Matsuyama Ehime, Japan Travel Guide
Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) serves as the main airport for Matsuyama and the entire Ehime Prefecture. It is an up-to-date, compact airport that efficiently handles both domestic and a few international routes.
No direct flights connect major global hubs (like North America, Europe, or other distant regions) directly to Matsuyama (MYJ). Travelers from outside Asia will typically fly into one of Japan's larger international airports first.
Domestic flight prices increase during Japan's peak travel seasons (cherry blossom, autumn leaves, Golden Week, Obon, New Year's).
Matsuyama Airport features dining, souvenir shops, car rental counters, tourist information, and free Wi-Fi.
Limousine buses (¥480, 15-20 min) to Matsuyama City/JR Matsuyama Stations. Taxis (¥2,000-¥3,000).
Major car rental companies like Toyota Rent-a-Car, Nippon Rent-a-Car, and Times Car Rental have counters at Matsuyama Airport.
Renting a car gives you the freedom to explore Ehime Prefecture and its scenic rural areas.
Less necessary for Matsuyama city itself due to efficient public transport, but good for regional trips.
JR Shikoku operates train services to and from Matsuyama, connecting it to other parts of Shikoku and the main island of Honshu.
Long-distance highway buses offer an economical alternative to trains for journeys between Matsuyama and other major Japanese cities.
Renting a car offers flexibility for exploring Ehime Prefecture and its scenic rural areas. Japan's roads are well-maintained and clearly signposted. Driving occurs on the left side of the road, and the steering wheel is on the right.
Matsuyama has two main train stations, each serving different types of routes and transit networks. Plan your arrival and departure based on which station best suits your onward travel or accommodation.
Matsuyama's location on the Seto Inland Sea makes ferry travel a scenic and practical option for connecting with areas nearby. Matsuyama Kanko Port (Matsuyama Tourist Port) serves as a major ferry hub.
Matsuyama Kanko Port furnishes convenient connections to the city's land transportation network. Immigration procedures for international ferries arriving in Japan correspond to standard airport procedures.
A ferry hub for routes across the Seto Inland Sea.
Enjoy lovely views of the Seto Inland Sea during ferry trips.
Cruise ships occasionally visit Matsuyama Kanko Port, bringing international visitors.
No specific exit fees or taxes are levied directly on tourists departing Japan. An international tourist tax of ¥1,000 is included in the price of air and sea tickets upon departure from Japan. This tax is typically incorporated into your ticket cost at the time of purchase.
Matsuyama Airport features check-in counters, security screening areas, waiting lounges, souvenir shops for last-minute purchases, and a selection of restaurants and cafes. Both major train stations offer shops, restaurants, waiting areas, and coin lockers for luggage storage.
A ¥1,000 international tourist tax applies per departure.
This tax is typically incorporated into your air or sea ticket price at the time of purchase.
You do not pay this tax separately upon departure at the airport or port.
Allocate sufficient time for all departure procedures. Confirm your travel details beforehand to ensure a stress-free exit from Matsuyama.
