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View Gallery- Dōgo Onsen-eki (railroad station), 310m
- Matsuyama castle (castle), 2.1km
Access information
- 20 minutes by taxi from JR Matsuyama Station.
- 30 minutes from Matsuyama IC on Matsuyama EXPWY
5 minutes walk from JR Takayama Station on the JR Takayama Line.. 8 minutes drive from Takayama IC (Chubu-Jukan EXPWY), via Hida-Kiyomi IC on Tokai-Hokuriku EXPWY 100 minutes from Matsumoto IC (Nagano EXPWY, via Anbo Tunnel
Known for its spiritual pilgrimage route of 88 temples, Shikoku offers a deep cultural experience. The island’s coastal beauty is unmatched, with highlights like the Naruto whirlpools and the art-filled island of Naoshima. Matsuyama’s Dogo Onsen, one of Japan’s oldest hot springs, is perfect for relaxation. The Iya Valley offers dramatic scenery, vine bridges, and traditional thatched-roof houses. Local cuisine, including Sanuki udon, is a must-try.