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.
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 stop at Matsuyama Castle Ropeway. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.
Activities
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
"Room was excellent except for the condition of its carpet."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Matsuyama by IHG
"close to the castle ropeway and a short taxi ride to the train stations and Dogo onsen area. Many shops and restaurants nearby."
Reviewed on 26 May 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
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 5 Apr 2026
Smile Hotel Matsuyama
"Great stay on our pilgrimage. Clean room, friendly and helpful staff and close to restaurants, grocery and conbini."
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ichibancho
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.
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
Miyatamachi might not have many top sights, but Matsuyama Central Park and Matsuyama Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
