Matthew Iannarone

@matthew.iannarone

Owner/operator of Sen Guesthouse in Matsuyama, I have long had a passion for all things related to traveling. This is one of the main reasons my wife and I decided to open our guesthouse and offer advice and support for folks who wish to attempt all or part of the 88 temple pilgrimage around Shikoku or explore Dogo Onsen and the historic castle town of Matsuyama.

Hailing from south Texas, I have always been drawn to other cultures and their respective religions-which lead to me studying cultural Anthropology and religious studies in university. After many years of trampling around ruins around latin America and Asia, and a couple stints of teaching d' English in both Korea (Busan) and Japan (Osaka), my wife and I decided to try our hands at providing accommodation.

Having guests from around Japan and all over the world has given us the opportunity to share our passion and knowledge of both the pilgrimage and Shikoku. We are constantly searching for new and interesting things to do and experience in our neck of the woods (Matsuyama,Ehime, Shikoku) and invite all to come experience Matsuyama!

www.senguesthouse-matsuyama.com

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