Ichibancho Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
Dogo Park
Explore the great outdoors at Dogo Park, a lovely green space in Matsuyama. Discover the area's museums and temples.
Activities
Langkawi Mangrove River Safari & Cave Discovery Tour & Lunch
Ehime: Dogo Onsen Culture Walk—Bathhouse, Shrine & Food
Our pick of the best Ichibancho Hotel Deals
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
"The staff in this hotel were extremely helpful with packing up delicate items before we travelled. They also offered free decaf drip coffee bags which is extremely rare in Japan and was very welcome. The location was convenient for various sights. The room was a little tight as we had three people ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Matsuyama by IHG
"チェックインの時にIHGの会員登録をしたら、チェックアウトが14時迄になったので、良かったです。 別館でシングルということなので、部屋は広くなく、普通という感じでしたが、寝心地は良かったです。 朝食も期待通り種類が多く、美味しかったので満足してます。鯛めしやじゃこ天といった松山のソウルフードもありました。"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Dormy Inn Matsuyama Natural Hot Spring
"Onsen was perfect and the breakfast at the hotel was 5 star. All kinds of things to try!!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Smile Hotel Matsuyama
"Clean, quick check in, big enough rooms and good breakfast buffet."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Nest Hotel Matsuyama
"직원들 친절하시고 실제로 현지 일본사람들도 많이 이용하는 호텔. 조식은 전날 주문이 원칙이나 당일에 재료보고 추가요금 내고 이용할 수도 있음. 가격대비 만족도 높음. 다만 오카이도 상점가까지 7분 거리이고, 마쓰야마시역까지 20분 정도 걸리는 점, 공항행 셔틀 정거장까지 10분 정도 걸리는 것만 빼면 근처 이자카야도 많고, 먹거리, 돈키호테 쇼핑, 편의점 등 가까와서 다음에도 이 정도 가격 수준이 유지된다면 다시 이용 의사 있음."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Ichibancho
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 Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Matsuyama Castle Ropeway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
