Dogo Onsen Honkan Historic Bathhouse, Matsuyama, Ehime

About this place

Live Camera | Dogo Onsen Honkan Historic Onsen, Matsuyama, Ehime, Japan. Boasting over 3,000 years of documented history as one of Japan's three oldest hot spring resorts, Dogo Onsen Honkan is a designated National Important Cultural Property and the visual muse behind the bathhouse in Studio Ghibli's "Spirited Away". This magnificent multi-tiered wooden landmark in Matsuyama exudes timeless Meiji-era craftsmanship. After a mineral bath, stroll the lantern-lit arcade to sample tri-color Bocchan Dango skewers, sweet Ehime Iyokan mandarin citrus gelato, and freshly grilled sea bream rice bowls.

✦ Must-Visit Highlights:

▸ 3,000-Year Historic Wooden Bathhouse: Marvel at the intricate gables, Yugama stone fonts, and Shinroaku crowning tower.

▸ Literary Heritage of Natsume Soseki's "Botchan": Walk the cobblestone lanes immortalized in classic Meiji literature.

▸ Iconic Bocchan Dango & Mikan Citrus Gelato: Savor three-flavor sweet rice dumplings paired with refreshing Ehime citrus treats.