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Museums and galleries in Matsuyama

7 museums and galleries in Matsuyama, from the big collections to small independent spaces.

Ranked with the travel guide's picks and well-known places first.

Museums and galleries in Matsuyama

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    Bansuiso

    萬翠荘

    This French-style building was constructed in 1922 for the former lord of Matsuyama Castle, Hisamatsu Sadakoto (久松定謨). After having lived and studied in France, Hisamatsu became enamored with the romantic architectural style, and hired Kigo Shichirō (木子七郎) to build his villa. This Taishō Era estate was the venue of many parties for the elite in its heyday, and the Emperor made it a point to visit whenever he was in the area. It is boused as an annex of the Museum of Art. The first floor's gallery changes throughout the year and is free, while the collection on the second floor showcases ink paintings by Shiki, Sōseki, and other Ehime residents.

    Tue-Sun 09:40-18:00, closed 29 Dec-5 Jan¥100 adults, ¥50 children

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    Iyo Kasuri Folk Craft Museum

    伊予かすり会館

    Learn about the process of making Iyo's signature cloth and then create some of your own. Reservations necessary.

    Closed · opens 8:10 am¥50 adults, ¥40 children

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    Museum of Art, Ehime

    愛媛県美術館

    Ehimeken Bijutsukan is a surprisingly discreet 10,300-m² facility in Shiroyama Park (at the base of the castle and surrounded by a moat) and houses a permanent collection from Ehime natives such as Takubo Kyōji (mixed media sculptor) and Oki Kangaku (ink painter) as well as temporary exhibits from all over the globe. There is a rental gallery where Ehime residents can display their pieces, along with free workshops, a library, and a café.

    Tue-Sun 09:40-18:00, closed Dec 29-Jan 3¥300 adults, ¥200 students

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    Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum

    坂の上の雲ミュージアム

    The name means "The Cloud Over an Upward Slope", and refers to the title of a book written by Shiba Ryōtarō (司馬 遼太郎) depicting the struggles Japanese people encountered as they rebuilt their country after the Meiji Revolution and the conflict with Russia. This impressive building, designed by well-known architect Ando Tadao (安藤忠雄), tells the stories of the aforementioned Akiyama Brothers and Masaoka Shiki. The ¥400 admission may be a little steep for non-Japanese readers as there is absolutely no English inside, but the Meiji Karakuri Theatre (moving 'stick' figures) is quite entertaining.

    Tue-Sun 09:40-18:00, closed first Tue each month and Dec 29-Jan 3¥400 adults, ¥200 students

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    Shiki Commemorative Museum

    子規記念博物館

    Located in the Dōgo area, the Shiki Kinen Hakubutsukan has a large collection of literature, artwork, and special exhibits about the life of Shiki.

    Tue-Sun 09:00-17:00¥400 adults, ¥320 students

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    Kami no Yu 1F

    神の湯

    The "Bath of the Gods" is a simple public style bath in a pseudo-Mediterranean setting. Towels and soap are not provided but can be cheaply rented at the front. Includes access to the Exhibition Room and Botchan's Rooms.

    Open now · closes 11 pmAdults ¥400, children ¥150

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    Kami no Yu 2F

    神の湯

    Bathers can use the lounge, wear a Dōgo yukata, and have tea with sembei (rice cracker) for 60 minutes. Includes access to the Exhibition Room and Botchan's Rooms.

    Open now · closes 10 pmAdults ¥800, children ¥400

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Matsuyama (CC BY-SA 4.0).