Ehime Courses

The route to Matsuo Pass is now overgrown with forest, but it was once a thoroughfare that connected Minamiuwa and Tosa. Take a break at Nanreku, at the end of the route.

Spots to photograph Matsuo Pass Rest Spot［Information］

Odaishi-sama’s holy water, loved by the poet, Ujo Noguchi.
Let the sunlight of Uwajimawan Bay as you traverse this trail, filled with culture and history, for an outstanding experience.

Spots to photograph Yanagimizu’s Daishi Hall ［Kashiwazaka Rest Spot］

The cosmos bloom here in autumn, and talking a relaxed stroll down the pastoral road will open into the multitude of beautiful island sights of the Uwakai Sea. Enjoy your relaxing trip to its fullest.

Spots to photograph Amulet temple No. 42, Butsumokuji Temple［Temple Gate］

This course will take you across the boarder of Uwajima City and Seiyo City, through the Hanagatouge Pass and the townscape of Unomachi to the JR Kamiuwa Station. Stroll around the Kaimei School and the old town.

Spots to photograph Kaimei School

This 10.3 km route heading north to the Tosakatoge Pass goes through the unique landscape of rice fields in Uwa Basin, which is one of the main grain-producing regions in the Prefecture.

Spots to photograph Torisaka Former Border Checkpoint House

Come and experience a leisurely walk following the murmuring of the Hiji River that flows by Suigo Ozu while enjoying the view of Garyu Sanso, also known as Ozu's Katsura Imperial Villa, and Ozu Castle.

Spots to photograph Hijikawa Resting Area [Information Board]

Let's take a leisurely walk while experiencing the history of Yokaichi Townscape, which is rich in history and still shows traces of Uchiko's glory with Japanese wax.

Spots to photograph Yokaichi/Gokoku Townscape [The Japanese Wax Museum]

This route starts from Miyanari, crosses Hiwada Pass, offers a distant view of Kumakogen Town, and passes through the serene and secluded landscape of Taihoji, the 44th temple on the pilgrimage route.

Spots to photograph Taihoji Temple (No. 44)

This is a unique pilgrimage route called "Uchimodori" that heads to the Iwayaji Temple (temple No. 45) and is one of the Shikoku Routes that represents Ehime Prefecture.

Spots to photograph Furuiwaya [Explanation Board]

This is a short route that is very popular among foreigners as it is a very rewarding walk and it has retained its past charm.

Spots to photograph Takano Rest Area

Misaka Pass was once considered the most challenging road from Matsuyama to Kochi. It still bears the traces of those days, reminding us of the hardships faced by people.

Spots to photograph Amikakeishidaishi [Explanation]

This route starts from the 51st temple, Ishiteji, crosses Setokaze Pass, passes through Idai, and ends at Sugezawa (Gomyo Elementary School).

Spots to photograph Setokaze Pass [Observation Deck]

This 9.4 km route heads to Mt. Narabara (1,041 m above sea level) which has been venerated since ancient times and is one of the 100 Famous Mountains in Shikoku.

Spots to photograph Narabara Shrine [Signpost]

Starting from the Nibukawa Valley with its beautiful autumn leaves, pass through the Nibukawa hot spring village distinguished for its beauty, and head for Senyuji Temple with a wonderful view.

Spots to photograph Nibukawa Hot Spring Resting Area

This route will walk you through the scenic rural landscape from Senyuji, the 58th temple in the Shikoku Pilgrimage located at an altitude of about 300 m, all the way to Karakohama through the 59th temple in the pilgrimage, Kokubunji.

Spots to photograph Information board in Kokubunji

This Shikoku nature trail in Ehime Prefecture is a rare route that follows the coastline, giving you a chance to walk through one of the most charming stretches of sandy beach dotted with green pine trees.

Spots to photograph Odamiyama rest area “Kinuboshiiwa”

At 750 meters above sea level, Yokomineji Temple is a chokepoint known as Henro Korogashi (or pilgrim walking). Hearsay is, rhododendrons (red flowers) will welcome you upon reaching the temple safely.

Spots to photograph Yokomineji Temple (Sanmon)

The gracefully panoramic road descending along the ridge from Yokomineji Temple situated at 750 meters above sea level has diverse facets. The route will take you to the 61st Kouonji Temple, which is famous for its prayers for safe childbirth.

Spots to photograph Rest Station in Kouonji Temple (arbor)

Allowing you to feel a sense of history, this old trail runs along the mountain, from old Komatsucho to Kamogawa.

Spots to photograph Old estate of Kondo Tokuzan

This course stretches from the Kamo River through the mountain base and the countryside of Hachidoyama. In autumn, the smell of osmanthus at Oshimori Temple will soothe your tired body.

Spots to photograph Isono (Melody) Bridge

This route was once called Sanuki Kaido (Sanuki Highway), and used to be crowded with numerous pedestrian travelers. It’s just like a walk down the memory lane.

Spots to photograph Enmeiji Temple Rest Station

This route runs along the foothills of the Uma Plain, passes the Shin-Hasedera Temple which is considered to be one of Shikoku's eight scenic spots, and heads towards the 65th temple, Sankakuji.

Spots to photograph Shin-Hasedera Rest Area

This route starts from the 65th temple, Sankakuji, passes through Tsubakido, one of the 20 sacred sites of Shikoku, and leads to the intersection with National Route 192.

Spots to photograph Sankakuji Temple (No. 65) [Stone Steps]

The mountain trail lined with thick and luxuriously growing cedars and cypresses makes you forget about time.This makes the feeling of having finally arrived at the Umpen temple on the summit all the more wonderful.

Spots to photograph Prefectural border [Information board]

This 15.6 km route starts from the Kawai Rest Area, passes through the Kamikuroiwa Archeological Site Rest Area and Mimido-dake Rock, and continues toward the base of Sozu Mountain.

Spots to photograph Kamikuroiwa Archaeological Site Rest Area [Gazebo]

This 9.5 km route starts at the base of Sozu Mountain and passes through Komyoji Temple and Matsubara Shrine before reaching the former Mikawa Ski Resort Rest Area.

Spots to photograph In Front of the Komyoji Temple [Guidepost]

You can enjoy and immerse yourself in the region's lush nature and beech forests on this route. However, keep in mind that there are no shops or vending machines along the route to get food.

Spots to photograph Odamiyama rest area

Green of the grasslands and white of the limestones.Genjigadaba with a beautiful contrast unique to a karst terrain.Enjoy the highland atmosphere to your heart's content.

Spots to photograph Jiyoshi Pass [Signpost]

Prefectural border course that alternates between Ehime and Kochi Prefectures.Jiyoshi Pass is the prefectural border between Ehime and Kochi with a height of 1,084 m above sea level.The view from this pass is spectacular.

Spots to photograph Mezurudaira Rest Area [Information board]