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- English
Discover Uchiko’s deep artisanal culture.
Experience the world’s only "Gilded Washi"—adding modern brilliance
to ancient paper—and visit a prestigious 300-year-old brewery.
This private taxi tour is the perfect cultural transfer between Matsuyama and Dogo Onsen. Enjoy rare Japanese mastery while traveling in comfort.
◆Authentic Two Washi Arts
At Ikazaki Shachu, hand-make traditional washi paper and decorate
a washi card with rare gilding art found only here.
◆Award-Winning Sake Tasting
Enjoy Chiyonokame Brewery for premium sake, recognized nationally for excellence and its 300-year heritage.
◆Flexible luggage-friendly Transfer
Pick-up at Matsuyama with drop-off at Dogo Onsen or return to starting point.
◆Included Services
English brochures and basic driver assistance provided.
◆Upgrades
Professional English Guide: For deep cultural storytelling.
Special Lunch: Local delicacies grilled over a traditional open hearth (Irori).
※Can see options' detail when check availability.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1Matsuyama Station
our private taxi picks you up directly from station or hotel—no need to navigate public transport. Pick-up is available from Matsuyama Station, Matsuyama-shi Station, Dogo Onsen Station, and surrounding hotels. Please specify your convenient spot when booking.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Special Local Lunch (Optional add-on): This is an exclusive, off-menu experience not available to regular walk-in guests! Gather around a traditional hearth (irori ) at the hidden eatery, Uchiko Inariya × Strike Ken, and grill local ingredients over charcoal yourself. Enjoy river fish, tofu dengaku, shiitake mushrooms, and the 100-year-old specialty “Jumbo Inari.” Experience the authentic warmth of Japan’s countryside tradition.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3
Visit this renowned studio preserving 1,000 years of Ikazaki washi tradition—the world's only producer of gilded washi paper. ① Create your own handmade washi (40cm × 55cm) with a factory tour. ② Next, in the gilded washi postcard workshop, you can choose gold leaf to apply to pre-glued Ehime handmade washi postcards, creating beautiful and decorative gilded washi postcards.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4
Tour this 300-year-old brewery (founded 1716) recognized at Japan's National New Sake Competition. Discover traditional brewing methods and taste two premium sake varieties. Your private taxi ensures worry-free tasting.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5
End at historic Dogo Onsen to continue your day, or return to your Matsuyama station,Matsuyama-shi station, or surrounding hotels. This tour doubles as convenient transport between Matsuyama and Dogo Onsen.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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