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.
Matsuyama Castle Ropeway
You can find out about the history of Matsuyama with a trip to Matsuyama Castle Ropeway. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.
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.
Things to do
Off the beaten Japan Cruise through Noshima Islands Tides
Luxury tour to Iya Valley's Kazurabashi and Oboke gorge by boat
Explore deep Japan Onomichi and Setoda tours by local guides
Top hotels in Dogomachi
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Matsuyama
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025
Hotel MyStays Matsuyama
Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025
Candeo Hotels Matsuyama Okaido
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2025
Hotel Patio Dogo
Reviewed on May 22, 2025
Dormy Inn Matsuyama Natural Hot Spring
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025
Matsuyama Tokyu REI Hotel
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dogomachi
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.
Ichibancho
If you're spending some time in Ichibancho, Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Akiyama Brothers Birthplace are top sights worth seeing.
Okaido
While Okaido isn't home to many top sights, Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Bansuiso are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sanbancho
You'll appreciate the historic sites during your time in Sanbancho and you might want to plan a stop by Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Bansuiso while you're in the area.
Miyatamachi
Though Miyatamachi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Matsuyama Central Park and Matsuyama Castle.