic grounds of Chojagadaira, Ichinomon Gate stands as a remarkable testament to Japan's architectural heritage. As you ascend the hill alongside the ancient stone walls, this gate marks your entry into a world steeped in history and culture. Originally designated as a national treasure, Ichinomon serves as the first line of defense leading to the castle tower.
(Translated by Google) This gate protects the main altar entrance leading to the castle tower. The gate is said to be shaped like a Komamon gate, which allows easy attacks from above. If you look up at the castle tower from here, it looks even more beautiful.
(Original)
天守に通じる本壇入口を守る門です。形式は上方からの攻撃が容易な高麗門と言うそうです。こちらから天守を見上げると又綺麗に見えます。
Ponsuke P — Google review
(Translated by Google) Ichinomon South Tower, an important cultural property. This is the first gate leading to the main tower, and the wooden structure is also large.
(Original)
重要文化財の一ノ門南櫓。天守に通じる本壇最初の門で、木割も大きな構え。
(Translated by Google) The instructions stated the following:
• Ichinomon Gate is the entrance to the main castle, and is a Korean gate with a side door.
• Its structure allows it to be attacked from the Sannomon South Tower and Small Tower.
• It was destroyed by lightning along with the tower in 1784.
• It was rebuilt in 1786.
• It was designated a National Treasure in 1935, and then later designated an Important Cultural Property following a legal revision in 1950.
(Original)
説明書には以下の内容が書いてありました。
• 「一ノ門」は本丸の入口となる門で、脇戸付きの高麗門。
• 「三ノ門南櫓・小天守」からも攻撃できる構造。
• 天明4年（1784年）に落雷で天守とともに焼失。
• 天明6年（1786年）に再建。
• 昭和10年に国宝指定、その後昭和25年の法改正で重要文化財に指定変更。
(Translated by Google) If you go up the slope along the stone wall from Honmaru Square toward the castle tower, you will find Ichinomon, an important cultural property (originally designated as a national treasure). If you look up halfway up the slope, you can see the castle tower.
(Original)
本丸広場から天守に向け、石垣に沿って坂を上ると重要文化財（当初は国宝）の「一ノ門」があります。坂の途中で見上げると天守が見えます。
(Translated by Google) The first gate when going to the castle tower. It has a structure that gives you a sense of history. The structure makes it possible to attack from above even if attacked. Designated as an important cultural property.
(Original)
天守に行く際の最初の門。歴史を感じさせる造りになっている。攻め込まれても上から攻撃できそうな構造だ。重要文化財指定。
(Translated by Google) This is the first gate. If you enter here, you will be hit by concentrated fire and be wiped out.
It was destroyed by lightning, but it is a shame that it is not a national treasure even though it was rebuilt in the Edo period.
(Original)
一の門です。ここに入っちゃうと集中砲火を浴びて全滅ですな。
雷で焼失しましたが、江戸時代に再建されているのに国宝では無いのが残念です。
(Translated by Google) It looks like a solid gate with iron plates on the edge and a lot of spirit.
I feel the fear of being attacked mainly from above, but also from various directions.
(Original)
縁に鉄板が着けられた重厚で気合いの入った門に見えます。
主に上の方から、その他にもさまざまな方向から攻撃されそうな恐怖も覚えます。
(Translated by Google) It's an amazing gate from the beginning, but it's the gate from where you attack Teki.
(Original)
最初からのスゴイ門ですがテキを攻撃する所からの門です
Marunouchi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0008, Japan•
3.9
(13)
Castle
(Translated by Google) This turret is the only existing double watchtower type turret in Japan, and the construction method is the same early watchtower type as Inuyama Castle, and is said to be the prototype of the castle tower.
Although it is a very valuable building, the inside is not open to the public and is hidden behind the castle tower.
(Original)
この櫓は日本で唯一現存する望楼型二重櫓です、建築手法は犬山城と同じ初期の望楼型で天守の原型といわれています。
大変貴重な建築物ですが、内部は公開されておらず、天守閣裏側でひっそりとしていました。
せみだぶる — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is a lower national treasure
It is as old as the castle tower, but this one is quietly standing behind the castle tower.
This is a building that I want many people to see.
The construction method is unique, and it is said that this is the only building in the country that still exists.
Once you have finished looking at the castle tower, please turn to your right and take a look!
(Original)
下国宝です
天守と同じ古さですがこちらは天守の裏手でひっそりとたたずんでいます
たくさんの人に見てほしい建物です
建築方法が独特で全国でこの一棟しか現存していないとのことです
天守を見終わったら右手に回ってぜひ見てほしいです！
(Translated by Google) Nohara Yagura is a two-tiered turret located to the north of the main citadel, which was responsible for defending the north side of the castle.
Nohara Yagura is a surviving relic that has been designated an Important Cultural Property of Japan. It is a watchtower-style two-tiered turret with a lookout tower on top of its gabled roof, and is the only example still standing in the country.
(Original)
野原櫓は本丸北側に位置する二重櫓で城の北側の防衛を担っていた。
野原櫓は現存遺構で国の重要文化財に指定されている。入母屋造りの屋根の上に物見を載せた望楼型二重櫓で、全国唯一の現存事例である。
(Translated by Google) It is said to be a double gazebo-type turret, and is said to be the only one still in existence in Japan. It used to be a national treasure, but it seems that the law was revised to make it an important cultural property. That's a shame.
(Original)
望楼型二重櫓といい、全国で唯一の現存らしいです。国宝だったのに法改正で重要文化財となった様です。残念ですな。
(Translated by Google) Nohara Yagura, an important cultural property. A watchtower-type double turret that is rare in Japan. The angle looking up from the stone wall around the main enclosure is beautiful.
(Original)
重要文化財の野原櫓。全国でも珍しい望楼型二重櫓。本丸外周の石垣から、見上げるアングルが綺麗です。
(Translated by Google) This is the only watchtower tower in existence. As the name suggests, it seems that they were stationed with a watchdog.
(Original)
現存する櫓では唯一の望楼の櫓。その名のとおり物見を配備していたのだそうだ
(Translated by Google) Visited in April 2021
This is "Nohara Yagura" of Matsuyama Castle.
This is a double turret located on the north side of the main keep, and is an important turret that plays a role in the defense of the north side of the castle.
It was designated as a national treasure in 1933, and later as an important cultural property.
(Original)
2021年4月訪問
松山城の「のはらやぐら」です。
本丸の北側に配置された二重櫓で、城の北側の防衛を担う重要な櫓です。
昭和10年に国宝に指定されましたが、その後、重要文化財に指定されました。
(Translated by Google) Passing through the Inui gate and going up the stairs is the backyard of the castle, with the Inui turret in front of you on the left, the Inui turret on the right, and the Nohara turret on the left. Nohara Yagura and Inui Yagura are designated as important cultural properties.
(Original)
乾門を抜け階段を上がったところが城の裏庭になり、左手前に乾櫓、右手前に乾門東続櫓左奥に野原櫓があります。野原櫓と乾櫓は重要文化財に指定されています。
Marunouchi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0008, Japan•
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