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Famed for its historic castle, this city boasts historic and cultural landmarks, as well as a great culinary scene.

Matsuyama is the capital city of Ehime Prefecture on the island of Shikoku in Japan and also Shikoku's largest city. It is located on the northeastern portion of the Dogo Plain. Its name means "pine mountain". The city is known for its hot springs (onsen), among the oldest in Japan, and is home to the Dogo Onsen Honkan, a Meiji Period wooden public bathhouse dating from 1894. A second favorite tourist spot is Matsuyama Castle. Eight of the eighty-eight temples in the Shikoku Pilgrimage are in Matsuyama.

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Matsuyama, Japan

Matsuyama Castle by sean

Famed for its historic castle, this city boasts historic and cultural landmarks, as well as a great culinary scene.
Matsuyama Castle

castle by sekihan

A hilltop castle dating to the 17C, featuring an elaborate fortification system, adjacent gardens, and great views over the city.
Historic Center, Matsuyama

Tram sation Dogo Onsen by Terry Clinton

Trail through the lovely streets lined with colorful shops and full of friendly locals, or drop by a cafe and enjoy local sweets.
Dogo Onsen (Hot Spring), Matsuyama

Dogo onsen by Sébastien Cevey

One of Japan's oldest hot springs flows into this bath house, where visitors come to enjoy the stunning architecture and warm pools.
Ishite-ji Temple, Matsuyama

Masks in Ishite-Ji's treasure hall by Maarten Heerlien

Part of the Shikoku Pilgrimage route, the temple features relics of national significance, fine decorations, and elaborate statues.

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