A Matsuyama travel itinerary filled with gentle romance

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A 3-Day, 2-Night Matsuyama Travel Guide You'll Regret Missing

Matsuyama, Shikoku's largest city, offers the charm of Japan's oldest hot springs and a castle town! ✨
Easily accessible via direct flights from Tokyo and Osaka or via Shikoku's transportation network.

✔️ Location & Transportation
• Central city of Ehime Prefecture, Shikoku
• Direct flights from Tokyo/Osaka to Matsuyama take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes ✈️
• Convenient access to both the city and the surrounding area via the JR Shikoku Railway and the Iyo Railway (streetcar) 🚋

✔️ Travel Highlights
• Day 1: Arrive at Matsuyama → Explore the magnificent Matsuyama Castle 🏯 → In the evening, soak in the hot springs at the 1,200-year-old Dogo Onsen Main Building ♨️
• Day 2: Suburb excursion by JR train 🚆 → Visit Ozu, known as "Japan's Little Kyoto," to explore Ozu Castle and Keichuan Temple → Visit Shimonada Station, the closest station to the sea in Japan, to enjoy the sunset 🌅 (a must-see photo opportunity 📷)
• Day 3: Pilgrimage to Ishiteji Temple → Enjoy shopping and Mikkan desserts in Dogo Onsen Village before returning home ✈️

✔️ Travel Tips
📍 Dogo Onsen Main Building requires advance reservations
📍 Save money on transportation to Ozu and Shimonada with the JR 1-Day Pass 🚆
📍 Visit Shimonada Station around sunset for the best views 🌊

✨ If you're looking to experience the charm of a small Japanese town and a romantic sunset, a 3-day, 2-night trip to Matsuyama this summer is the way to go.

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