Dogomachi Travel Guide
Matsuyama
Popular places to visit
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.
Matsuyama Castle
Picturesque cherry blossom trees form a different kind of moat around a three-story feudal castle with views extending across Matsuyama.
Shiki Memorial Museum
As one of the four haiku masters of Japan, poet Masaoka Shiki was a bright, yet fleeting, light in Japanese literature.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Dogomachi
Candeo Hotels Matsuyama Okaido
객실이 창문이 아예 열리지 않아 조금 불편했습니다. 조금 추운 편이었고 히로시마 칸데오호텔에 비교하면 조식이 조금 부족했던것 같습니다. 전반적으로 만족합니다.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Matsuyama
The best hotel. All the staff are nice
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel Patio Dogo
Nothing particularly special about the room or the hotel, but it was clean, comfy, and convenient. Location is excellent if you are here for the famous Dogo onsen. Staff allowed me to park my bike for free near the front of the hotel. Very friendly staff.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hotel MyStays Matsuyama
We stayed in the updated twin rooms and they were very comfortable, with a beautiful view of the castle, moat and city. Would happily stay here again.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Matsuyama by IHG
방도깨긑하고 직원도 매너가좋았어요
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Dormy Inn Matsuyama Natural Hot Spring
Did not eat breakfast. Very convent location with shopping food and castle nearby within walking distance.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dogomachi
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 Shiki Memorial Museum and Botchan Karakuri Clock, and jump on the metro at Dogo Onsen Tram Stop to get around the city.
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.
Ichibancho
If you're spending some time in Ichibancho, Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Akiyama Brothers Birthplace are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Miyatamachi
Miyatamachi might not have many top sights, but Matsuyama Central Park and Matsuyama Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
