Best Stunning Views In Ehime

A Scenic Unmanned Station Near The Seto Inland SeaShimonada Station

Shimonada Station is well known as a scenic station which is the closest to the sea. It has appeared in movies and TV dramas. And many tourists come to see this beautiful scenery at the time of train arrivals. I want to see it much longer!◎You can only have a look without using trains. You should check the timetable if you want to see the train arrivals because there're a little trains.

The Super Scenic Observatory Designed By A World-famous Architect, Kengo KumaKirozan Observatory

I can't turn my eyes away from the scenery of Shimanami-kaido that suddenly appears in front of me! And also I recognized the design of this observatory was very refined. To my surprised, an architect known in the world, Kengo Kuma designed here. There's nothing that obstructs the view, but only handrails.◎Access: by bike or car to Oshima Island. Parking: available and free. Admission fee: free

Very Close To The Sky & Clouds! The Great Nature In Shiokoku RegionShikoku Karst Mezuru-daira

Shikoku Karst is the most highest among the three famous karsts in Japan. Many cattle walk around and wind power generation goes around at this area called Mezuru-daira. For its campsite, here's one of the popular spots.◎Mazuru-daira, belongs Ehime and western part of Shikoku Karst, has accommodations and campsite. It's also nice place to take pictures.

Hijikawa Arashi, A Sea Of Clouds Flowing Down The Mountain To The Sea!Hijikawa Arashi Observation Park

From October to March, on sunny days with some conditions, you can see Hijikawa Arashi (means Storm) that is a phenomenon of fog moving from the mountain to the sea along Hijikawa River. When it happens on a big scale, the fog could cover the whole river even its entry.◎You need car to go to Hijikawa Arashi Observation Park on the top of the hill.

Daffodil Field Known Only to Those in the Know for its Beautiful Contrast Between The Daffodils and The Seto Inland SeaNihonsuisenhanakaido

Is it in a place like this? A daffodil field in such a place. Located in Ehime Prefecture, close to Shimonada Station! Climb a narrow and steep slope from the parking lot! Crossing the railroad tracks on the way, the unexplored feeling is amazing! Excitement awaits at the top!

Stunning Views Making You Forget The Fatigue Of CyclingSunrise Itoyama

It's a cycling terminal but also a inn and a restaurant. Why don't you feel relaxed in front of this view?

An Emerald RiverMine Topia Besshi

From the Sarutobi Bridge near the sightseeing gate of mining gallery. A clear stream of shining emerald can be seen very beautifully.

The Perfect Location for Seeing Tatara Ohashi which is One of the Longest Oblique BridgesTatara Shimanami Park

This longest-lank oblique bridge shows high construction techniques in Japan. The spot is the perfect location for seeing it and it seems swan spreading own wings.

Three Suspension Bridges Chain Connecting Islands In Seto Inland SeaItoyama Park Observation Platform

At Kurushima Strait observatory, you can view around farther from higher place. You have to go up the stairs as many as 100 steps to the observatory.

The Close View Of Kurushima Strait BridgeKurushima Channel View Building

You can see the powerful view of the bridge from its feet.

Emerald River! Omogo Gorge In Fresh Green Must Has Your Favorite Color Omogo Gorge

An emerald river located at inner mountain in Shikoku Region, is named Omogo River. You can enjoy beautiful green river and shinning white rocky scene from the easy-walking path! By the way, it's the headwaters of Niyodo River that has become more famous for its beautiful water called 'Niyodo Blue'.◎Car parking area is available. Also, you can access by bus from JR Matsuyama after transfer once (but it takes 4 hours). In addition, it's the entrance of Mt. Ishizuchi, I think it's good to tour Omogo Gorge and Mt. Ichizuchi climbing together.

100 Best Castles In Japan. A Magnificent View Of A Castle With The SeaMatsuyama Castle

It's located in the central of Matsuyama with the easy access, and going up on the lift would be one of the attractions. I was very surprised at the beauty of the keep, that only twelve keeps remained in Japan. It's one of the best 100 castles in Japan, but the very best one among them.

Tengu-dake Mountain Dressed In Various Lively Autumn ColorsMt. Ishizuchi

You can enjoy various mountain scenery that changes every slot such as evening, starry night and morning. See from the top of Mt. Ishizuchi, Tengu Mountain turns into lively colors in autumn.

Setouchi Scenery From A Reproduced Lookout Place Of The Strongest Japanese PiratesKarei Mountain Observatory Park

Around No-shima Island, a small one at the center of pics, strange tides swirl and it used to be a base of the strongest pirates, Murakami Suigun. Karei Observatory is build as an imitation of the pirate's lookout place. You can enjoy the superb view of Setouchi and cherry blossoms in spring.◎Parking: available. Cherry blossoms are also beautiful around the observatory.

Ghibli World? Forest Bathing Making Me HealingNametoko Valley

I remembered 'Princess Mononoke'. A forest minus ions heal my minds and body. But to go there, a little physical strength is needed.

20 Thousand Hydrangeas Wreathing Misty MountainsHydrangea Village (Ajisai-no Sato)

Located at Shingu-cho, Ehime Prefecture, Hydrangea Village (Ajisai-no Sato) is the most famous hydrangea spot among those in Shikoku region. You can see the great view of as many as 20 thousand trees of hydrangea on the mountain slope. What's more, Shingu is known as a misty town, you may be able to see a fantastic scenery of hydrangeas and mist.◎You can climb the hydrangea slope by monorail. Shingu Hydrangea Festival in 2018 is on June 24th. If you come by car from Shingu IC, there're some narrow road. No admission fee.