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Matsuyama Castle
Matsuyama Castle, also known as "Kaname Castle" and "Katsuyama Castle". In order to distinguish it from other Matsuyama castles in Japan, it is also called "Iyo Matsuyama Castle". Located in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, Japan, it is a historic mountain castle. Matsuyama Castle was built between 1602 and 1628. The castle is located on the top of Katsuyama Mountain, about 132 meters above sea level, providing an ideal view overlooking the Matsuyama city area and the Seto Inland Sea. Visitors can choose to take a cable car or walk on the hiking trail to reach the castle. The scenery along the way is beautiful, especially in spring when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom. Matsuyama Castle is famous for its well-preserved architecture and rich history and culture. There is a museum in the city, which displays exhibits about the history of the castle and the Japanese Warring States period. The main tower is a must-see for tourists, and the interior displays traditional architectural style and exquisite woodworking skills.Matsuyama · 713m from downtown
Dogo Onsen Honkan
Dogo Onsen Honkan is located in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, Japan. It is a public hot spring bath with a history of 100 years. It attracts tourists with its unique Meiji-era architectural style and rich cultural heritage. It is recommended to arrive in the morning to avoid the peak flow of people and enjoy a peaceful bathing experience. The museum offers a variety of bathing pools with moderate water temperature and rich minerals. The bell tower at the entrance is a landmark building. It is recommended to take photos as a souvenir. The museum provides Japanese yukata rental services to experience traditional Japanese bathing culture. After bathing, you can also enjoy local citrus juice in the rest area. When playing, please note that taking photos is prohibited in the museum, and keep quiet to respect other tourists. It is recommended to bring your own towels and toiletries. Although the museum provides rentals, it is more convenient to bring your own. There are many traditional shops and restaurants near the hot springs. It is recommended to try the local sea bream rice and citrus desserts. When leaving, you may wish to take a walk in the nearby Dogo Park to experience the natural scenery of Matsuyama.Matsuyama · 2.4km from downtown
Dogo Onsen
Located in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, Japan, Dogo Onsen is one of the oldest hot springs in Japan, with a history of more than 3,000 years. The center of the hot spring is Dogo Onsen Honkan, a traditional Japanese building that attracts visitors with its unique wooden structure and quaint atmosphere. The hot spring water is clear, rich in minerals, beneficial to the skin, and is often considered to have a healing effect. Visitors can experience the traditional Japanese bathing culture at the Honkan and enjoy a relaxing time. In addition to bathing, there are many attractions worth exploring around Dogo Onsen. The nearby shopping streets offer a variety of local specialties and delicacies, making it a good place to experience the culture of Matsuyama. In addition, historical sites such as Matsuyama Castle and Ishitemachi Temple are not far away, making them suitable for day trips. In terms of transportation, Dogo Onsen is about a 30-minute drive from Matsuyama Airport, and there is a tram directly in the city, which is very convenient. Whether you want to experience traditional Japanese hot springs or explore the history and culture of Matsuyama, Dogo Onsen is an ideal destination.Matsuyama · 2.4km from downtown
Shiroyama Park Honmaru Square
Matsuyama · 607m from downtown
Ishite Temple
Matsuyama · 3km from downtown
Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum
The SakanoUenoKumoMuseum is designed by the well-known architect Tadao Ando, integrating the historical culture and natural environment around Matsuyama Castle into the architectural design, expressing the cloud of the Sakagami in his mind.Matsuyama · 418m from downtown
Universal Studios Japan
There are thrilling rides themed around Hollywood's superstar movies, fantastic performances by popular cartoon characters, and more, so everyone can have fun! Featuring the world's first Nintendo theme park, experience the world of Super Mario in an immersive way! Festive limited parades and float tours! Everyone is a protagonist in this enthusiastic parade where everyone is full of passion and vigor! Universal Studios Japan (“USJ”) in Osaka is one of the world's five Universal Studios theme parks, which opened for business in 2001 and is a classic and wonderful world of fun in the hearts of many visitors. It is similar in design to Universal Studios Orlando in the U.S., with popular parks such as Jurassic Park, Hollywood, and Waterworld, and more than 60 fun-filled attractions. With these attractions, you can enjoy a day of fun and entertainment at Universal Studios Japan. Universal Studios Japan is also home to popular themed IP parks such as “Super Nintendo World (Mario/Super Mario)”, “Minion Park” and “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter”. Whether it's interacting with the minions, riding on Mario Kart, or traveling through the Wizarding World of Hogwarts, it's an unforgettable experience that is full of excitement. △“Super Nintendo World” is the world's first Nintendo theme park built by Nintendo in cooperation with Universal Studios Japan. With the globally popular Super Mario as the protagonist, the game's Kuba Castle, Princess Brigitte's Castle, and the Mushroom Kingdom are reproduced 1:1 in a super-realistic way, providing immersive experiences of the world of Super Mario! △The “Freeze Ray Sliders” and “Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem” will get you involved in a huge farce and heat wave with the minions! The Minions have finally fulfilled their ambitions! All of humanity will be a part of the mayhem at the Minion Park! △Embracing a variety of areas with unique characteristics, wonderment and surprise, Universal Studios Japan covers a whole spectrum of world-class entertainment through thrilling rides and shows themed on blockbuster Hollywood movies, as well as seasonal events for all ages to enjoy. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ will reproduce the world from the Harry Potter™ stories, bringing it to life on a phenomenal scale at Universal Studios Japan.Japan · Osaka
Bansuisou
It is a French-style mansion. The French-Western-style architecture is breathtaking and worth visiting.Matsuyama · 437m from downtown
Tsubaki Shrine
Matsuyama · 3.4km from downtown
Okaido Shopping Street
This is a busier shopping district with many national chain stores, and there are arcades here, so you can shop with peace of mind even on rainy days.Matsuyama · 422m from downtown
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Matsuyama Castle
Matsuyama · 713m from downtownDogo Onsen Honkan
Matsuyama · 2.4km from downtownDogo Onsen
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What travellers say about Matsuyama
보라군15 April 2023
5.0
A magnificent place to visit at least once
For Koreans, if you present a free coupon provided by Matsuyama Airport, the lift (cable car) and Tenshukaku tour are provided for free.
Matsuyama Castle
翱翔的大鲨鱼11 August 2020
4.0
The main building of Dogo Onsen is undergoing earthquake-resistant renovation. The main building of Dogo Onsen, which remains open during the renovation, has also been affected by the epidemic, and the number of people has decreased a lot... I hope everyone will be more careful, and everyone will be healthy and safe.
Dogo Onsen Honkan
穿ECCO的巴顿🐯4 March 2025
5.0
Dogo Onsen is one of the oldest hot springs in Japan, with a long history of 3,000 years. The main building of the hot spring bath is a three-story wooden structure. After it was built, it became the symbol of Dogo Onsen. The bath in the animated film "Spirited Away" was created based on this. In 1994, Dogo Onsen was designated as an important cultural heritage by the Japanese government for the first time as a hot spring facility. This building has a magnificent and retro appearance, which is a perfect fusion of classic and modern. The hot spring hall has three floors, and different floors correspond to different prices. In addition, you can pay to visit the royal bath. There are two bathrooms on the first floor, Rei no Yu and Kami no Yu. The second floor and above are rest rooms. The young master in the novel likes to use the separate room on the third floor of Rei no Yu. There are photos of Natsume Soseki inside, which can be visited for free
Dogo Onsen
树懒的旅途8 May 2020
5.0
The Sakanoue no Kumo Museum commemorates the famous novel by Ryotaro Shiba. The key point is that it is a masterpiece designed by Tadao Ando. You can really appreciate his aesthetics here.
Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum
Mrs Roeper15 October 2026
5.0
Must go attraction with your kids, the best amusement park, lovely people working in the park, very helpful and have a big smile on their face, which is amazing ❤️🩷💚🧡🙏🏻
Universal Studios Japan
Todemmy2 June 2020
5.0
I didn't know the existence of the first French Western-style building in Matsuyama beforehand, so I stopped by when I went to the "Sakanoue no Kumo" museum. You can visit the first floor for free. There is an audience room and a dinner. I think it's best to learn about the history through an audio guide.
Bansuisou
홈런왕6 September 2023
5.0
Okaido is the center of Matsuyama. There are many pubs and restaurants, and you can easily find Don Quijote, drugstores, etc. A must-visit place when visiting Matsuyama...
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