Have you ever wonder what it may look like to swim among Japanese Koi fish? Well guess what, we just have the video you need! Indeed the City of Ozu, in Ehime, had the clever idea to have a few Koi fish swim freely in specifically designed waterways located […]
Located not far from Ryutakuji Temple, Katsura-Gawa and Mitaki Falls are Seiyo’s most famous natural attractions. Accessible to all and open 24/7 Katsura-Gawa and Mitaki Falls are worth checking if you are interested in nature and learn more about Seiyo’s natural wonders.
Built by the seventh feudal lord of the Uwajima domain, Date Munetada, also known as “Shunzan”, Tensha Park is a small garden located in the center of Uwajima city. Date Munetada used it for his own personal pleasure as a place for him to rest during his retirement. [...]
What could be described as the hidden pearl of Ozu, Garyu Sanso is a subtle yet superb villa located by Ozu’s river and the city’s old town. Built in 1907, and despite its small size, Garyu Sanso is a true masterpiece of both Japanese traditional architecture and design. [...]
Nagahama has grown to be a pivotal port town which has connected sea and river freight transport since the Edo feudal period. Nagahama Ohashi was constructed as a part of a public works project to connect the Prefectural Road from Nagahama to the Kawanoishi Line and Nagahama to the Gunchu […]
An hour and half away by plane from Tokyo, Uchiko City, located in Ehime prefecture is a hidden gem that can only be found in Japan. While we have a lot coming up for you about Uchiko in the coming few weeks, we wanted to start this video tour of this wonderful city with […]
Uwajima Castle, located in Uwajima city Ehime, is one of only twelve original castles that survive intact from the Edo Period (1603-1867). Built around 1596 by the daimyo Todo Takatora and later refurbished in 1615 by the Date clan, Uwajima Castle was the pinnacle of the Date family [...]
Ozu Castle, also known as Jizogatake Castle, was originally constructed in 1331 by Utsunomiya Toyofusa. However, the structure as represented now was built sometime between 1585 ~ 1617. During this period, the castle was controlled by a number of lords. In 1888 the keep was destroyed by a fire, […]
Often ignored by foreign and japanese tourists because of lack of promotion, Seiyo offers some of Ehime prefecture best landscape and beaches. Featuring many small parks and Orangery Farms, Seiyo’s countryside could easily be mistaken for some mediterranean countryside landscape. […]