Miyatamachi
Matsuyama
Visit Miyatamachi
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Miyatamachi
Hotel Aisul Matsuyama
A Western-style hotel. Right beside the JR train station, but a 20 minute walk to the commercial district.
Reviewed on Nov 22, 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 Aug 13, 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 Sep 25, 2018
HOTEL KAJIWARA
Hotel MyStays Matsuyama
Wonderful place! The staff is great and the room was the perfect size with wonderful amenities! There are plenty of food options around and it’s about a 5 minute walk from the tram station! Each room also has its own AC where some hotels in Japan only have central AC it was nice to have personal ...
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Matsuyama
The whole experience was excellent!
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Miyatamachi
Okaido
While Okaido isn't home to many top sights, Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Matsuyama Castle Ropeway 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 Matsuyama Castle Ropeway while you're in 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.
