Small-Group Walking Tour of Matsuyama and Minakuchi Brewery

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Start walking from Dogo Onsen Station and visit some famous spots for good fortune.

While leisurely walking, think of a memorable word you like that will be made into an original Sake label later.

How about a word related to Matsuyama such as Dogo, Shikoku, or Henro (pilgrimage) ? Or, it might be interesting to write your name in Chinese characters with the assistance of an English-speaking local guide.

The word will be used to make an original Sake label at the Minakuchi Shuzo brewery, the only Sake brewery in Dogo. You can also enjoy tasting various Sake samples available for purchase in the store.

Additional Info

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

Reservations are accepted from 2 people.

There are some steep stairs and slopes included in the itinerary. Please make sure to inform us in advance if you may need special care during the tour. The guide cannot provide assistance for participants in a wheelchair or baby stroller. (because of not being the qualified caregiver)

The tour will go on, rain or shine. (Bring rain gear as needed.)

If management determines it difficult to ensure the safety of participants due to weather conditions unsuitable for walking, they will cancel the tour.

Please be careful not to get heat stroke during the tour in the extremely hot season from June to September.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Make an original label for a bottle of Sake at a brewery

English-speaking guide

What To Expect

Isaniwa Shrine

It is a shrine that represents Matsuyama, which has been worshiped for over 1000 years. It is said to be one of Japan's three major Hachiman-zukuri, and is a nationally designated important cultural property.

25 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Enmanji Temple 4-49 Dogoyuzukicho, Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture Amida Nyorai, which is said to have been built in 812, is the main temple.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Small-Group Walking Tour of Matsuyama and Minakuchi Brewery

Reviews

5.00

3 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fun time walking tour of Matsuyama
David T,
Jul 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Miwa was a fun tour guide. Her explanations were interesting and her pictures added to the tour. She was very cognizant of my wife and the heat of the day. She would ask which routes we would like to walk around the city, and recommended which based on how strenuous it could be. Loved the sake tour with labeling, she helped translate the staff’s explanation on different sake tastes. We went over the tour end time but well worth it!
Amazingly Sweet Guide and Delicious Sake!
Ayana L,
Jun 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
My guide was very sweet and we had great conversation! She took me to all the important sights around the Dogo Onsen and provided a lot of important history that explains the significance of the Onsen! The sake tasting at the end was an amazing way to end the tour! Some of the best sake I’ve had and I learned a lot from this brewery. The brewery provided great service and I left with the cutest bottle of sake along with two other bottles as a great reminder of my time here! Highly recommend this if you’ll be spending any time in Matsuyama. Also If you’re planning on visiting the Onsen! Do this tour first!!! The guide will help you understand how the onsen works and can give you tips to make the most of your visit.
Interesting and pleasant tour with fun sake tasting
Ellie GG01,
May 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was really enjoyable, informative and interesting tour with our guide Miwa. We've seen some of the best places in Matsuyama and the sake brewery experience was very fun & pleasant too! I recommend it to anyone visiting Matsuyama 😀 Ellie