Katahara Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Oyamazumi Shrine
Oyamazumi Shrine is just one of the places to see in Imabari, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area.
Omishima Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Omishima Museum of Art during your trip to Imabari. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops while you're in the area.
Omishima Fuji Park
Explore the great outdoors at Omishima Fuji Park, a lovely green space in Imabari. Wander the marina or discover the area's mountain views.
Hakata-Oshima Bridge
You can learn about the history of Imabari with a visit to Hakata-Oshima Bridge. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Tatara Shimanami Park
Explore the great outdoors at Tatara Shimanami Park, a lovely green space in Imabari. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
Imabari Ichihiro
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Imabari Ichihiro during your travels in Imabari. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
Activities
Ehime: Dogo Onsen Culture Walk—Bathhouse, Shrine & Food
Our pick of the best Katahara Hotel Deals
Hotel Hichifuku
Imabari Kokusai Hotel
Didn't use the parking, and unfortunately the pool was under renovation while we were there (too bad, it looked awesome), but really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. Front desk staff were excellent (super helpful, pleasant, and professional), rooms were clean and comfortable, Japanese restaurant was ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Jr Clement Inn Imabari
The staff was very friendly and helped us forward our luggage as we were doing the Shimanami Kaido. It was very close to the Imabari station which was an added bonus. We did not get the breakfast as there was a cafe in the station nearby that was open early. It is also incredibly close to all the ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
HOTEL OASIS - Adults Only
Good Free morning is good
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Shimanami PRIME HOTEL IMABARI
The spa has an amazing view, so clean and such amazing value for money!
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Toyoko Inn Niihama Ekimae
We only stayed one night as a stop over. Ice was available in Lobby. The location is next to the station.
Reviewed on 29 July 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Katahara
Obe
Obe is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Imabari area, you might plan a trip to Kurushima Strait Outlook Museum or Kurushima Strait Bridge.
Miyakubo
Miyakubo is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Imabari area, you might plan a trip to Hakata-Oshima Bridge or Murakami Suigun Museum.
Kanoura
Visitors to Kanoura like its beaches and parks, and Hakata Beach is a sight worth a stop.
Miyaura
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Miyaura. You might want to make time for a stop at Omishima Museum of Art or Omishima Fuji Park.
Inokuchi
Inokuchi is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Imabari area, you might plan a trip to Tatara Shimanami Park or Omishima Fuji Park.
