Around Ehime Prefectural Culture Hall × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan for family trips

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.

Located a 10-minute walk from Dogo Onsen Honkan, this Property boasts non-smoking rooms and an Onsen renowned for its skin-beautifying effects. The spacious bathing area features five types of baths, alternating between men and women in the morning and evening. In a tranquil environment, you can experience true relaxation in Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, and special Western-style rooms. Additionally, you can enjoy dishes prepared with fresh seafood from the Seto Inland Sea and Uwa Sea, as well as vegetables from Shikoku.

"A breath of Old England in a traditional Onsen town..." Known as Japan's oldest Onsen town, "Dogo Onsen." The Old England Dogo Yamanote Hotel opened in January 2004 as the only European-style Resort Hotel in this historic Onsen area. "An elegant British-style holiday" At the entrance, a doorman dressed in traditional British attire welcomes you. The lobby is adorned with antique furniture, a fireplace, and decor reminiscent of old England. The 70 guest rooms feature warm wooden flooring and are furnished entirely in British style. Each room has unique interiors, including wallpaper, bedspreads, chairs, and curtains, offering a fresh experience every time you visit. Check-in is at 1:00 PM, and check-out is a leisurely 12:00 PM, allowing you to enjoy a relaxing 23-hour Hotel stay. After refreshing yourself in the Onsen, why not treat yourself to an aromatherapy massage in your room as a reward for your hard work? For dinner, indulge in French cuisine made with seafood from the Seto Inland Sea and local ingredients. With a rich selection of wines, conversations with the sommelier are sure to be delightful.

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.

A prime location just a 5-minute walk from Dogo Onsen Station and the Dogo Onsen Main Building. Enjoy the renowned "Dogo Onsen sourced water" in both the men's and women's baths within our facility. Indulge in a rejuvenating onsen getaway with seasonal gourmet delights such as sea bream, premium Japanese black beef, spiny lobster, and abalone to satisfy both your heart and body.

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.

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.

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.

We offer Hinoki wooden baths in all rooms, using water drawn from the Dogo Onsen. Each villa is named after a type of hardwood traditionally used in Japan, such as Yamaboshi, Hanamizuki, and Kunugi. The guest rooms, crafted from natural materials and imbued with the scent of wood, provide a warm and soothing atmosphere. Enjoy a luxurious and extraordinary time on the spacious wooden deck terrace while experiencing the changing seasons.

- 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!

Matsuyama City, the capital of Ehime Prefecture, has developed around Matsuyama Castle and features tourist attractions such as Dogo Onsen, with streetcars running through the city center. It is a 10-minute drive from JR Matsuyama Station and a 4-minute walk from the Iyo Railway city tram stop "Katsuyamacho." Dogo Onsen is also approximately an 8-minute drive away, offering excellent accessibility. Enjoy a daily changing, health-conscious, well-balanced breakfast. Please savor it at the complimentary buffet.

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.

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.