Popular places to visit
Imabari Ichihiro
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Imabari Ichihiro during your trip to Imabari. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
Imabari Castle
Learn about the local history of Imabari with a stop at Imabari Castle. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.
Kurushima Strait Bridge
You can find out about the history of Imabari with a visit to Kurushima Strait Bridge. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.
Oyamazumi Shrine
Oyamazumi Shrine is just one of the places to see in Imabari, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area.
Murakami Suigun Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Murakami Suigun Museum during your travels in Imabari. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Omishima Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Omishima Museum of Art in Imabari. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops while you're in the area.
Things to do
Experience Meditation at Shounji Temple, Takehara Tadanoumi
Takehara Historical Townscape & Rabbit Island
Onomichi and Ikuchijima Island Tour Temples Ropeway and Ferry
Top hotels in Katahara
Imabari Kokusai Hotel
Grand hotel, large room, fantastic view, spotlessly clean, helpful staff.Outdoor onsen is lovely and zen garden beautiful.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Jr Clement Inn Imabari
The hotel caters to cyclists and they did a great job of it. Good location too!
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Shimanami PRIME HOTEL IMABARI
Clean rooms, friendly staff, and onsens. Really convenient location near the main station and bike rental office.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Hotel Route Inn Imabari
We loved the beautiful onsen spa!
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
HOTEL OASIS - Adults Only
My favorite
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025
Hotel HORAIRE Saijo
the hotel is place just near the jr station that made a good point
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Katahara
Obe
Obe is well-liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Imabari area, you might plan a trip to Kurushima Strait Bridge or Imabari Castle.
Miyakubo
Miyakubo is well-liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Imabari area, you might plan a trip to Hakata-Oshima Bridge or Murakami Suigun Museum.
Kanoura
Visitors to Kanoura like its beaches and parks, and Hakata Beach is a sight worth a stop.
Miyaura
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Miyaura. You might want to make time for a stop at Omishima Museum of Art or Omishima Fuji Park.
Inokuchi
Inokuchi is well-liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Imabari area, you might plan a trip to Tatara Shimanami Park or Omishima Fuji Park.
