Ehime Prefecture Prefecture

Facing the tranquil Seto Inland Sea, home to ancient castle towers, citrus orchards, and historic thermal springs.

Latitude: 33.8417

Longitude: 132.7661

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Subheading: Facing the tranquil Seto Inland Sea, home to ancient castle towers, citrus orchards, and historic thermal springs.

Capital / Main Hub: 33.8417

Nearest Airport: MYJ (Matsuyama)

Access from Tokyo: Flight (1h 25m) or Shinkansen to Okayama + Shiokaze Express

Recommended Stay: 2-3 Days

Top 3 Attractions: Dogo Onsen Honkan | Matsuyama Castle | Shimanami Kaido Trail

Signature Dish: Taimeshi (Sea Bream Rice) & Mikan

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Attraction Names:

  • Shimanami Kaido
  • Matsuyama
  • Uchiko
  • Ozu
  • Uwajima

Did You Know?:

  • Dogo Onsen is documented as one of Japan's oldest baths, dating over 3,000 years
  • The Shimanami Kaido connects six islands over 70 km of scenic bike bridges
  • Cultivates over 40 varieties of specialty citrus fruits