A Foodie's Two-Day Getaway in Shikoku 🍊🍰

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You've truly found a hidden gem in Ehime, a lesser-known travel destination in Shikoku, Japan, especially famous for its citrus! Getting there is easy: it's about a 2-hour flight from Tokyo to Matsuyama Airport.

Here's your pure eating guide for a delightful two-day trip:

Day 1: Citrus Surprises & Matsuyama Castle Views 🍊🏰

Start your Ehime adventure with its most iconic flavor!

Tap Orange Juice (蛇口からみかんジュース): This is an absolute must-try specialty of Ehime! Imagine turning a tap and having fresh orange juice flow out. While many shops in the arcade district offer it, you felt the one at the airport/station was the best. The first sip is truly astonishing – a perfect blend of sweet and sour with a hint of pleasant bitterness. It's incredibly refreshing!
Matsuyama Castle: From the airport, take the bus directly to the stop in front of the Matsuyama Castle cable car. While the maple leaves weren't red during your visit, the scenery was still lovely. The cable car itself is quite fun and surprisingly thrilling at first, but it moves slowly enough for you to relax and enjoy the ride.

Day 2: Sweet Treats & More Exploration 🍰🚶♀️

Dedicate your second day to discovering more culinary delights and the charm of Matsuyama.

Canpachi Jar Cakes (缶詰ケーキ Canpachi): Along the commercial street leading to Matsuyama Castle, look for a shop with a blue facade. Their jar cakes are incredibly delicious! You highly recommend the orange flavor – it offers multiple layers of taste and texture, making it a refreshing and unmissable treat.
It sounds like a perfect blend of unique local flavors and picturesque sights! Did you get to try any other local Ehime specialties, like Tai-meshi (sea bream rice)?

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Post by ChenJunLe | Jun 21, 2025