Ehime Prefecture occupies the northwestern corner of Shikoku island, facing the Seto Inland Sea. Known for Matsuyama Castle, the oldest operating hot-spring bathhouse at Dogo Onsen, the pilgrimage temples of the Shikoku 88-temple circuit, and the nation's finest mandarin oranges, Ehime blends samurai history with coastal scenery and one of Japan's most genuine onsen cultures.
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Shikoku Pilgrimage Temple Stay (Shukubo)
Several Ehime pilgrimage temples offer shukubo (temple lodging) including morning Buddhist services, vegetarian shōjin ryōri cuisine, and meditation instruction. Pricing typically ¥8,000–15,000/night (~$53–$100 USD) including vegetarian meals.
Yoga and Mindfulness in Ozu
Ozu Wellness Studio offers weekly yoga classes in a renovated machiya (townhouse) adjacent to Ozu Castle. Drop-in classes ¥2,000 (~$13 USD). Contact: ozuwellness@gmail.com
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Dogo Onsen waters are sodium-bicarbonate type (jūsōsen) — excellent for fatigue, skin conditions, and cardiovascular health
Arrive at Dogo Honkan or Tsubaki-no-yu before 8:00 AM to bathe in a nearly empty bathhouse
Most Dogo ryokan include unlimited bathhouse access with overnight stays — this is the best value way to experience multiple sessions
After an onsen soak, rest in a cool room for 20–30 minutes before re-exposure to outdoor temperatures — 'sagatame' (post-bath cooling) is traditional and prevents fainting
Pilgrimage temple walking (O-Henro) in Ehime combines spiritual practice with low-impact aerobic exercise through mountain passes