2025 Uwajima Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

Uwajima Castle, located in Uwajima City, Ehime Prefecture, is a popular spot among history enthusiasts as one of the 12 remaining original castle towers in Japan. Situated on a small hill, it requires a bit of effort to access, but the view from the tower is breathtaking. It's worth visiting not only for castle lovers but also as a highlight of Uwajima sightseeing. ⭐️ Access and Time Required ・About a 25-minute walk from JR Uwajima Station ・If using the bus, get off at 'Uwajima Bus Center' and walk for 15 minutes To reach the castle tower, you need to walk along a mountain path, which takes about 10-15 minutes. Since the path includes slopes and stairs, it's best to wear comfortable shoes. ⭐️ Highlights 1. The Beauty of the Original 12 Castle Towers The wooden castle tower, which has remained since the Edo period, is small but beautiful with its contrast of white walls and black tiles. Inside the castle, you can feel the weight of history in the texture of the pillars and beams. 2. The Spectacular View from the Castle Tower Located on a hill about 80 meters above sea level, the castle tower offers a panoramic view of Uwajima City and Uwajima Bay. On clear days, the sea sparkles, making it perfect for photos. 3. The Castle Construction Techniques of Takatora Todo Uwajima Castle is one of the castles built by the master castle builder Takatora Todo, and its stone walls are distinctive. Observing the meticulously stacked stone walls is also enjoyable. ⭐️ Tips for Visiting ・Visit Early in the Morning There are fewer people, allowing you to enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the castle tower. The scenery in the clear morning air is also exceptional. ・Take Precautions Against Heatstroke in Summer Since you have to climb a mountain path, it can get quite hot in summer. Be sure to stay hydrated and wear a hat. ・Enjoy Uwajima's Local Specialties After your visit, it's recommended to try 'Tai-meshi' or 'Jakoten' around the station. Especially, Uwajima's Tai-meshi, where sashimi is marinated in a special sauce, is a must-try. ⭐️ Opening Hours and Fees ・Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:30 PM) ・Admission Fee: 200 yen for adults, free for high school students and younger ⭐️ Summary Uwajima Castle is a compact yet impressive historical spot. Although it requires a bit of climbing, the view from the castle tower is magnificent, making it a must-visit as the main attraction of Uwajima sightseeing. Enjoy Uwajima to the fullest by combining your visit with a stroll around the castle town and local gourmet food!

🇯🇵 [Ehime Prefecture] Cosmos Festival in Mima-cho, Uwajima City! (^^) Mima-cho, Uwajima City! With the cooperation of local farmers, the cosmos fields bloom beautifully every year! (^^) 5 million cosmos flowers in about 6 hectares of rice fields and the cosmos fields around Seimyo Elementary School, the main venue, are expanded! (^^) The cosmos flowers are in full bloom all over the place, and the scenery that colors the autumn is wonderful♪ It is held every year from mid-October to mid-November (^^) The cosmos flowers are spread all over the place and it is the most beautiful! Please go and check it out ^ ^ #0 yen trip February 2025

📍Wild Pizzeria SELVAGGIO A pizza shop produced by the famous "Pizzeria GTALIA DA FILIPPO", a restaurant run by the world's best pizza chef and located near Shakujii Park in Tokyo, has opened inside the "Waterside Lodge" in Mori no Kuni, located on the banks of the Meguro River in Matsuno Town, the source of the Shimanto River. The world's best wood-fired pizza made with carefully selected local ingredients, "Matsuno Town Matsuchan Tomato World's Best Margherita STG", is said to be a recommended dish unique to Mori no Kuni, so I ordered it right away. You can enjoy delicious dishes and desserts made with plenty of seasonal Ehime ingredients. Enjoy a relaxing and delicious meal while looking out at the Nametoko Valley. By the way, it is open from the winter holidays until mid-March. #FreeHotelStay

🇯🇵 [Ehime Prefecture] Bukkokuji Temple, 42nd Temple of the 88 Shikoku Temples 42nd Temple of the Shikoku Temples (^^) This is a temple of the Omuro school of Shingon Buddhism, with its head temple in Ninna-ji, Kyoto! (^^) The temple grounds are lined with a mountain gate, main hall, thatched bell tower, Fudo Hall, guardian deity Shinmei-son, Prince Shotoku Hall, and Shin Daishi Hall, and have a unique style! The seated statues of Dainichi Nyorai and Kobo Daishi in the main hall are prefecturally designated cultural properties. They are called "O-Dainichi" after the principal image (^^) [Location] 1683, Mima-cho, Uwajima City, Ehime Prefecture [Access] Bus stop Morigahana / 38 minutes on foot from Uwajima Motor Bus Bus stop Roadside Station Mima / 40 minutes on foot from Uwajima Motor Bus Bus stop Muta Community Center / 43 minutes on foot from Uwajima Motor Bus #0 Yen Trip January 2025

🇯🇵 [Ehime] 41st temple of the 88 Shikoku Pilgrimage Inariyama Gokokuin Ryukoji Temple^ ^ 41st temple of the 88 Shikoku Pilgrimage Inariyama Gokokuin Ryukoji Temple^ ^ Kōbō Daishi realized that the white-haired old man he met here was an incarnation of the Great God of Grain, so he carved a statue of the old man and enshrined him as Inari Daimyojin. The old main hall became the main building of Inari Shrine in the early Meiji period. It is affectionately known as "Mima no Inari-san." [Location] 173 Togan, Mima-cho, Uwajima City, Ehime Prefecture [Access] About 16 minutes on foot from the Iyomiyanoshita Station exit About 20 minutes on foot from the Muta Station exit About 41 minutes on foot from the Futamata Station exit #0 yen trip January 2025

I had a strong image of Ehime = oranges, but the first thing I felt when I went to Ehime was that the fish was really delicious! Especially in Uwajima, all the fish are incredibly firm! The restaurant I'm introducing this time, I actually didn't do any research beforehand 🤭 A local old man saw our car with Nagoya license plate and said, "I used to live in Nagoya for 25 years," and from there, he told me all about the charms of Uwajima and told me, "This conveyor belt sushi is the best place to eat!" Look at the first photo! The sea is right in front of the restaurant! The location is also great! The taste of the fish caught in such a beautiful sea is the best! And the price is also very reasonable! ……………………………………………………………… ☑︎ Recommended points Sushiemon's parent company is a fishery company that bids off fresh fish landed in the market every day and wholesales it to high-end sushi restaurants, restaurants, and various places around the country, such as Tsukiji! The fish farmed in the offshore fishing grounds, where the Kuroshio Current flows in and the tides collide violently, are 90m deep at their deepest point, and it is no exaggeration to say that they are the best in Japan! One of their commitments is that they only purchase fish farmed in an environment that is the same as that of wild fish, and they are particular about carefully selecting seasonal ingredients and serving them as quickly as possible after they are landed! Because Sushiemon is a fishery company, they can provide fresh fish of the same quality as high-end sushi restaurants at the lowest possible price!! ……………………………………………………………………☑︎Points to check・On Tuesdays and Fridays, plates priced under 160 yen are 100 yen・Daily events are held every day・Cash discounts available by registering as LINE friends・As this is a very popular restaurant, it's best to go at opening time or after 11am・Children's tableware is available, but there is no special children's menu My daughter had egg, okra gunkan, and whiting tempura……………………………………………………………………☑︎It's okay if you can't go to this restaurant🙆♂️Good news for those who can't go to the main store because it's too far away😢! There are several stores all over the country! Ehime Matsuyama Oguri store/Kumanodai storeTokyo Eas Takao storeHyogo AEON Mall Kobe Minami storeFukuoka BRANCH Hakata Papillon Garden storeSaitama Tokorozawa storeKanagawa Shonan Mall Fil storePlease come and visit us✨………………………………………………………………I went to 📍Conveyor belt sushi Sushiemon Uwajima main store 2-1-6 Bentencho, Uwajima, Ehime Prefecture00895-24-100010:30-22:00Open all year roundFree parking………………………………………………………………#Domestic travel record #Ehime gourmet

I found a dish of egg on rice that I will never forget! In Ehime, there is Matsuyama Taimeshi (rice cooked with grilled sea bream) and Uwajima Taimeshi, but what I absolutely wanted to try on this trip was Kadoya's "Uwajima Taimeshi". The firm, springy, fresh and plump sea bream sashimi is mixed with raw egg with special broth and served on hot rice. It was so delicious I can't put it into words! I realized that when people eat something really delicious, they lose themselves and are speechless! The grilled bonito on straw also made me wonder what kind of bonito I had been eating until now, it had a nice straw aroma, the flesh was chewy and, despite being lean, it had just the right amount of fat and was not at all smelly and delicious……………………………………………………………………☑︎What I ordered this time: Uwajima sea bream rice set, grilled bonito on straw set set, the specialty jakoten, and children's lunch for three people came to ¥5,500………………………………………………………………☑︎It's okay if you can't make it to the main Uwajima store🙆♂️・In Ehime prefecture, there are also 3 stores in Uwajima, 2 in Matsuyama, 1 store in Dogo Onsen, and also in Tokyo Kadoya Hibiya House / Kadoya Toranomon / Kadoya Kasumi House! *Menus and prices vary by store. Please do come and try them out………………………………………………………………The store I went to is 📍Kadoya Main Store 1-23 Tsurushimacho, Uwajima City, Ehime Prefecture11:00-14:00/17:00-20:30Open only at night on Thursdays (closed only from 12/31 to 1/1)3-minute walk from JR Uwajima StationThere is no parking lot, but if you park in the parking lot opposite, you can get a 1-hour service voucher……………………………………………………………………#Uwajima Taimeshi #EhimeGourmet #DomesticTravelRecord

Along with Matsuyama Castle, it is one of the 12 castle towers still in existence in Japan. The main castle tower faces Uwajima Bay from the front and is demarcated by unequal-sided pentagonal ropes. It was built by the famous castle builder Fujido Takatora with his outstanding castle-building skills and is unbreakable. Climb up the steep stone steps along the huge stone wall and you can see the three-story castle tower on the top of the mountain, which has retained its original appearance. The interior of the castle tower retains its wooden atmosphere, and you can overlook the Uwajima Bay and the Uwajima town area. #ChristmasDestinations2024

About 2 hours by car from Matsuyama City. Uwajima City is located here. Uwajima Castle was the castle of Date Masamune's eldest son, Date Hidemune, and his family. This is where the Uwajima Date clan lived. Of the existing castle towers, there are 12 that have never been rebuilt. Uwajima Castle is one of them. Uwajima Castle stands on a small hill overlooking Uwajima City, and can be reached by climbing stairs and slopes from the parking lot. After walking for about 10 minutes, the castle tower comes into view. Take off your shoes, pay the entrance fee and enter the castle. There is an introduction to the history of Uwajima City, the history of Uwajima Castle, and the Uwajima Date clan. When you go up to the castle tower, you can see a 360° panoramic view...✨ I was so excited to see the mountains, sea, and city as far as the eye could see🥰 📍: Uwajima Castle 🚉: About 15 minutes walk from Uwajima Station 🅿️: Yes (paid) 💰: 200 yen for adults, free for high school students and younger ️📝: The stairs are steep, so I recommend wearing clothes that are easy to move in (It is best to avoid wide-legged pants and skirts as much as possible) #FuritabiWinter #Ehime #EhimeTrip #EhimeTourism #CastleTour #UwajimaCastle

#DomesticTravelRecord Ehime Prefecture is located in the Shikoku region of Japan, and is an area with plenty of natural and historical sites and cultural attractions. It is also known as the birthplace of Ehime mandarins, and you can enjoy fresh mandarins. ﹢﹒ ✦⊹﹒ ﹢﹒ ✦⊹﹒ ﹢﹒ ✦⊹﹒ ﹢﹒ ✦⊹﹒ ﹢﹒ ✦ Outing record ◼︎Towel Museum A facility in Imabari City that proposes lifestyle and culture through towels In the 5th floor gallery, in addition to the permanent exhibition "Into the World of Moomin", towel works with warmth and gentleness are on display ◼︎Imabari Castle A sea castle built by Todo Takatora on the coast facing the Seto Inland Sea Saltwater fish such as sea bream, pufferfish, and small sharks swim in the moat ◼︎Ozu Castle A restored wooden castle tower located in Ozu City It is the first restored wooden castle tower in Japan with four stories and a height of 19.15m, making it the tallest in Japan You can experience staying overnight at a castle for the first time in Japan ◼︎Uwajima Castle A flatland castle built on a hill 80m above sea level in the center of Uwajima Built by Todo Takatora, it was extensively renovated by the second head of the Date clan, Munetoshi, to its current shape It is one of the 12 existing castle towers ◼︎Orange BAR (inside Matsuyama Airport) Near the check-in area on the first floor of Matsuyama Airport Turn on the tap and you'll get orange juice #solotravel #girlstrip #domestictravel #castletour #museum #airport #mandarin #Ehime #Ehimetourism #Imabari #Ozu #Uwajima #Moomin

#100 Ways to Travel DAY 18: Today I visited the 40th sacred site - Guanzizai Temple The "Kochi Training Center" was also successfully completed The "Ehime Bodhi Dojo" will be officially opened tomorrow I have been riding alone on the Shikoku Pilgrimage route for the past half month I have also gained a lot of experience and understanding of life Use your feet to push the pedals to move forward Use both hands to control the faucet and brake Enjoy the scenery along the way with your eyes Listen to the radio and navigation with headphones You never know where the fork in the road lies What path will it take you? What kind of scenery do you see... There is no absolutely correct choice Your decision now. Or the path you are taking It's the best right now. It’s also a process you need to go through. If you can learn something from each process Then this experience has not been in vain The most frightening thing is that some people cannot let go of the past, full of regrets and remorse In life, the present and health are the most important things. Enjoy the moment and have fun Visiting the Shrine: ◎ Enkojji Temple, a stone turtle with a temple bell on its back and an ancient garden ◎The 40th Kanjizaiji Temple The farthest spiritual place from Ichiban Ryozanji Temple, the three stone frogs ◎Special Sixth-floor Fushou Temple (Ryukoin) Accommodation: Uwajima Oriental Hotel Today's cycling distance: 95 kilometers Cumulative cycling mileage: 1231 km #Japan #FourCountries #Shikoku Pilgrimage #Shikoku Pilgrimage #Seto Inland Sea #Tokushima #Awa Spiritual Field #Kochi #Tosa Sacred Ground #Ehime #Sanuki Sacred Ground #Kagawa #Iyo Sacred Ground #BicycleTravel #Two people walking together #Kobodashi #Namo Master Universal Illumination Vajra #Shikoku Pilgrimage 88 #Gohenro #Shimanami Kaido #Shodoshima #Setonaikai National Park #Don't ask me how much the trip costs #Ask yourself how many years of youth you have left #japan #tokushima #kochi #ehime #takematsu

#100 Ways to Travel DAY 19： An earthquake measuring 6.4 on the Richter scale occurred at 11:17 Japan time last night. The epicenter was in the Toyogo Channel in Ehime Prefecture, Shikoku, with a depth of 50 kilometers. The Uwajima Oriental Hotel where I stayed was located in Ehime Prefecture, the rock district at the epicenter. The earthquake of September 21 didn't wake me up. This time I was sleeping soundly in the guest room on the sixth floor of the hotel. Suddenly, a sudden earthquake shook me and I jumped out of bed. I quickly dressed, picked up my bag and mobile phone, and I hurriedly moved to the first floor and saw that many people had gathered in the open space outside the lobby. The vases and display items at the elevator entrance were staggered. Then I called my wife to report that I was safe. When I returned to the room, I turned on the TV and every channel was on. Playing an earthquake report, the authorities said there was no need to worry about triggering a tsunami. I lay in bed and felt 3-4 aftershocks throughout the night. Although each time did not last long, it made me tremble all night long and made it difficult for me to sleep well. Today’s riding realization: Some roads must be walked alone. This is not loneliness, but choice. If you are insignificant in other people’s world, then shine in your own world. Visit the shrine: ◎Ryukoji Shishiichi Ryukoji Temple is located in a highland with pleasant scenery ◎Forty-second edition of Butsumokuji Temple ◎43rd Meisekiji Couple's Cedar and Patio Painting ◎Begoshichiban Kinzan Desekiji Temple, 820 meters above sea level, Kobo Daishi’s Dharma Protective Stone Accommodation: Ota Hotel, Osu City Today’s riding mileage: 84 kilometers Cumulative cycling mileage: 1315 kilometers #Japan #四国 #四国平路 #四国Banlutonghaohui #Seto内海 #德岛 #apo灵场 #kochi #Tosa神场 #爱hime #sanukishinjang #香川 #伊yospiritual field #biketrip #二人行 #公法师 #南无大师极光天 #四国Banlu88燇sho #yubianlu #shimaamikaido #小豆岛 #Setouchi National Park #Don’t ask me how much it costs to travel #Ask yourself how many years of youth you have left #japan #tokushima #kochi #ehime #takematsu

Uwajima is a city in the Nanyo region of Ehime Prefecture, which is generally not a common destination and rarely visited on purpose. It depends on how much you like Japan. The keep of Uwajima Castle is not large, but it is one of the only twelve remaining from the Edo period. It is located on a not-so-high mountain, but the path up gives a real sense of climbing to a castle. In the summer, when it's over 30 degrees Celsius, it's quite cool at the top, making it worth the climb. From the top floor, you can see a panoramic view of Uwajima Bay and the city center. The entrance fee is 200 yen. If you are really interested, you can take the JR Yosan Line limited express Uwakai from Matsuyama, which takes about an hour and a half to reach Uwajima. After getting off the train, it's about a 15-minute walk to Uwajima Castle Park. It's recommended not to visit in the peak of summer!

#tourism Ryūko-ji Temple is a Shingon sect temple in Uwajima, Ehime Prefecture, Japan. The temple has a solemn atmosphere and historical value, and is known as a place visited by many believers and tourists. The principal image of Ryuko-ji Temple is the Eleven-Headed Kannon Bodhisattva, whose merciful appearance gives peace and salvation to believers. Ryūko-ji Temple is located at 173 Togari, Mima-cho, Uwajima City, and stands in a natural environment. Beautiful gardens and forests surround the temple, bringing tranquility and peace to visitors. Ryuko-ji Temple also plays an important role in the local community, and is sometimes used as a venue for local events and activities. This temple has a variety of attractions, including historical buildings, beautiful Buddha statues, and traditional events. For this reason, many people visit Ryuko-ji Temple and use it as a place to forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life and calm their minds.

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Uwajima Castle, one of the 12 castle towers still in existence in Japan 201703 I didn’t go to Shikoku for the cherry blossom viewing, but I was lucky enough to encounter cherry blossoms in full bloom in this small but beautiful city. It just so happened that we visited on a weekday and there was almost no one there, so it was super easy to take photos! There is a small park below where children will be happy to see the swings and slides! Because the children were still young at the time (sister 2 years old, brother 5 years old), an adult played with the children and then took turns to go up and take pictures of the castle! Uwajima Castle is a castle in Uwajima City, Ehime Prefecture, Japan. It is a national historic and cultural property of Japan. #Super comfortable and beautiful small town #The child played in the park and didn't want to leave #Adults take turns climbing up the castle to explore #Uwajima #Ehime #Sakura #Castle #Uwajima Castle #Japan #National Historic Site #Park #Cultural Property #Good Places for Families#Overseas Travel

Uwajima Castle, one of the 12 castle towers still in existence in Japan 201703 I didn’t go to Shikoku for the cherry blossom viewing, but I was lucky enough to encounter cherry blossoms in full bloom in this small but beautiful city. It just so happened that we visited on a weekday and there was almost no one there, so it was super easy to take photos! There is a small park below where children will be happy to see the swings and slides! Because the children were still young at the time (sister 2 years old, brother 5 years old), an adult played with the children and then took turns to go up and take pictures of the castle! Uwajima Castle is a castle in Uwajima City, Ehime Prefecture, Japan. It is a national historic and cultural property of Japan. #Super comfortable and beautiful small town #The child played in the park and didn't want to leave #Adults take turns climbing up the castle to explore #Uwajima #Ehime #Sakura #Castle #Uwajima Castle #Japan #National Historic Site #Park #Cultural Property #Good Places for Families#Overseas Travel

Built in 1601 by Todo Takatora, a renowned castle builder, it became the residence of nine generations of the Date clan. The castle tower was rebuilt around 1666 by the second lord of the Date clan, and is now one of the 12 precious surviving castle towers, making it a symbol of Uwajima City. Address: Marunouchi Parking Lot, Uwajima City. Regular cars 100 yen (1 hour) / 46 spaces. Large vehicles / Pick-up and drop-off area only. *For large vehicles, please contact the Kisaiya Hiroba Roadside Station (0895-22-3934) or the Date Museum (0895-22-7776) to make a reservation. Opening hours [Gates open] 6:00-17:00 (November-February) / 6:00-18:30 (March-October) [Castle tower] 9:00-16:00 (November-February) / 9:00-17:00 (March-October) Closed days Open everyday Admission fee Adults 200 yen Elementary and junior high school students Free Over 65 years old 160 yen Please show ID. Handicapped Free Please show disability certificate etc. Adults (20 or more) 160 yen

Ehime is known for its Taimeshi (sea bream rice), but in Matsuyama style, the rice is cooked with grilled sea bream. In Uwajima style, the rice is soaked in soy sauce dashi broth from sashimi. I love the Uwajima style! The sea bream miso soup is made with barley miso, and it is full of sweetness and has a very gentle taste! Address: 1-3-2 Marunouchi, Uwajima City, Ehime Prefecture, 798-0060 Atmosphere/Facilities: The interior of the restaurant has been renovated and is very clean, with a counter and sunken kotatsu-style tables. Recommendation: Sea bream rice is the best! Average price: Lunch about 1500 yen Budget per person: 1500 yen Rating: ★★★★☆

We rented a boat from Yamamura Shokai in Uwajima, which is very close to Minami Rakuen, and went fishing🎣 We arrived before dawn, and under the starry sky that you can't see in Tokyo, we prepared for fishing🌠 As the sun rose, we loaded our luggage onto the boat and set sail🚤 With the morning sun behind us, we started fishing🐟 We parked the boat at a fish farm in the bay, and the waves were calm, so even beginners can enjoy it with peace of mind😄 As expected of Uwajima, we didn't catch any big fish that day, but we caught about 30 fish in half a day by fishing for five fish, mainly sea bream😋 There were also boats that had caught a lot of squid🦑 The conversation with the famous old lady from Yamamura Shokai, who sees us off and welcomes us at the pier, was also extremely powerful and energizing😂 You need to prepare your fishing equipment, but you can easily rent a boat and go out to sea, so it's recommended for those who want to go fishing on a boat😄 #Outdoor #Ehime #fishing #sea bream fishing #boat #Uwajima #sea #starry sky