Matsuyama Ehime, Japan Travel Guide
Experience Japan's oldest hot spring, connecting you to centuries of relaxation and healing rituals.
Explore Matsuyama Castle, a feudal castle offering a concrete connection to the samurai era.
Receive genuine Japanese hospitality, fostering a feeling of being truly welcome.
Successfully navigating a foreign country with a different language builds confidence and adaptability.
Trying new foods, engaging with unfamiliar traditions, or attempting basic Japanese phrases encourages growth.
A grasp of Japanese history, daily life, and cultural refinements enriches your global perspective.
Travel responsibly and let your visit benefit Matsuyama and its people.
Use a reusable water bottle and shopping bag to reduce plastic waste.
Be mindful of energy and water use at your accommodations.
Prioritize Matsuyama's efficient transport system over private cars.
Pay attention to etiquette, like removing shoes indoors or maintaining quiet.
Be aware of your volume in public spaces, especially temples and onsen.
Always ask permission before photographing people and respect "no photography" signs.
Dress modestly and maintain a quiet demeanor at temples and shrines.
Observe and follow purification rituals at shrine entrances.
Explore sacred grounds with consideration and quiet contemplation.
Consider taking a photography course on Skillshare to capture Matsuyama's beauty responsibly.
Matsuyama serves as an excellent starting point or a memorable stop on a larger Japanese adventure.
Travel to Beppu on Kyushu island, accessible by ferry from Matsuyama.
Further explore the Shimanami Kaido by cycling more islands.
Head to Kyoto or Nara for world-renowned temples and gardens.
Combine Matsuyama with other regions for a diverse itinerary.
From Okayama, you gain access to the wider Shinkansen network.
This allows for travel to every major city across Japan.
Each combination offers an unique blend of experiences.
Matsuyama's the attractiveness of each season and evolving attractions invite return visits.
Return in spring to witness spectacular cherry blossoms around Matsuyama Castle and Dogo Park.
Organize a future visit once the... is over full completion of the Dogo Onsen Honkan renovation.
Dedicate a return trip solely to cycling the entire Shimanami Kaido, with staying overnight.
Beyond the city, Ehime and Shikoku offer stunning natural landscapes.
Discover the dramatic shorelines and hidden coves.
Hike through verdant forests and enjoy breathtaking views.
Experience rafting or paddling a kayak on the Shimanto River.
Explore the more demanding trails across the Shikoku mountains.
Walk sections of the 88 Temple Pilgrimage for a sacred journey.
Encounter pure natural environment and serene landscapes.
Matsuyama is a gateway to the wonders of Shikoku and more.
