Dogo Onsen · Okudogo Onsen × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan for family trips

Dogo Onsen, Japan's oldest Onsen with a history of approximately 3,000 years, has been celebrated as one of the nation's most renowned hot springs, even mentioned in poems such as "Shiratama no Ishiyu" and "Iyo no Yuketa." Funaya Ryokan (now known as "Funaya") opened here during the Kan'ei era of the Edo period. For over 390 years, it has been cherished as a beloved Property for countless travelers. Dogo Onsen, which appears in ancient texts like the "Nihon Shoki" and "Manyoshu," was made decisively famous by Natsume Soseki's novel "Botchan." The haiku, "Hajimete no Funaya tomari wo shigure keri," was composed in the autumn of 1893 when Soseki stayed at Funaya during his first year as a teacher in Matsuyama. Funaya Ryokan has also been a favorite Property of literary figures connected to Matsuyama, such as Masaoka Shiki and Takahama Kyoshi. At "Dogo Onsen Funaya," you can enjoy a vast garden of approximately 1,500 tsubo (about 4,950 square meters) with a flowing mountain stream. The Property has been meticulously crafted to harmonize the charm of tradition with a fresh, modern spirit. Please savor a memorable moment of your journey with us.

A traditional Japanese Ryokan, Dogo-kan, designed by renowned Japanese architect Kisho Kurokawa, harmoniously blends the charm of the Edo period with modern aesthetics. Located on a hill in the Dogo Onsen area, it offers a view of Matsuyama Castle from its west-facing windows. Guests can enjoy various bathing facilities such as cascading baths, reclining baths, and open-air baths in the large communal bath area, along with meticulous hospitality.

Since ancient times, Dogo Onsen has been soothing the minds and bodies of travelers. At this elegant hidden property, Villa Oborozukiyo, enjoy moments of relaxation with the smooth onsen waters, savor meals adorned with seasonal ingredients, and immerse yourself in the contrast between the refined space and the four seasons.

The soaring lobby features tasteful lighting and camellia-patterned carpets, creating a nostalgic Meiji-era atmosphere. For dinner, choose from a wide variety buffet or a kaiseki course showcasing seasonal Setouchi flavors. Enjoy Onsen water brought in from Dogo Onsen in the open-air bath surrounded by a Japanese garden and in the large public bath. In the evening, don’t miss the powerful Suigun Taiko drum performance. Recommended for families, couples, and married pairs visiting Dogo Onsen.

Founded in 1937, Yamato-ya Besso—beloved by literary figures—is a purely Japanese-style Ryokan with 19 Rooms and a Michelin four-star rating. Within its time-honored sukiya-style architecture, each Room features an indoor hot-spring bath made of Koya-maki cypress. Meals are served in your Room by dedicated attendants, allowing you to savor the flavors of Iyo at a relaxed pace. This Accommodation is ideal for a personal retreat or a quiet, refined stay for adults.

A modern Japanese-style onsen property located directly in front of the Important Cultural Property, Dogo Onsen Honkan. Enjoy dishes that fully utilize the rich ingredients of Setouchi and spend a luxurious and open time surrounded by starlight in the rooftop open-air bath overlooking the city of Matsuyama.

In October 2019, at Japan's oldest Dogo Onsen, we proudly opened as Japan's latest environmentally friendly ZEB (Net Zero Energy Building) Hotel. With the concept of "kindness to people and the environment," we offer the relaxation of an Onsen inn and the comfort of a Hotel stay. Facing the symbol of this area, the "Dogo Onsen Honkan," enjoy the spectacular view of Matsuyama's castle town from our Onsen large public bath. Savor a main dish and buffet dinner featuring seasonal ingredients from Setouchi. Immerse yourself in history and literature, experience Japan's oldest Onsen, and spend a high-quality, special moment with your loved ones.

Japan's oldest renowned Onsen, "Dogo Onsen," and the nationally designated Important Cultural Property, the symbol of Dogo, "Dogo Onsen Honkan." Located just east of this historic Honkan is "CHAHARU Hanare Dogo Yumezo," an accommodation that embodies the charm of Ehime through local production for local consumption. Relax in a Tobe-ware bathtub filled with Dogo's famous hot spring water while gazing at the red glass windows of the Honkan. After your bath, wrap yourself in a luxurious Imabari towel. Savor carefully selected ingredients from Ehime and let your dreams flow as you admire the historic Honkan. The sound of the time drum echoes Dogo's rich history—experience all that Ehime has to offer here.

- 5-minute walk to Dogo Onsen Main Building! - A small hidden Property in Dogo with only 7 rooms - Private Onsen with natural hot spring water - A space where Japanese style, ART, and plants harmonize - Additive-free breakfast "Genki-meshi" featuring delicious seasonal ingredients from Ehime This is a very rare wooden Property in Dogo, a "guesthouse-style Onsen Ryokan" where the Japanese aesthetic blends with ART and plants. The building is a masterpiece of early Showa architecture, a two-story wooden structure in pure Japanese style that once flourished as a high-class kaiseki Ryokan. While it does not feature the latest modern Facility and may have some inconveniences, we hope you will experience the charm and nostalgia that cannot be found in a Hotel. We offer various Plans to suit your needs, such as No Meals Included, private Onsen access, and our proud breakfast included. We look forward to welcoming you!

Dogo Onsen, one of Japan’s three oldest hot springs. In the historic Onsen town, “Dogo Onsen Yachiyo” celebrated its grand opening in the summer of 2018. Each Room blends Japanese elegance with refined sophistication and features a private open-air bath with free-flowing Dogo Onsen water. Enjoy a relaxing soak at any time you like. Unwind in the renowned waters of Dogo and savor kaiseki cuisine crafted with seasonal ingredients for a truly sensory experience.

Nigitatsu Kaikan is ideally located in the heart of Dogo Onsen, Japan's oldest onsen town, just a 5-minute walk from the iconic Dogo Onsen Honkan. The accommodation features a relaxing space with a circulating filtration onsen (large public bath) and sauna to soothe your travel fatigue. Guest rooms include Japanese-style, Western-style, and hybrid Japanese-Western rooms, catering to everything from family vacations to business stays. At the on-site restaurant, you can savor authentic kaiseki cuisine made with seasonal ingredients from Setouchi. Additionally, the facility is equipped with venues suitable for training sessions or meetings. With amenities such as free parking and Wi-Fi, it ensures a comfortable stay. Perfect for sightseeing trips as well as long-term stays or business use!

In Japan's oldest hot spring area, preserving the charm of the castle town, you can enjoy a variety of baths, including a newly renovated large bathhouse, open-air baths with a sense of freedom, foot baths, and completely private reserved open-air baths. We offer authentic Japanese Kaiseki cuisine prepared with carefully selected seasonal ingredients, shuttle service by retro bonnet bus, a warm welcome by geishas, and a variety of events within the property.

Just steps away from Dogo Onsen Honkan, we pride ourselves on a modern atmosphere and Dogo's first rooftop open-air bath. Enjoy your meals in a sophisticated setting with performances by chefs that delight all five senses.

Just a few dozen seconds on foot from Dogo Onsen Honkan. A long-established Ryokan founded in 1868, featuring authentic Japanese sukiya-style architecture.Inside the property is “Senjuden,” the only Noh stage in Dogo, offering an enchanting moment to experience the beauty of Japanese tradition.For breakfast, we serve local specialties such as “Iyo Tai-meshi” (sea bream rice) and fresh mandarin juice from a tap.Enjoy a special stay where the elegance of a Ryokan meets the comfort of a Hotel.

Experience the renowned natural Onsen, known as "Bijin no Yu," with its abundant water flow and highly beneficial properties. As the guardian of Oku-Dogo Onsen, we warmly welcome you. Relax to your heart's content while surrounded by the breathtaking panoramic views of nature from one of the largest open-air baths in Western Japan.

The property in Shikoku offers the Onsen Okudogo, boasting the largest water volume in Matsuyama, providing sulfur springs with excellent skin-beautifying effects. The tranquil, traditional Japanese-style guest rooms surrounded by bamboo groves offer outstanding relaxation effects with a faint sulfur aroma. Dinner features a seasonal Japanese kaiseki course. Additionally, there are karaoke rooms with a wide selection of songs, a manga corner, and a table tennis area enjoyable for both adults and children.

At this Hotel in Dogo Onsen, one of Ehime Prefecture’s most popular sightseeing areas in Shikoku, you can enjoy panoramic night views and the illuminated Matsuyama Castle from the open-air bath. Savor a wide variety of Japanese-Western buffet dishes and seasonal cuisine throughout the year. Guest rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi, heating and air conditioning, an LCD TV, refrigerator, electric kettle, and tea set. The Facility also offers free amenities including table tennis, an internet corner, a manga corner, karaoke rooms, an outdoor pool (summer only), and a sauna.