[Town walk] Stroll around Matsuyama Castle and enjoy local shopping
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About the Activity
A 'must see' for first time visitors to Matsuyama! As one of Japan's 12 original castles dating back to before the Edo period, Matsuyama Castle is the symbol of Matsuyama City. Take a rest at Jozanso, a café on the top of the hill. You can choose a refreshment between the two specialties, Iyokan orange soft-serve ice cream and homemade Amazake (sweet fermented rice drink). Stroll along Ropeway and Okaido shopping arcade to discover some local delights. ※Reservations are accepted from 2 people. ※The tour will go on, rain or shine. (Bring rain gear as needed.) The chairlift stops running on rainy days. In case of a thundery day, both of the chairlift and ropeway will be out of service. The tour will be cancelled if the management determines it difficult to ensure the safety of participants due to heavy weather such as typhoon or conditions unsuitable for walking. Please be careful not to get heat stroke during the tour in the extremely hot season from June to September.2 hours 30 minutes
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Travel Date
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee・Admission fee to the buildings of Matsuyama Castle・Some refreshments at Jozanso café
Matsuyama Castle Ropeway / Lift Round-Trip Fares
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Travel Itinerary
- Maximum 8 travellers in this tour.
Locations in the itinerary
Sancho ropeway station(Chojaganaru), Marunouchi, Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture
Take the ropeway and walk to the summit of Katsuyama for about 20 minutesView Location
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Matsuyama Castle
1 Marunouchi, , Matsuyama, JapanMatsuyama Castle (entrance to the castle tower)
Matsuyama Castle is a vast Hirayama castle with a main enclosure at the summit of Shiroyama (Katsuyama) at an altitude of 132 m in the center of Matsuyama City, and Ninomaru (Ninomaru Historical Garden) and Sannomaru (Horinouchi) at the foot. is.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Matsuyama
Matsuyama, JapanJozanso (rest with Iyokan soft or handmade amazake)
Take a rest at a café “Jozanso” and enjoy soft-serve ice cream with Iyokan orange flavor or homemade Amazake, sweet fermented rice drink.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Matsuyama Ropeway Shopping Street
3 Okaido, Matsuyama, Japan, 790-0004Get on the ropeway or the chairlift to go down.
Take a stroll along the famous Ropeway street and Okaido shopping arcade, where you can check out the local souvenirs. 45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Meet in front of the ticket counter on the 1st floor of the station building of Matsuyama Castle Ropeway.View Location
End point
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Okaido Station
Tour ends at the entrance of the Okaido shopping street.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- There are some steep stairs and slopes included in the itinerary. All guests must be age 7 or older and physically fit enough to walk the entire course. Infants are not allowed to join the tour.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketPlease come to the meeting place at least 10 minutes before the departure time on the day. At the meeting place, a guide in red uniform is waiting for you. Show your ticket to the guide.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Tokyo time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by 松山はいくCreated on 10 Mar 2021Created on 10 Apr 2025
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