Ichibancho
Matsuyama
Visit Ichibancho
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Matsuyama Castle
Picturesque cherry blossom trees form a different kind of moat around a three-story feudal castle with views extending across Matsuyama.
Shiki Memorial Museum
As one of the four haiku masters of Japan, poet Masaoka Shiki was a bright, yet fleeting, light in Japanese literature.
Dogo Park
Explore the great outdoors at Dogo Park, a lovely green space in Matsuyama. Discover the area's museums and temples.
Matsuyama Castle Ropeway
You can find out about the history of Matsuyama with a trip to 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
Ichibancho Hotel Deals
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Matsuyama
Very good breakfest options
Reviewed on May 2, 2026
HOTEL VISTA Matsuyama
Great location right by the Okaido shopping street. The hotel itself is a small, clean business hotel, and the price was really reasonable — perfect for a quick stay while traveling. The room is small, but the bed was comfy and the bathroom was clean and well taken care of. Overall, a solid budget-friendly ...
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026
Candeo Hotels Matsuyama Okaido
Smile Hotel Matsuyama
Great stay on our pilgrimage. Clean room, friendly and helpful staff and close to restaurants, grocery and conbini.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Dormy Inn Matsuyama Natural Hot Spring
I enjoyed the stay here. The room was small but thoughtfully designed so everything was there and easy to reach. Breakfast was quite good, the onsen was nice. Instead of a cotton yukata there were nylon pants and shirt which wasn't as nice but worked. The only drawback is that the hotel is on a pedestrian ...
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Matsuyama by IHG
It was an older building but very clean
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ichibancho
Okaido
While Okaido isn't home to many top sights, Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Bansuiso are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sanbancho
You'll appreciate the historic sites during your time in Sanbancho and you might want to plan a stop by Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Bansuiso while you're in the area.
Dogomachi
While you're in Dogomachi, take in top sights like Dogo Park and jump on the metro at Dogo Onsen Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Miyatamachi
Though Miyatamachi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Matsuyama Central Park and Matsuyama Castle.
Dogo Hot Spring
Famed for its historic public bathhouse built in 1894, this hot spring resort town offers a relaxing atmosphere with guests strolling in yukata robes. Easily accessible by tram, explore sights like Yushinden and Gyokuza no Ma.
