Dogo Hot Spring Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dogo Hot Spring
Dogo Hot Spring
Dogo Hot Spring
Dogo Hot Spring
Dogo Hot Spring

Follow in the regal footsteps of the emperors who delighted in the natural thermal water spas of this hub for relaxation.

Dōgo Onsen (Dōgo Hot Spring) is known for its soothing thermal waters, said to possess healing properties. A range of intriguing museums, shrines and other sights have developed around these hot springs, making it one of the most visited areas in the city. Pursue utter relaxation in the historic and elegant rooms of the spa.

The highlight of the zone is the Dōgo Onsen Honkan, a bath house whose traditional architecture is said to have inspired the classic Japanese film Spirited Away. Flit between the Bath of the Gods and the Bath of the Spirits, before checking out the opulent room once reserved for the imperial family. Enjoy traditional crackers in one of the private rooms.

A little south of the bath house is Dōgo Park, a large circular set of grounds with colourful flowers and cherry blossom trees that wrap around it in spring. Ascend to the viewing platform on a hill for an excellent panorama of the city. Inspect the park’s Yuzuki Castle Ruins and admire the replica of the samurai complex. The adjacent Yuzuki-jō Museum displays an array of artefacts illustrating lives of the Kōno rulers who inhabited the castle.

Get a sense of historic Japanese art and innovation at the Dogo Giyaman Glass Museum where you’ll find glass animals, cigars and other surprising subjects. Enjoy the tranquility in the café near the complex’s pond. The Botchan Karakuri Clock comes to life on the hour, displaying characters and scenes from a locally set novel.

For the spiritual side of the district, visit the Hōgon-ji Temple and the Isaniwa Shrine.

The Dōgo Onsen neighbourhood is in the northeastern part of Matsuyama. Take the tram to the Dōgo Onsen Station at its eastern terminal and explore the area on foot. Visit some of the neighboring areas, such as Dogokitashiro, Dogoimaichi and Iwaidani.

Come to Dōgo Hot Spring for the thermal spas and stay for its museums and temples.


Popular places to visit


Our pick of the best Dogo Hot Spring Hotel Deals

Hotel Patio Dogo

Hotel Patio Dogo

3 out of 5
20-12 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime-ken
The price is AU$112 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$112
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Matsuyama. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (964 reviews)
"Very close to main attraction, Dogo Onsen just next door from the Hotel, I mean just 1 min from hotel, many good restaurants and shops close by."

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Hotel Patio Dogo
Dogo-Kan

Dogo-Kan

3.5 out of 5
7-26 Dogotakocho, Matsuyama, Ehime-ken
The price is AU$234 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$234
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star ryokan in Matsuyama. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Dogo Onsen and Dogo Giyaman Glass Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
"Everything is perfect."

Reviewed on 17 June 2025

Dogo-Kan
Yamatoya Besso

Yamatoya Besso

4 out of 5
2-27 Dogosagidanicho, Matsuyama, Ehime
The price is AU$411 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
AU$411
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Stay at this 4-star ryokan in Matsuyama. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Dogo Onsen and Dogo Giyaman Glass Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
"宿泊日を1日間違えてしまったのに、すぐに対応してくださり、ご親切に心配しないようご配慮頂きましま。その後も素敵なお部屋とお料理、温泉もすべて素敵で美味しく、お世話頂いた方々も洗練されたホスピタリティでおもてなしして頂きました‼︎今までで一番最高の旅館だと感じました。叔母との二人旅忘れられないです! ありがとうございました(^-^)"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Yamatoya Besso
Dogo Onsen Funaya

Dogo Onsen Funaya

5 out of 5
1-33 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime-ken
The price is AU$463 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$463
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury ryokan in Matsuyama. Enjoy free WiFi, hot springs on site, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (301 reviews)
"Heart of the Osen area and easy trolley ride to other tourist areas. Staff was very professional and helpful."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Dogo Onsen Funaya
Villa Dogo

Villa Dogo

3 out of 5
4-55 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime
The price is AU$112 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$112
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Matsuyama. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Popular attractions Dogo Onsen and Isaniwa Shrine are located ...
6.8/10 (125 reviews)
"I’m posting this or my son who just stayed there. He said that he almost hesitated because of some of the bad reviews, but after staying there, he didn’t understand why they would have left them. He said it’s a very traditional Japanese place to stay which he appreciated. He is not in Japan to stay ..."

Reviewed on 22 July 2025

Villa Dogo
Dogo Hotel Kowakuen Haruka

Dogo Hotel Kowakuen Haruka

3.5 out of 5
1-1 Dogosagidanicho, Matsuyama, Ehime
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Matsuyama. Enjoy free WiFi, hot springs on site, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Dogo Onsen and Dogo Giyaman Glass ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
"部屋は7年目のわりにはきれいでした"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Dogo Hotel Kowakuen Haruka
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Dogo Hot Spring

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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.

Dogomachi
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Ichibancho

If you're spending some time in Ichibancho, Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Akiyama Brothers Birthplace are top sights worth seeing.

Ichibancho
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Okaido

4/5(4 area reviews)

Okaido might not have many top sights, but Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Bansuiso are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Okaido
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Sanbancho

Sanbancho is well liked for its historical sites, and you can visit sights like Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Bansuiso if you have time to explore the area.

Sanbancho
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Miyatamachi

Miyatamachi might not have many top sights, but Matsuyama Central Park and Matsuyama Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Miyatamachi


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