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Hot springs in Matsuyama

1Springs
55°CAvg temp
1Public baths
0Free entry
1Near train
34 hotels nearby151 dining options nearby37 convenience stores nearby31 attractions nearby
Dogo Onsen, Matsuyama

Dogo Onsen

Matsuyama · Shikoku

55°CPublic Bath

One of Japan's oldest hot springs, with a recorded history going back over 1,300 years and oral traditions reaching much further. The iconic Dogo Onsen Honkan, a three-storey wooden bathhouse completed in 1894, is said to have inspired the bathhouse in Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away. The gentle alkaline waters are known for their skin-softening properties.

Dogo Onsen Eki mae · 0.2 km

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Most hot springs in Matsuyama charge an entrance fee. Check individual listings for the most current pricing information.

Hot springs in Matsuyama average around 55°C. Individual springs range from relaxing warm baths to intensely hot therapeutic pools — always check the temperature rating before entering.

From Osaka, take the Shikoku Ferry + Iyotetsu to Matsuyama (about 180 min). Iyotetsu tram to Dogo Onsen (~20 min). Total journey time is approximately 210 minutes.

Yes. Matsuyama has 1 public bath well-suited to first-time onsen visitors. Rinse thoroughly before entering, no swimming, and keep noise to a minimum.

Year-round. Spring for cherry blossoms at Matsuyama Castle. is considered the ideal time to visit Matsuyama. Hot springs are a year-round attraction — winter visits are especially popular as the contrast between cold air and hot water creates a uniquely atmospheric soak.

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About hot springs in Matsuyama

Historic cultural city and the largest onsen destination in Shikoku. Home to Dogo Onsen Honkan, said to have inspired the bathhouse in Spirited Away.