Top 14 things to do in Ehime according to tripadvisor

Have you ever visited Ehime prefecture? Well, here are the top 14 things to do when you visit.

It's only about a 1 hour flight from Tokyo, and it's also accessible by train or bus from the Hiroshima area, so it's very easy to visit. There's a hot spring to enjoy and a castle to see in the capital city Matsuyama, and it's all in a very compact area so it's easy to go sightseeing around the city by yourselves. You can use the street car called the "botchan train" to get around.

Aoshima (Cat Island)

Aoshima has become an island of cats due to natural reproduction and human depopulation. Meet these very amiable cats and spend a relaxing time with them.

Niihama Taiko Festival

Competition of regional financial wealth and male power have made these “taiko” drum shaped floats gorgeous and gigantic. The sounds of the echoing “taiko” drums and the passion of the men are inspiring.

Mt. Kiro Observatory Park

The view from the park changes depending on the season and time. This natural observation point has a superb 360 degree view of the Seto Inland Sea and the Shimanami Bridge.

Dogo Onsen

The 3 story wooden main building of Dogo Onsen hot springs has been nationally registered as an Important Cultural Property. It’s historical and traditional building is breathtaking and it is beloved by the local people.

Matsuyama Castle

Walk up the same path as the lord of the castle and see the same view of Matsuyama City from the 162m high keep. This symbol of Matsuyama has not changed since the Edo Era.

Garyu Sanso Villa

This villa is one of the finest works of beautiful traditional Japanese architecture that took 10 years to design. It has a tea house and a Japanese garden that borrows from the natural landscape of its location by the Hiji river.

Mt. Ishizuchi

This is western Japan’s highest peak, at an altitude of 1982m. You can ride up to the halfway point of Mount Ishizuchi by ropeway and lift, and enjoy a hiking day trip. The unusual area with the heavy chains to support climbers is also famous.

Tobe Zoological Park

This is a zoo where you can see popular animals in an area divided into 10 streets. One of the popular exhibits is Japan’s first successful polar bear raised in captivity, “Peace-chan”.

Uwajima Castle

Uwajima Castle is known for its unusual pentagonal design which creates blind spots. The surviving keep is extremely well preserved, and it is the only castle that still has its sliding doors.

Towel Museum Ichihiro

At Cotton Road, you can observe the manufacturing process and displays of towel art. You can also enjoy a garden adorned with flowers and fruits from all four seasons and the fine cuisine of a great restaurant.

Botchan Ressha (Botchan Train)

Botchan Ressha is a tourist train that was modeled after an actual steam locomotive that had continued to operate through the city for 67 years from 1888. The train is named for the train that the protagonist had used in the novel “Botchan”, the famous work by writer Soseki Natsume who had a connection with Matsuyama. The train line links a number of famous tourist sites including Dogo Onsen and Matsuyama Castle.

Isaniwa Shrine

Taking 135 steps to reach it from the torii gate, magnificent Isaniwa Shrine is striking for its brilliant red appearance. The main building’s valuable design has been included for having one of Japan’s three biggest double-gable roofs and has been nationally designated as an Important Cultural Property.

Ishite-ji Temple

Known as Temple 51 on the Shikoku 88-Temple Pilgrimage, ancient Ishite-ji was first established in the year 728. With many cultural assets such as the Sanmon gate and the three-storey pagoda designated as National Treasures or National Important Cultural Properties, the beautiful temple has been awarded one star in the Michelin Guide.

Matsuyamajō Ropeway

The Matsuyamajō Ropeway takes only 3 minutes to reach Matsuyama Castle at the top of the mountain. In the ropeway shopping district leading up to the boarding area, there are famous local stores such as restaurants, old bookstores, antique shops and confectionary shops selling famous sweets of Ehime.

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