Miyatamachi
Matsuyama
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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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Luxury tour to Iya Valley's Kazurabashi and Oboke gorge by boat

Matsuyama Private Customizable Full Day Tour
Top hotels in Miyatamachi

Hotel Aisul Matsuyama
Building is quite old but room is clean. Very near to Matsuyama station.
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Business Hotel Akayane - Hostel
I was here for 2 nights and while it wasn't fancy, it was basic, clean and tidy which is what I needed!
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Hotel Matsuyama Hills
Close to Matsuyama station and 10 minutes walk to the restaurant areas. A bit old but the internals have been renewed somewhat and it felt clean enough for us. Free breakfast and large public bath (as well as private bathroom) is also an added bonus.
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2018

HOTEL KAJIWARA

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Matsuyama
The room was very clean and quiet. The staff were very friendly. They even lent me an umbrella when it rained.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Candeo Hotels Matsuyama Okaido
침대사이즈가 커서 좋았고 조식도 맛있었어요. 사우나 시설도 좋았으나 타월 비치가 안돼 불편했어요.
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Miyatamachi

Okaido
Okaido might not have many top sights, but Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Bansuiso are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

Ichibancho
If you're spending some time in Ichibancho, Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Akiyama Brothers Birthplace are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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.