Osaka + 2 Days: Authentic Shikoku Without the Crowds
Add 2 days to Osaka and reach Shikoku by highway bus. Two itinerary plans with cost estimates for udon, shrines, and onsen.
Category Ehime
Matsuyama Castle Guide: Ropeway, Lift & Hiking Compared
What You’ll Learn in This Article What Is Matsuyama Castle? Matsuyama Castle stands on the summit of Mt. Katsuyama (132 m) in central Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture. It is one of Japan’s 12 gensōn tenshu — castle keeps that have survived…
Imabari Towel Guide: Factory Visits, Shops & What to Buy
What You’ll Learn in This Article What Makes Imabari Towels Special Imabari (今治) in Ehime Prefecture is Japan’s largest towel-producing region. Only products that pass strict quality testing earn the official red, blue, and white certification mark. The Certification Mark…
Shimanami Kaido Cycling Guide for Beginners | Routes, Rentals & Costs
What You’ll Learn in This Article What Is the Shimanami Kaido? A 70 km Cycling Route Across the Seto Inland Sea The Shimanami Kaido is a dedicated cycling and walking path connecting Onomichi (Hiroshima Prefecture) and Imabari (Ehime Prefecture) across…
Dogo Onsen Guide: 3 Bathhouses, Prices & Access from Matsuyama
What You’ll Learn in This Article What Is Dogo Onsen? Japan’s Oldest Hot Spring and Its Historic Bathhouse Dogo Onsen in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, is one of Japan’s oldest hot spring resorts, with records dating back to the Kojiki and…