Popular places to visit
Dogo Onsen
Soak in the natural thermal water and admire the architecture and period décor of the bathhouse that inspired the wonderful drawings of the animated film Spirited Away.
Shiki Memorial Museum
As one of the four haiku masters of Japan, poet Masaoka Shiki was a bright, yet fleeting, light in Japanese literature.
Matsuyama Castle
Picturesque cherry blossom trees form a different kind of moat around a three-story feudal castle with views extending across Matsuyama.
Dogo Park
Explore the great outdoors at Dogo Park, a lovely green space in Matsuyama. Discover the area's museums and temples.
Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum
The dark, angled slates and glass panels create a stylish building to house a museum based on a novel dear to Matsuyama locals.
Matsuyama Castle Ropeway
You can find out about the history of Matsuyama with a stop at Matsuyama Castle Ropeway. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.
Things to do
Ehime: Dogo Onsen Culture Walk—Bathhouse, Shrine & Food
Top hotels in Dogomachi
Hotel MyStays Matsuyama
Candeo Hotels Matsuyama Okaido
"As you check in on the 13th floor it would be helpful to have a clearer sign in the entrance foyer. Apart from that we enjoyed the stay, the room and facilitates. It is conveniently located for many shops ahd restaurants and for the tram. Breakfast was a good selection of foods, mainly Japanese. ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Matsuyama
"Good location for Matsuyama. Easy to get to the castle or shopping area, and right in front of a tram station (within 2 minute walk). Quiet despite in front of the large avenue. The bus station to distant locations such as Osaka or Kurashiki is next door."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel Aisul Matsuyama
"Staff was so very kind and helpful, even though we did not speak each other's language. The location was very convenient to the JR train station and I appreciated that it was a little removed from the busy streets, and I sensed that the hotel is about to embark on some renovations. I would return ..."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
REF Matsuyama City Station by Vessel Hotels
"Excellent location and clean room, breakfast was nice too. Also wanted to give a shoutout to the wonderful hotel staff who promptly answered my email query about a makeup pouch i left there and sent it to my next hotel. Would stay there again if i have the opportunity to visit Matsuyama another ..."
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Matsuyama by IHG
"良かったよう"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dogomachi
Dogo Hot Spring
Well liked for its restaurants and museums, Dogo Hot Spring is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dogo Onsen and Shiki Memorial Museum, and jump on the metro at Dogo Onsen Tram Stop to get around the city.
Okaido
Okaido might not have many top sights, but Dogo Onsen and Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Ichibancho
If you're spending some time in Ichibancho, Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Akiyama Brothers Birthplace are top sights worth seeing.
Sanbancho
Sanbancho is well liked for its historical sites, and you can visit sights like Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Matsuyama Castle Ropeway if you have time to explore the area.
Miyatamachi
Miyatamachi might not have many top sights, but Matsuyama Central Park and Matsuyama Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
