Architecture tour of Matsuyama
Matsuyama has a lot of unique and interesting pieces of architecture, from 19th century French chateaux to traditional Shinto shrines.
- Theme
- Art, Architecture & Fashion
- Location
- Matsuyamma, Ehime
- Duration
- 4 hours 30 minutes
- Designer
- Autoura
Experience
Route
Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum
Museum featuring exhibits related to Ryōtarō Shiba’s novel ‘Saka no ue no kumo.'.
Bansuiso Villa
Built by Earl Sadakoto Hisamatsu, in 1922 as a second home, the Bansuiso Villa was designed to impress, built in a Western style. Today, the villa is home to art exhibitions and concerts.
Ehime Prefectural Office
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Matsuyama Castle
Built in 1603, Matsuyama Castle is one of the twelve ‘original castles’ to survive the post-feudal era of Japan.
Dogo Onsen Honkan
Traditional style onsen offering public baths, tea, and snacks.
Isaniwa Shrine
Enshrined at this beautiful Shinto shrine are Emperor Chūai, Empress Jingū, and Emperor Ōjin. Climb the 135 stone steps to see this impressive architectural wonder.
Shōkōdo School Hall
Built in 1922 as a lecture hall for the Matsuyama High School, the Shōkōdo is a beautiful old style building.
About
This route was designed by Autoura.
