Title: Ichibancho Travel Guide: Best of Ichibancho, Matsuyama Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ichibancho](https://expedia.co.uk/Ichibancho-Hotels.d959557234923507712.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Matsuyama](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Matsuyama.d2489.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Matsuyama](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Matsuyama.d2489.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ichibancho Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ichibancho.d959557234923507712.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ichibancho Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ichibancho.d959557234923507712.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ichibancho Travel Guide ## Matsuyama ![Ichibancho](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/465000/465386-Ehime.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ichibancho](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/465000/465406-Ehime.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ichibancho](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/465000/465405-Ehime.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ichibancho](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/467000/467621-Saka-No-Ue-No-Kumo-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ichibancho](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/467000/467630-Saka-No-Ue-No-Kumo-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ichibancho Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Matsuyama travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Matsuyama.dx2489) * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/467000/467631-Saka-No-Ue-No-Kumo-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Saka-No-Ue-No-Kumo-Museum-Ichibancho.d553248621572506757.Attraction) ![Dogo Onsen](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/465000/465421-Ehime.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dogo-Onsen-Matsuyama.d553248626387854579.Attraction) ![Matsuyama Castle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/466000/466786-Matsuyama-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Matsuyama Castle Picturesque cherry blossom trees form a different kind of moat around a three-story feudal castle with views extending across Matsuyama. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Matsuyama-Castle-Matsuyama.d6103702.Attraction) ![Shiki Memorial Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/467000/467091-Shiki-Memorial-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shiki Memorial Museum As one of the four haiku masters of Japan, poet Masaoka Shiki was a bright, yet fleeting, light in Japanese literature. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shiki-Memorial-Museum-Dogo-Hot-Spring.d553248621526920739.Attraction) ![Dogo Park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/465000/465430-Ehime.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dogo Park Explore the great outdoors at Dogo Park, a lovely green space in Matsuyama. Discover the area's museums and temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dogo-Park-Dogo-Hot-Spring.d6103696.Attraction) ![Matsuyama Castle Ropeway](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/467000/467489-Matsuyama-Castle-Ropeway.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Matsuyama-Castle-Ropeway-Okaido.d553248621562272393.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Nojima cruising on fast tides](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49966626/e9359d64-d71a-4f82-ac7a-29d8363676c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Off the beaten Japan Cruise through Noshima Islands Tides £322 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/off-the-beaten-japan-cruise-through-noshima-islands-tides.a49966626.activity-details) [See all activities in Matsuyama](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Matsuyama.d2489.Travel-Guide-Activities) * * * ## Top hotels in Ichibancho ![Candeo Hotels Matsuyama Okaido](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11090000/11089900/11089816/b63561ea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Candeo Hotels Matsuyama Okaido 2 Chome-5-12 Okaido, Matsuyama, Ehime-ken £71 28 Sept - 29 Sept Stay at this 3-star hotel in Matsuyama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) 마쓰 "침대사이즈가 커서 좋았고 조식도 맛있었어요. 사우나 시설도 좋았으나 타월 비치가 안돼 불편했어요." Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F09%2F2025&endDate=29%2F09%2F2025&selected=11089816&PinnedHotelID=11089816&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959557234923507712) ![Dormy Inn Matsuyama Natural Hot Spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19950000/19940500/19940409/573ff509_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dormy Inn Matsuyama Natural Hot Spring 2 Chome-6-5 Okaido, Matsuyama, Ehime £58 22 Sept - 23 Sept Stay at this 3-star hotel in Matsuyama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) "Excellent stay" Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F09%2F2025&endDate=23%2F09%2F2025&selected=19940409&PinnedHotelID=19940409&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959557234923507712) ![ANA Crowne Plaza Matsuyama by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16500/16402/82c7aa53_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ANA Crowne Plaza Matsuyama by IHG 3-2-1 Ichiban-cho, Matsuyama, Ehime-ken £61 5 Oct - 6 Oct Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Matsuyama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) "It's a wonderful hotel. Little old, but nice room condition." Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F10%2F2025&endDate=06%2F10%2F2025&selected=16402&PinnedHotelID=16402&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959557234923507712) ![Nest Hotel Matsuyama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228000/10227948/b2a477d7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nest Hotel Matsuyama 1-7-1 Nibancho, Matsuyama, Ehime-ken £20 28 Sept - 29 Sept Stay at this 3-star hotel in Matsuyama. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (885 reviews) "Excellent clean hostel. Cheap laundry, lots of showers and washrooms, big "pods" for sleep. Would highly recommend." Reviewed on 12 May 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F09%2F2025&endDate=29%2F09%2F2025&selected=10227948&PinnedHotelID=10227948&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959557234923507712) ![Matsuyama Tokyu REI Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/444800/444725/72ff400c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Matsuyama Tokyu REI Hotel 3-3-1, Ichiban-cho, Matsuyama, Ehime-ken £44 28 Sept - 29 Sept Stay at this 3-star hotel in Matsuyama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Dogo Onsen and Saka no Ue no Kumo ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) "松山滞在時に最初に検討するホテルです。" Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F09%2F2025&endDate=29%2F09%2F2025&selected=444725&PinnedHotelID=444725&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959557234923507712) ![HOTEL VISTA Matsuyama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45430000/45420100/45420044/df130150_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### HOTEL VISTA Matsuyama 3-chome-3-5 Ichibancho, Matsuyama, Ehime £52 23 Sept - 24 Sept Stay at this 3-star hotel in Matsuyama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (232 reviews) great location, clean and friendly staff. "great location, clean and friendly staff." Reviewed on 13 May 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F09%2F2025&endDate=24%2F09%2F2025&selected=45420044&PinnedHotelID=45420044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959557234923507712) [See all 130 properties in Ichibancho](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F09%2F2025&endDate=17%2F09%2F2025®ionId=959557234923507712) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Matsuyama-Okaido.dx553248635976007253) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sanbancho Sanbancho is well liked for its historical sites, and you can visit sights like Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Bansuiso if you have time to explore the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sanbancho.dx3000755706) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/bb8e74b0ee1318f204783802c5299c58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Matsuyama-Dogomachi.dx553248635976008367) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Miyatamachi Miyatamachi might not have many top sights, but Matsuyama Central Park and Matsuyama Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Matsuyama-Miyatamachi.dx959556628813025280) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/467000/467821-Dogo-Hot-Spring.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Matsuyama-Dogo-Hot-Spring.dx553248633981691510) * * * - Places of interest - Hotels in top Matsuyama neighborhoods - [Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum](https://expedia.co.uk/Saka-No-Ue-No-Kumo-Museum-Ichibancho.d553248621572506757.Attraction) - [Setonaikai National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Setonaikai-National-Park-Japan.d6006489.Attraction) - [Aoshima Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Aoshima-Island-Ozu.d3000758037.Attraction) - [Matsuyama Castle Ropeway](https://expedia.co.uk/Matsuyama-Castle-Ropeway-Okaido.d553248621562272393.Attraction) - [Namekawa Keikoku](https://expedia.co.uk/Namekawa-Keikoku-Toon.d553248621532770149.Attraction) ### Hotels Near Ichibancho, Matsuyama - [Okaido Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Okaido-Matsuyama-Hotels.0-n553248635976007253-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) * * * - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Ichibancho Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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