Sanbancho
Matsuyama
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.
Things to do
Luxury tour to Iya Valley's Kazurabashi and Oboke gorge by boat
Top hotels in Sanbancho
Comfort Hotel Matsuyama
Very servicable business style hotel with decent breakfast (however don't expect gourmet at these prices!!). A bit far from shopping and eating, tho still many choices within 15-20 min walk. 15 min walk from Matsuyama City station (nb this is NOT the JR Station). Good access to trams.
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025
Tennen Onsen Matsuyama New Grand Hotel
The onsen, the in room facilities have room for improvements. The room is too small for 5 adults!
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Matsuyama
Very clean comfortable room even though it was small. Location was great!
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Candeo Hotels Matsuyama Okaido
Lovely hotel with very friendly staff. Excellent location in the heart of Matsuyama.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Hotel Patio Dogo
Room was clean and very spacious. Just a tad outdated. Location fantastic
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Hotel MyStays Matsuyama
An excellent hotel in a convenient and great location. Views to the castle available.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sanbancho
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.
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.
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.
