🏨 Dogo Onsen FUNAYA道後温泉 ふなや

Founded in the Edo period around 1627, the long-established ryokan "Dogo Onsen FUNAYA" has hosted many renowned figures, including the writer Natsume Sōseki and the haiku poet Masaoka Shiki, who have deep connections with Matsuyama. The ryokan features a total of 58 guest rooms, including special rooms designed in the traditional sukiya style, as well as Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, and mixed rooms, providing guests with a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The expansive 1,500-tsubo garden is home to approximately 200 types of plants, creating a beautiful landscape. From spring to autumn, guests can enjoy meals by the gently flowing river within the garden. In early summer, the dazzling sight of fireflies can also be seen dancing in the air. This breathtaking scenery has historically healed the hearts of visiting guests. There are two large baths: "Hinoki-yu," which emanates the refreshing aroma of cypress wood, and "Mikage-yu," featuring the beautiful Hanagaki rock bath from Iyo Ōshima, where guests can enjoy the source of Dogo Onsen, one of Japan's oldest hot springs, with gender-segregated usage. The cuisine is also highly praised, offering kaiseki, French dishes, or Japanese-Western fusion meals, allowing guests to savor the mountain delicacies and seafood of Setouchi, as well as the local ingredients from Matsuyama, known as a "treasure trove of ingredients."

Established in 1627, the long-standing ryokan has hosted numerous celebrities and dignitaries. It features a spacious 1,500 tsubo garden where visitors can enjoy the seasonal landscapes of Japan. From spring to autumn, guests can dine by the gently flowing river within the garden. There are two large onsen baths available for mixed-gender use. The meals are highly praised, featuring seasonal ingredients from Matsuyama, known as a "treasure trove of ingredients."