Museums Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum Anonymous Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum by architect Ando Tadao houses attractive historical exhibits and offers fine views of Bansuiso Villa.
Museums The Birthplace of the Akiyama Brothers Anonymous The birthplace of the military Akiyama brothers Saneyuki and Yoshifuru is easily accessible from Matsuyama Castle. This small museum..
Museums Visiting Bansuiso Anonymous Bansuiso is a large villa, built in a 19th Century somewhat Gothic French style. It sits at the base of the hill where the castle..
Culture Ehime Prefectural Budokan Anonymous Ehime Prefectural Budokan is home to Ehime’s martial arts community. It boasts the largest gable roof in Japan, covered with 3..
Culture Ishite-ji Temple in Matsuyama Anonymous Ishite Temple is a weird place. Ishite-ji, as it's known in Japanese, is No. 51 of the 88 temples that form the Shikoku Pilgrimage...
Culture Matsuyama Spring Festival 2026 Apr 4th - Apr 5th The Matsuyama Spring Festival is held during the first weekend in April when the cherry blossoms are in bloom. There’s a parad..
Culture Tsubaki Matsuri 2027 Early Jan Tsubaki Matsuri is one of Matusyama's most popular festivals, and one that is unique to the region.
Culture Dogo Onsen Festival 2026 Mar 19th - Mar 21st Every March, Dogo Onsen is dressed up in lanterns and red pinstripes to celebrate its cultural history and provide a platform for..