Top Things to do in Ehime Prefecture
What to do and see in Ehime Prefecture, Shikoku: The Best Transportation
Discover the best top things to do in Ehime Prefecture, Japan including WAKKA, Kashima Tosen, Tetsudo Hobby Train (Yodo Line JR Shikoku), Shiman Torocco (JR Shikoku Yodo Line), Bocchan Train, Matsuyama Castle Ropeway / Lift, Oomishima Blueline, Iyo Railway - Train, Kokudo Kyushi Ferry, Uwajima Unyu Ferries.
Restaurants in Ehime Prefecture
1. WAKKA
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
We provide comprehensive support for cycling on the Shimanami Kaido. ● Cycle taxi (retirement support etc.) ● Marine taxi (retirement support etc.) ● Baggage / Bicycle same day delivery Rental bicycle return agency ● Business trip repair ● Companion support car We support customers from all over the world in Shimanami Kaido's middle middle island, Mishima Island, a sacred place for cyclists.
2. Kashima Tosen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
3. Tetsudo Hobby Train (Yodo Line JR Shikoku)
4. Shiman Torocco (JR Shikoku Yodo Line)
5. Bocchan Train
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 795 reviews
Reviewed By PeterthePauper - Ulsan, South Korea
Using Matsuyama as a base for a 5-day visit to Shikoku, I set aside my final day for "seeing the sights" of Matsuyama. Armed with a 1-day tram ticket, I worked my from Matsuyama City Station across the city to Dogo Onsen Station, taking in the likes of Ropeway Street and Matsuyama Castle on the way. The original Iyo Railway (Iyotetsu) was established in 1888 as the 1st railway in Shikoku and only the 3rd private railway in the whole of Japan. The original steam trains (immortalised in Natsume Soseki's 1906 novel - 'Botchan'), were decommissioned after the Iyotetsu introduced electric cars in the 1930's. With Soseki's growing status (as the greatest writer in modern Japanese history), the Botchan Train' was reborn in 2001, with diesel replicas of the original steam locomotives, which to any purist railway buff (like me!) this should be a cardinal sin. After a day of frequently catching glimpses of this anomaly clanking its' way through the streets of Matsuyama ..... turning heads, smiles and waves ..... I just had to give it a go! Getting to Dogo Onsen just before the last Botchan train departure in late afternoon, I climbed aboard with no idea where the train was headed. The two 4-wheeled cars are equipped with fairly basic accommodation; hard wooden benches down either side of the car. Although the two cars probably hold a total of about 36 passengers, I was the only passengers on this last train and was somewhat surprised to find its' final destination was actually Komachi Station. Not to worry ..... just hop on a tram to my next destination (Diamond Cross). It may be a "diesel in disguise" ..... but what a delight!
6. Matsuyama Castle Ropeway / Lift
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 798 reviews
Reviewed By LevTeo - Singapore, Singapore
Fees for taking the tram and ropeway up Matsuyama castle are the same. Total duration about 10minutes. The view up the hill was so scenic and refreshing. Much better then squeezing sardines into the tram
7. Oomishima Blueline
8. Iyo Railway - Train
9. Kokudo Kyushi Ferry
10. Uwajima Unyu Ferries
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 28 reviews
There are two routes: Beppu and Usuki in Oita Prefecture, Kyushu, to Yawatahama in Ehime Prefecture, Shikoku. The accommodation on the boat is simple but comfortable for the 3-hour journey. A private room is available for special occasions. The route beside the Sadamisaki Peninsula and across the Bungo Channel is scenic, and you can see many seabirds and occasionally dolphins. A short ferry trip is a good opportunity to relax and perhaps strike up a conversation with your fellow travellers. The boats all have Wi-Fi too, so you won’t be out of touch. Uwajima Unyu Ferries links the islands of Shikoku and Kyushu, with numerous sailings a day across the beautiful Seto Inland Sea. This service is ideal for independent travellers who want to experience parts of Japan that are off the beaten track. Yawatahama is a picturesque port with an illustrious history as the centre of Japan’s industrial revolution. It has attractive streets of old houses, factories and sake breweries. Japan’s first
Reviewed By CrimsonKookaburra - Sydney, Australia
Saw before taking this ferry there was a lack of info or reviews on it in English, apart from the company's own web site - so here's a review and some pictures I took on board. Took a morning ferry on a Saturday from Beppu to Yawatahama and had no issues and a smooth ride. The first deck is for vehicles - when I was there it was nearly all semi trucks and few passenger vehicles. The next two decks are for passengers, and the top deck is an outdoor observation deck. There weren't many people on board, and a second class ticket was more than enough - first class only gets you a private room with a bed. There is food court style seating and large shoes-off areas to lie down or sit on the floor and have a "picnic" on the carpet (first come first serve) Also a small entertainment area with slot machines etc, vending machines here and there ofcourse, and a small cafeteria that sells relatively cheap food - though didn't try it so can't comment on the quality/taste. The ride was also pretty smooth as I normally get motion sickness but was perfectly fine for the entire 2h45 trip. Free wifi on board, though it was a bit slow. Ferry took off and arrived on time. Note the company has a few ferries which might be slightly different, so pictures are of just the one I was on.
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