[2025 Matsuyama ] Travel Guide for Dogo Onsen (Updated Mar)

Another option for accommodation in Shikoku's Dogo Onsen, away from the crowded hot spring street, we chose Okudogo in the back mountain of Dogo. This hot spring resort hotel, 'Okudogo Ichiyu no Mori,' has been in operation since the Showa era. Although it has a bit of an old-fashioned feel, it is very well-maintained, elegant, and high-class, with a noble retro atmosphere. The Japanese hot spring ambiance is perfectly created, especially since it is located in the natural mountain forest, far from the bustling crowds, making the entire environment superb. The 28-square-meter guest rooms offer a choice of twin beds or Japanese-style futons. The decor leans towards a classic Japanese old-school style, and the view from the window is full of greenery, making it very relaxing. A traditional Japanese hot spring hotel experience includes enjoying breakfast and dinner. The original price for a stay with two meals is about 8,000 New Taiwan Dollars, but we were lucky to book it for 5,000 NT, averaging less than 2,500 NT per person, which is quite a bargain. Various open-air hot springs are a major selling point, and there is also a large outdoor swimming pool. Overall, it won't be as crowded as Dogo Onsen, where you have to jostle with others to take a bath. Highly recommended.

#Domestic travel record Located in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, Shikoku, this hot spring is said to be the oldest in Japan and appears in the "Nihon Shoki." It is one of the three oldest hot springs in Japan. It is also depicted in Natsume Soseki's novel "Botchan," and is a representative tourist spot in Ehime Prefecture. ﹢﹒ ✦⊹﹒ ﹢﹒ ✦⊹﹒ ﹢﹒ ✦⊹﹒ ﹢﹒ ✦ ◼︎Dogo Onsen Main Building A public hot spring bath in the center of Dogo Onsen In December 1994, it was the first public bath to be designated as an Important Cultural Property by the government ◼︎Starbucks Coffee Dogo Onsen Station Store A Starbucks store that occupies the entire Iyotetsu Dogo Onsen Station building The old Meiji Western-style building, constructed in 1911, was newly restored in 1986 ◼︎Dogo Onsen Station Square The center of Dogo Onsen, with the Iyotetsu city tram, bus stop, tourist information center, foot bath, mechanical clock, approach to Isaniwa Shrine, and the arcade entrance to the Dogo Onsen main building ◼︎Asuka no Yusen As with the Dogo Onsen main building, you can enjoy the "beauty bath" that is a rare hot spring that is not heated or diluted, and is directly drawn from the source ◼︎Dogo Park (Yuzuki Castle ruins) / Yugama Yakushi The oldest yugama in Japan The stone yugama was installed at the outlet of the hot spring in the bathtub and was made in the Nara period #Ehime #EhimeTourism #DogoOnsen #HotSpring #HotSpringTrip #DomesticTrip #GirlsTrip

Flying with EVA Air to Dogo Onsen in Matsuyama, Shikoku, I enjoyed the benefits of free airport shuttle service and hot spring vouchers, allowing me to fully immerse myself in the atmosphere reminiscent of Spirited Away. In this quaint hot spring town, every photo is picturesque, especially on sunny days when each shot looks like a postcard. People here are either strolling around in yukatas or taking traditional wedding photos, and tourists riding rickshaws can be seen everywhere. Couples enjoying foot baths after a long walk add to the joyful atmosphere. The hot spring water here is very clean and has no strong odor. After soaking, I felt extremely comfortable and wished I could stay a few more days.

# Ancient Architecture # Shikoku # Dogo Onsen # Matsuyama # Ehime Dogo Onsen is located in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the oldest and most famous hot springs in Japan, with a history of more than 3,000 years. The hot spring water here is of excellent quality and rich in minerals, which have many benefits for the skin and health. Dogo Onsen not only attracts many tourists, it is also the setting for the novel "The Young Master" by the Japanese writer Natsume Soseki, and one of the sources of inspiration for Yubaba's oil house in Hayao Miyazaki's animated film "Spirited Away". The Dogo Onsen Main Building was built in 1894 as a three-story wooden building with a unique eclectic style that incorporates various architectural elements. There are luxurious stone baths and tatami lounges inside the building, which give people a strong sense of traditional Japanese style. The roof is covered with bronze tiles, which have taken on an antique patina over time. The building also has a dedicated bath for the royal family and private rooms for tourists to visit.

We recommend Dogo Onsen when you feel like going on a solo trip. It is easily accessible from Matsuyama Airport and JR Matsuyama Station. Dogo Onsen Town is full of hot springs and souvenir shops, so you can enjoy shopping at your leisure. It is also recommended for those who want to soak in Dogo Onsen, which is said to be the oldest hot spring in Japan, or take a leisurely stroll around the town! ୨୧――――――――――――――――୨୧ information Facility name📍Dogo Onsen Town Address📍Dogo Yunomachi, Matsuyama City Access📍 ・Approximately 43 minutes by limousine bus from Matsuyama Airport ・Approximately 25 minutes by tram from JR Matsuyama Station ୨୧――――――――――――――――୨୧ #Girls trip #Adult girls trip #Couple trip #Domestic trip #japan #Solo trip

Address: 19-22 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan. Getting there: Asuka no Yu is a three minute walk from the Dogo Onsen tram terminal. Highlights: Asuka no Yu is a public bath in Matsuyama's Dogo Onsen district. What I love about this place is that it offers an elegant experience with its baths on the first floor and tatami-covered relaxation rooms on the second floor. The exterior of Asuka no Yu is inspired by the ancient Asuka Period because Dogo Onsen was mentioned already in Japan's oldest historical records which date back to the Asuka Period. Inside, the gender-separated bathing areas offer stone baths as well as outdoor baths surrounded by hinoki wood panels. Opening hours: 6am to 11pm daily Admission fee: 610yen for baths #bucketlistreboot #traveljapan #culturewalk

#GlobalTravel Dogo Onsen is located in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture and is one of the oldest hot springs in Japan. When you come here, the first thing that catches your eye is the retro and cute exterior of the station, which retains the architectural design from more than 100 years ago and combines it with Western architectural style, making the appearance elegant and beautiful. When I came to Matsuyama, what I was most looking forward to was riding the "Boyaku Train" (Boyaku-chan Train), which is famous for the train that appeared in the novel "Boyaku" by Japanese literary giant Natsume Soseki. The carriages are decorated mainly in wood tones. The conductor will explain the history of the train along the way, and after arriving at the final stop, Dogo Onsen, the train will be turned around manually! It was summer when I took the train. Since the carriages retained the old environment, there was no air conditioning installed. So if you want to take the train, I recommend you avoid the hot summer! Dogo Onsen Honkan is a historic building where you can relax and feel the Japanese cultural atmosphere. There is also a shopping street nearby that offers local specialties and delicacies, such as Dogo Onsen manju, mikan products, and more. 📍Address: Dogo Onsen

When talking about traveling in Japan, we often think of Tokyo or Osaka first. Little is known about Ehime, the tranquility of Ehime amid the hustle and bustle of Tokyo While others are wandering around popular places🚶we have walked through the streets and seaside of Ehime, leisurely savoring its unique Japanese style~ - 📍Destination: Ehime, Shikoku, Japan ✈️Transportation: Airplane (transfer to Songshan Airport) - [Guide to check-in at tourist spots] ❶Xiatan Station Spirited Away Holy Land Seaside Station🚉 Tourists come here admiringly The stop signs and station seats are the points where the film is released. Opposite is the blue sea, just take a photo and it becomes the wallpaper ❷The same maritime railway track from "Spirited Away" 10 minutes walk from Xiatan Station Walk down the path🛤️ You can see the romantic maritime railway track Feel like you are in an animation and feel the unique atmosphere ❸Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge Cycling resort Shimanami Kaido in Setouchi 🚴 The scenery of the cross-island bridge is quite spectacular, with a panoramic view of the sea🌊 You can rent bicycles at SHIMANAMI It takes about 5 minutes to ride to the bridge, which is very convenient🌉 ❹Guilaoshan Outlook Park The best time to go is in the evening on a sunny day Drive/cycle to the parking lot and then walk to the top You can see the beautiful sunset over the Seto Inland Sea🌅 ❺Orange juice comes out of the tap Songshan has a particularly interesting experience Orange juice comes directly from the tap here! Different faucets correspond to different flavors🍊 There are more than ten flavors 👅 fresh and delicious ❻Dogo Hot Spring There is a long history here. You can enjoy the hot springs and relax. The surrounding buildings are antique🍃There are general shops and exclusive private rooms upstairs (extra charge required) Tips: There are still private rooms reserved for the royal family for visiting (the walls are covered with gold foil) ❼Towel Museum The towels inside range from traditional to creative designs, which is dizzying. The production process is also shown, and the Moomin towel exhibition is great for making movies. ❽Starbucks Dogo Onsen Station Store The architectural style of this house is very distinctive Taking the photo from a distance, it feels like a movie location There is a commercial street next to it, so you can go shopping~ ❾Wolong Villa There is also a quiet place called "Wolong Villa" in Ehime, Japan. Stepping into the Japanese-style garden, the wind blows through the green bamboos. Sitting on the ground under the pavilion, sipping fragrant tea, looking up, the beautiful scenery in the courtyard is picturesque, and time seems to have stopped, with only the fragrance of tea and tranquility remaining.

I decided to make my first trip to Japan a visit to Matsuyama. I've heard so much about Tokyo and Osaka, and I felt like I could go there anytime, so I chose the unique region of Matsuyama for my first trip. During my 5-day, 4-night trip, I visited Matsuyama Castle, Okaido downtown, Baishinji, and Dogo Onsen. I also got to know some local residents, enjoyed dinner with them, and had a very meaningful and grateful experience! The local residents were all so kind and welcoming to Koreans, which made the trip even more enjoyable. If you're planning a trip to Japan, I highly recommend Matsuyama~~!

Dogo Onsen Main Building was completely renovated and reopened in July 2024. While retaining the atmosphere of the time of construction, the interior has a modern feel 🫣 I was surprised to see that the corridor guides were projected on a projector and available in multiple languages ​​😳 I was staying in Dogo Onsen town, so I visited Dogo Onsen Main Building at the beginning and end of the day to relieve my sweat and fatigue in the hot springs. There was also a Dogo Pudding shop, so I bought some while walking 🍮 I enjoyed the view from the "Sky Walk" overlooking Dogo Onsen and enjoyed the delicious food 😋 #HotSpringTrip #Ehime #EhimeTrip #EhimeTourism #DogoOnsen #DogoPudding

#HotSpringTrip At Dogo Onsen Annex Asukanoyusen, you can enjoy projection mapping in the baths✨You can also relax in the lounge, enjoying tea and sweets☺️The yukata worn in the building is a collaboration with BEAMS and is cute❤ I recommend touring the outdoor baths of Dogo Onsen♨️ I went first thing in the morning and there were few people so I was able to enjoy it comfortably😊 📍Store information━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Store name: Dogo Onsen Annex AsukanoyusenAddress: 19-22 Dogo Yunomachi, Matsuyama City, Ehime PrefectureGenre: Hot springBudget: From 610 yen #DogoOnsen #HotSpring #Asukanoyusen

Dogo onsen (hot springs) is located in Ehime prefecture, 4 hours train trip from Osaka. Comparing other popular hot springs places, it is small and easy to look around. If you want to try hot spring, recommend to go early in the morning like 6 or 7 am to avoid peak hours.

Dogo Onsen is famous as the oldest hot spring in Japan♨ There are several places for day trips, so you can enjoy various hot springs. I used the day trip hot spring at Dogo Onsen Main Building, but there are a lot of tourists and a line at night, so I recommend going early in the morning👍️ The building seems to have just been renovated, so it was very clean and I was able to enjoy the hot springs comfortably✨ [Name] Dogo Onsen [Location] Dogo Yunomachi, Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture 790-0842 [Visit date] 2024.8.22 #HotSpring2024 #EhimeTrip #MatsuyamaTourism #DogoOnsen #DomesticTrip

Shikoku, the smallest of Japan's four main islands, is a hidden gem known for its stunning natural landscapes, spiritual pilgrimage routes, and rich cultural heritage. This tranquil island offers a diverse range of experiences for travelers seeking both adventure and serenity. One of Shikoku's most renowned attractions is the 88 Temple Pilgrimage, a historic and spiritual journey that takes pilgrims around the island to visit 88 Buddhist temples. This pilgrimage, traditionally undertaken on foot, allows visitors to connect deeply with the island's spiritual essence while enjoying its picturesque scenery. Nature lovers will be enchanted by Shikoku's lush mountains, pristine rivers, and rugged coastline. The island is home to several national parks, including Iya Valley, famous for its vine bridges and dramatic gorges, and the Seto Inland Sea National Park, which offers stunning views of the island-dotted sea. Adventure seekers can enjoy activities such as hiking, white-water rafting, and exploring hidden waterfalls. Shikoku's cultural heritage is showcased in its charming towns and historic sites. Matsuyama, the largest city on the island, boasts the impressive Matsuyama Castle and Dogo Onsen, one of Japan's oldest hot springs. The island's traditional arts and crafts, including Awa Odori dance and Sanuki udon noodles, provide a glimpse into its vibrant local culture. The island's culinary delights are another highlight, with fresh seafood, locally grown produce, and unique regional specialties like Tokushima ramen and Kochi's bonito tataki (seared bonito) offering a feast for the senses. Whether you're embarking on a spiritual journey, exploring breathtaking natural landscapes, or immersing yourself in the island's rich cultural tapestry, Shikoku promises a memorable and enriching travel experience. #japantrip #travelanywhere

Dogo Onsen, located in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, is said to have a history of 3,000 years and is one of the three oldest hot springs in Japan, appearing in myths and the Manyoshu. ♨️ It is also the setting for the novel "Botchan" written by Natsume Soseki, and attracts many tourists. 📕 In particular, the Dogo Onsen Main Building (fourth photo) is a symbolic presence, and was the first public bathhouse to be designated as an Important Cultural Property by the country. The spring quality of Dogo Onsen is alkaline simple spring water, which is gentle on the skin and does not cool down easily after bathing. There are many hot spring inns nearby, but there are also public baths and foot baths, so it's a spot where you can casually enjoy the hot spring atmosphere♨️🚶 📍#Dogo Onsen 📍6-8 Dogo Yunomachi, Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, 790-0842 📍Just off the Iyotetsu "Dogo Onsen Station" #Domestic trip #Hot spring trip #Hot spring #Dogo #Matsuyama #Shikoku #Botchan train #Ehime #Train trip

Ehime prefecture is famous for Dogo Onsen When I visited, works designed by Mika Ninagawa were on display ✨🌹 You can take amazing photos ♡ Dogo has not only hot springs, but also a lot of delicious food. Foreigners have also visited! There are many hotels and inns in the area, and it is also famous as a tourist spot. Ehime is famous for sea bream rice and mandarin oranges, and you can even drink mandarin orange juice 🍊 from the tap! Please come and visit us‼ ️ ※I visited in March this year #trip #onsen #solotrip #Shikoku #Ehime #DogoOnsen #tourism #domestictravel #foodie #gourmettrip #trip

A place I decided to visit when I went to Ehime💕 ⁡ Asuka-no-Yuen in Dogo Onsen is a collaborative work with Mika Ninagawa that you can enjoy as part of the "Everyone's Dogo Onsen Revitalization Project"✨ ⁡ About 230 vivid photos harmonize with the buildings of Asuka-no-Yuen and are very beautiful😮💨 ⁡ I went there in the afternoon because I didn't want the shadows of the buildings to get in the works, but it was so hot that there was no one there, which was a miracle♨️ ⁡ By the way, it doesn't cost anything to go here, so even if you don't want to go in the hot springs but just want to take photos, it's fine👌 It's open until July 10th, so please go and check it out! ⁡ #tourism #matsuyamatourism #ehimetrip

Anyone who has watched the anime Spirited Away will probably be familiar with the bathhouse scene that was modeled after this place. There are actually many bathhouses here, but the one modeled after the cartoon had a very long wait, so the lottery came out here instead. From Hiroshima City, you can take a 1.5-2.5 hour ferry to Matsuyama and then take a train to the onsen area, which takes about 1 hour. The starting fee is around 500 yen, excluding soap and shampoo, but you can buy more. You can also go out and buy some pomelo juice. If you want to spend money, there is a free footbath with a view on the hill nearby. #jrpass #japan #travelabroad #japan

Address: 5-6 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan. Getting there: Dogo Onsen Honkan is a four minute walk from Dogo Onsen Station. Highlights: Dogo Onsen Honkan is the symbol and main attraction of Dogo Onsen. Its wooden interior is a maze of stairways, passages and rooms, usually bustling with activity by staff and guests. The Honkan offers two gender-separated, old-fashioned public baths made of stone. A special section of the Honkan, called Yushinden, was constructed and set aside for the Imperial Family's visit in 1899. Today, you can purchase the appropriate ticket and join a short guided tour of the Yushinden and view the facilities reserved for visiting emperors. Opening hours: 6am to 11pm daily Admission fee: 420yen #bucketlistreboot #traveljapan #culturewalk