[2025 Matsuyama Attraction] Travel Guide for Dogo Park (Updated Apr)

From Dogo Onsen in Matsuyama City, if you walk left along the road, you will come across a historical site that was once the residence of the Kono clan during the Heian period, known as Yuzuki Castle. The remaining ruins have now been transformed into a park, the lush green Dogo Park. The moat still exists, forming a river that surrounds the park. When visiting during cherry blossom season, the beautiful blossoms reflect on the moat, creating a stunning scene. Climbing up to the observation deck on the castle ruins offers a wide view, allowing you to see Matsuyama Castle, Matsuyama City, and the cherry blossoms covering the mountains. Not far from Dogo Park is Dogo Station, a retro wooden building that exudes an ancient charm, making you feel as if you have traveled back to the Heian period, ready to take a tram to the hot springs.

#Ehime #DogoPark Visited on December 1st. #BreathtakingView Dogo Park was originally a castle. The Kono clan ruled over this area, and it was here that battles were fought frequently during the Sengoku period. The park is so beautiful, and there are so many people having picnics and relaxing that I found myself dozing off! It may not be that well-known, but I think it's a great place!

Close to the Dogo Onsen Honkan and Dogo Station is Dogo Park. Dogo Park is almost perfect. Not too big, you can walk around it, or over it, in fifteen minutes. The park has lots to see and do. The observation platform at the top offers a magnificent panoramic view of Matsuyama, the castle, and the Seto Inland Sea. There’s nothing that resembles a castle anymore, but there’s a well-made replica of a samurai compound, and a very good little museum. The park is close to many other attractions, but it’s well worth a visit in itself, if only to see the people of Matsuyama taking their leisure in a little local oasis. #givethanks #givethanks

One of the places I really wanted to visit while traveling in Japan was Dogo Onsen! ✨ It is also famous as the inspiration for the hot spring in the anime Spirited Away. On this trip, I will visit the hot spring in person, enjoy the hot spring, and share what I felt while looking around the area. Dogo Onsen Main Building and Annex When I visited, the main building of Dogo Onsen was not yet fully open, which was a shame, but fortunately, I was able to enjoy the hot spring at the Dogo Onsen Annex! The annex also boasts a traditional architecture just as wonderful as the main building, and the interior facilities were also great. After enjoying the hot spring, the time spent relaxing in a calm atmosphere was truly healing. They served Japanese sweets and green tea together, and the taste was really great! The staff was also very kind, which made the experience even more satisfying. Famous places near Dogo Onsen There are many things to see around Dogo Onsen! Among them, the Dogo Clock Tower and Starbucks Dogo Branch were particularly impressive. In particular, the Dogo Clock Tower shows performances at regular intervals, capturing the attention of tourists! Also, there are many cute souvenir shops and snack shops in the shopping area near Dogo Onsen. In particular, since the Matsuyama area is famous for citrus fruits, there were many citrus-based desserts! I recommend trying one. 🌳 Healing time at Dogo Park On the way to Dogo Onsen, there is Dogo Park. At first, I thought I would just pass by, but when I actually went there, it was so beautiful! There were green trees neatly arranged throughout the park, and the walking path was well-maintained. Surprisingly, I was even able to see a heron! If you climb up the walking path in the park to the top, you will be able to see a spectacular view of the entire city of Matsuyama. You should definitely go there! Isaniwa Shrine There is also Isaniwa Shrine near Dogo Onsen. You can get there by walking a little past Dogo Starbucks. ⚠️ Be careful! There are quite a few stairs to get to the shrine! However, a beautiful view awaits you when you climb up, so it is worth the challenge. The shrine itself is very beautiful, and the serene atmosphere is charming. In particular, the view from the shrine is so beautiful. 🚶♀️ Getting to Dogo Onsen People who travel to Matsuyama usually stay in the Okaido area and travel there. You can take a bus to Dogo Onsen, but I recommend walking! The road there is so beautiful, and you can feel the typical atmosphere of a small Japanese town. 🏡 If you walk along the quiet alleys, you can fully enjoy the romance of your trip in a leisurely atmosphere! I highly recommend Dogo Onsen! Dogo Onsen is more than just a hot spring, it is a place where traditional Japanese style and modern convenience are harmoniously combined. Not only can you enjoy the hot spring and heal, but you can also visit various nearby attractions to make your trip even more fulfilling! ✨ If you are planning a trip to a Japanese hot spring, I highly recommend Dogo Onsen!!

📍Around Dogo Onsen Dogo Onsen is a hot spring that springs up in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, Shikoku. It is said to be one of the three oldest hot springs in Japan, and its existence has been known since ancient times, and it is even mentioned in the first volume of the Manyoshu. It is a historic hot spring that Prince Shotoku is said to have bathed in. With Dogo Onsen as a base, there are many tourist spots around. First, the first photo is the main building of Dogo Onsen. Next, the second photo is the Botchan train (this is a decoration and does not move). The third photo is Dogo Park. It is within walking distance from Dogo Onsen. The fourth photo is the bougainvillea at the restaurant behind Dogo Park in Dogo. There are many restaurants around Dogo. Photos 5 and 6 are Isaniwa Shrine. It is rumored that if you visit this shrine, your love will come true. Actually, both my brother and I visited here with our current partners and decided to get married, so it is definitely worth a visit. Please use it when exploring Dogo. #0yentravelFebruary2025

"Yunoya" is a famous inari shrine in the local area. 📍3-10 Dogo Yunomachi, Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, 790-0842 "Dogo Yukemuri Cafe" bakes dumplings right in front of you. 📍3-16 Dogo Yunomachi, Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, 790-0842 Both are located next to each other, so they are close by. Buy two and head to Dogo Park! On a nice day, you can see people taking walks and sunbathing. The delicious inari shrines and dumplings you can eat in the greenery of this natural environment with the chirping of birds are exquisite. It will purify your soul. Dogo Park is full of greenery and feels great. Please go there on a nice day. #0 yen trip

#thingstodo Absolutely gorgeous little park. Lots of birds, turtles and nice scenery to enjoy. We spent some wonderful hours here. Enjoyed watching a guy with a pigeon on a leash. Wildlife here seems to be quite the attraction, given the TV teams competing with us amateurs for inner city wildlife and nature shots. Comfortable environment, you can leisurely stroll for an afternoon.