Takubo Station × 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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Experience the awe-inspiring moments surrounded by ancient hot springs and the grand open-air bath. Indulge in the luxury of 11 different types of baths, featuring water drawn from a source 2,000 meters underground that has traveled over 200 million years. At one of Western Japan's largest open-air baths, immerse yourself in an extraordinary setting surrounded by overflowing waters and natural stones. For dinner, savor exquisite seasonal dishes inspired by the 24 solar terms, and for breakfast, enjoy a buffet featuring freshly harvested vegetables from Tōon City in Ehime Prefecture. Reflect on the grandeur of time and rejuvenate your mind and body to your heart's content.

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.

The female artist group of Tobe-yaki, "Toberite," has produced the Rooms. Relax and soak in the private Onsen bath available in every Room, and enjoy a special moment just for yourself. With a proud history of approximately 240 years, "Tobe-yaki" is a traditional craft of this region. Tobe-yaki, a nationally recognized traditional craft, is characterized by its pure white porcelain made from local ceramic stone and its indigo blue patterns. "Toberite" is a group of artists with diverse careers and generations, each showcasing their unique sensibilities through their works. The nine Rooms produced by the artists of "Toberite" each have their own concept, featuring spacious designs with a soft and feminine touch. Additionally, every Room is equipped with a private Onsen bath, offering the "Bijin no Yu" (Beauty Bath) sourced from an 800-meter-deep natural spring. Enjoy the smooth and moisturizing effects on your skin anytime, without worrying about others.

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.

About a 15-minute drive from the Dogo Onsen area. This is a multi-purpose hot spring Facility offering both day-use bathing and overnight stays. Every guest room features an open-air Onsen bath, where you can enjoy the gentle feel of the water.Please note that this Accommodation differs from a typical Ryokan or a Hotel focused primarily on overnight stays. The Onsen, stone sauna, restaurant, and body care services are also available to day-use guests, so the Facility may feel lively at certain times. Thank you for your understanding.

Each Room's private bath offers the enjoyment of natural hot spring water directly sourced from the spring.

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.

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.

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.