{"id":8755,"date":"2026-06-01T09:14:54","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T00:14:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/japanbusonline.com\/bus-repo\/?p=8755"},"modified":"2026-06-01T09:14:54","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T00:14:54","slug":"%e3%80%90no-more-confusion%e3%80%91the-4-main-bus-terminals-in-matsuyama-explained-jr-matsuyama-station-matsuyama-city-station-okaido-dogo-onsen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/japanbusonline.com\/bus-repo\/posts\/8755\/","title":{"rendered":"\u3010No More Confusion\u3011The 4 Main Bus Terminals in Matsuyama Explained: JR Matsuyama Station, Matsuyama City Station, Okaido &#038; Dogo Onsen"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cShould I get off at JR Matsuyama Station or Matsuyama City Station?\u201d<br>\u201cHow do I get to Dogo Onsen?\u201d<\/p>\r\n<p>Feeling confused about getting around Matsuyama by bus? You\u2019re not alone. Matsuyama has four major bus terminals, and first-time visitors often mix them up.<\/p>\r\n<p>In this guide, we\u2019ll explain which terminal is best depending on your destination, how to access each bus stop, and what facilities are available. Read this once, and navigating Matsuyama will become much easier!<\/p>\r\n<p>First, let\u2019s take a quick look at Matsuyama\u2019s four main bus terminals and which one is best for your trip.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:post-content -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. JR Matsuyama Station Bus Terminal<\/h2>\r\n<p>Gateway for JR Limited Express Trains &amp; Shikoku Highway Buses<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":41978,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-41978\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_124820-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u677e\u5c71\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<p>Located directly in front of JR Matsuyama Station, this terminal is convenient for travelers arriving by JR train.<\/p>\r\n<p>Highway buses to cities around Shikoku and Okayama depart from here, as well as the limousine bus to Matsuyama Airport.<\/p>\r\n<div style=\"border: 5px double #0000ff; padding: 10px; border-radius: 10px;\"><strong>\u26a0\ufe0f Important:<br><\/strong>JR Matsuyama Station and Matsuyama City Station are completely different locations. They are about 15 minutes apart by tram.<\/div>\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:table {\"hasFixedLayout\":false} \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u3010Photo Guide\u3011How to Get from the Ticket Gate to the Bus Boarding Area<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42027,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42027\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_115838-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"JR\u677e\u5c71\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Exit the JR Matsuyama Station ticket gates and head to the right.<\/p>\r\n<p>As of March 2026, JR Matsuyama Station is still undergoing redevelopment work, so temporary pathways may change. Please follow station signs carefully.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42014,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42014\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/40-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"JR\u677e\u5c71\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Do not enter the \u201cDandan Street\u201d souvenir area and continue further right.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42021,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42021\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/33-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Walk underneath the elevated railway tracks.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42022,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42022\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/34-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>You\u2019ll soon see the bus rotary directly ahead.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42018,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42018\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/35-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"JR\u677e\u5c71\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>The highway bus stop is located at the far end of the rotary.<br>Be careful not to mistake the airport limousine bus stop for the highway bus area.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42015,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42015\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/37-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"JR\u677e\u5c71\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>The JR Matsuyama Station Bus Terminal is a single-story building on the first floor.<\/p>\r\n<p>Complete Guide to Facilities<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42016,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42016\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/38-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"JR\u677e\u5c71\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Here are the facilities available at the JR Matsuyama Station highway bus terminal.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ticket Counter &amp; Ticket Machines<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42024,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42024\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260324_132916-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"JR\u677e\u5c71\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>There is a JR Shikoku Bus ticket counter inside the building next to the bus stop.<\/p>\r\n<p>Please note that tickets for some jointly operated routes cannot be purchased here.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42026,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42025,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42025\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_115625-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"JR\u677e\u5c71\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Automatic ticket machines are available even outside counter hours.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Waiting Area<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42027,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42027\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_115838-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"JR\u677e\u5c71\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>There are a few seats inside the terminal building, but the waiting area is relatively small. Depending on the time of day, waiting at the bus stop itself may actually feel more comfortable.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coin Lockers &amp; Restrooms<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42028,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42028\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_124138-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"JR\u677e\u5c71\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Coin lockers and restrooms are located deeper inside the \u201cDandan Street\u201d shopping area.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>\u25ce JR Matsuyama Station Bus Terminal Information<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:table {\"hasFixedLayout\":false} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 100.559%;\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.4286%;\" data-align=\"center\">Business Hours<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 158.613%;\" data-align=\"center\">Ticket counter: 9:20\u201311:00 \/ 12:00\u201317:45<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.4286%;\" data-align=\"center\">Closed Days<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 158.613%;\" data-align=\"center\">Open year-round<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.4286%;\" data-align=\"center\">GoogleMaps<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 158.613%;\" data-align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/feRE7wYDxuwWRMtY6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/feRE7wYDxuwWRMtY6<\/a><\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.4286%;\" data-align=\"center\">Phone<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 158.613%;\" data-align=\"center\">JR Shikoku Bus Reservation Center: 0570-055-459<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.4286%;\" data-align=\"center\">Official website<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 158.613%;\" data-align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jr-shikokubus.co.jp\/bsmap\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.jr-shikokubus.co.jp\/bsmap\/<\/a><\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:table -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Matsuyama\u2019s Main Transportation Hub<\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":41982,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-41982\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260311_075846-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u677e\u5c71\u5e02\u99c5\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Known locally as \u201cShieki,\u201d Matsuyama City Station is the largest transportation hub in the city, operated by Iyo Railway.<\/p>\r\n<p>Trams, suburban trains, local buses, and the largest number of highway buses all connect here.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:table {\"hasFixedLayout\":false} \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u3010Photo Guide\u3011How to Get from the Ticket Gate to the Bus Boarding Area<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":41803,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-41803\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/3-1-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u677e\u5c71\u5e02\u99c5\u9ad8\u5cf6\u5c4b\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Exit the Iyo Railway ticket gates and head outside the station building.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42066,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42066\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/3-3-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u677e\u5c71\u5e02\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>The tram platforms are directly ahead. Turn right toward the bus rotary.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":41802,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":41796,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42059,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42059\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/10-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u677e\u5c71\u5e02\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Continue straight and you\u2019ll see the bus rotary.<\/p>\r\n<p>Matsuyama City Station is currently undergoing redevelopment work, so some pathways may be narrower than before.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42062,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42062\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2-4-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u677e\u5c71\u5e02\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>If you\u2019ve visited before, the layout may feel different now.<\/p>\r\n<p>The tram stops and highway bus stops are now separated, so be careful not to go the wrong way.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":41804,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-41804\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1-3-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u30db\u30a8\u30fc\u30eb\u30a8\u30af\u30b9\u30d7\u30ec\u30b9\u4e57\u308a\u5834\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Continue straight and you\u2019ll reach the bus rotary.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":41799,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-41799\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/5-3-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u30db\u30a8\u30fc\u30eb\u30a8\u30af\u30b9\u30d7\u30ec\u30b9\u4e57\u308a\u5834\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"className\":\"\"} -->\r\n<p>Highway buses depart from platforms B3 and B4 near the station building. It\u2019s only a few minutes from the ticket gates and easy to find.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Complete Guide to Facilities<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42034,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42034\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260324_140114-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u677e\u5c71\u5e02\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Here are the facilities available at Matsuyama City Station Bus Terminal.<\/p>\r\n<h3>Ticket Counter<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42033,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42033\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260324_135839-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u677e\u5c71\u5e02\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>The highway bus ticket counter is located inside the underground shopping mall \u201cMatsuchika Town.\u201d<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Waiting Area<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42037,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42037\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260324_135418-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u677e\u5c71\u5e02\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Covered waiting spaces are available near the bus stops, though there is no enclosed waiting room.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coin Lockers &amp; Wi-Fi<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42032,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42032\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260324_135541-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u677e\u5c71\u5e02\u99c5\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Coin lockers are installed throughout Matsuchika Town.<\/p>\r\n<p>Free public Wi-Fi (\u201cEhime_Free_Wi-Fi\u201d) is also available nearby.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>\u25ce Matsuyama City Station Bus Terminal Information<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:table {\"hasFixedLayout\":false} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 99.0228%;\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.4286%;\" data-align=\"center\">Business Hours<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 133.57%;\" data-align=\"center\">10:00\u201319:00<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.4286%;\" data-align=\"center\">Closed Days<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 133.57%;\" data-align=\"center\">Open year-round<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.4286%;\" data-align=\"center\">GoogleMaps<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 133.57%;\" data-align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/tWfkn7o51xJDmFfj6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/tWfkn7o51xJDmFfj6<\/a><\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.4286%;\" data-align=\"center\">Phone<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 133.57%;\" data-align=\"center\">&#8211;<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.4286%;\" data-align=\"center\">Official website<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 133.57%;\" data-align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"http:\/\/matsuchika-town.com\/?mode=shop_detail&amp;shop_id=61\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">http:\/\/matsuchika-town.com\/?mode=shop_detail&amp;shop_id=61<\/a><\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:table -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Okaido Bus Stop<\/h2>\r\n<p>Best Access to Matsuyama Castle &amp; Downtown<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":41979,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-41979\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_131102-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u5927\u8857\u9053\u30d0\u30b9\u505c\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Okaido is the most convenient stop for sightseeing, shopping, and nightlife in central Matsuyama.<\/p>\r\n<p>Matsuyama Castle Ropeway and Okaido Shopping Arcade are both within walking distance.<\/p>\r\n<p>Most highway buses stop here after departing Matsuyama City Station.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:table {\"hasFixedLayout\":false} \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u3010Photo Guide\u3011How to Find the Bus Stop<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":41979,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":41999,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":41994,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-41994\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u5927\u8857\u9053\u884c\u304d\u65b9\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Cross the scramble intersection toward the Starbucks side near the entrance to Okaido Shopping Arcade.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":41993,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-41993\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/31-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u5927\u8857\u9053\u884c\u304d\u65b9\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Walk slightly toward Dogo Onsen and you\u2019ll find Iyo Tetsu Travel and the bus waiting area next to Lawson convenience store.<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-41979\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_131102-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u5927\u8857\u9053\u30d0\u30b9\u505c\"><\/p>\r\n<p>The bus stop is located along the tram street.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42000,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42000\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/25-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u5927\u8857\u9053\u884c\u304d\u65b9\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Because the waiting room and Iyo Tetsu Travel office are directly beside the bus stop, it\u2019s easy to recognize.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Complete Guide to Facilities<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42007,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42007\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_131141-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u5927\u8857\u9053\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Here are the facilities available at Okaido Bus Terminal.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ticket Counter<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42008,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42008\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_131149-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u5927\u8857\u9053\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Tickets can be purchased at Iyo Tetsu Travel Okaido Branch next to the bus stop.<\/p>\r\n<p>Please note that the office is closed on weekends and holidays, and some JR Bus tickets cannot be purchased there.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Waiting Room<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42006,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42006\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_131130-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u5927\u8857\u9053\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>A simple indoor waiting room is available separately from the ticket counter.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coin Lockers &amp; Wi-Fi<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42005,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42005\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_131121-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Coin lockers are available inside the waiting room.<\/p>\r\n<p>Free public Wi-Fi is also available nearby.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>\u25ce Okaido Bus Terminal Information<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:table {\"hasFixedLayout\":false} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 99.884%;\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.345%;\" data-align=\"center\">Business Hours<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 104.094%;\" data-align=\"center\">10:00\u201318:00<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.345%;\" data-align=\"center\">Closed Days<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 104.094%;\" data-align=\"center\">Saturdays, Sundays &amp; holidays<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.345%;\" data-align=\"center\">GoogleMaps<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 104.094%;\" data-align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/P2ryEU5BWABATpAG8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/P2ryEU5BWABATpAG8<\/a><\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.345%;\" data-align=\"center\">Phone<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 104.094%;\" data-align=\"center\">089-948-3131<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.345%;\" data-align=\"center\">Official website<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 104.094%;\" data-align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iyotetsu.co.jp\/bus\/kousoku\/map\/noriba.html?noriba=okaido\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.iyotetsu.co.jp\/bus\/kousoku\/map\/noriba.html?noriba=okaido<\/a><\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:table -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Dogo Onsen Bus Terminal<\/h2>\r\n<p>Gateway to Matsuyama\u2019s Famous Hot Spring Area<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":41981,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-41981\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260311_070112-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u9053\u5f8c\u6e29\u6cc9\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Located directly in front of Dogo Onsen Station, this terminal is the main gateway to the historic Dogo Onsen area.<\/p>\r\n<div style=\"border: 5px double #0000ff; padding: 10px; border-radius: 10px;\"><strong>\u26a0\ufe0f Important:<br><\/strong>Only a limited number of overnight highway buses stop at Dogo Onsen.<br>Most highway buses do not stop here. In many cases, it\u2019s easier to get off at Okaido and transfer to the tram.<\/div>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u3010Photo Guide\u3011Access from Dogo Onsen Station<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42010,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42003,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42003\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>The bus terminal is located directly in front of Iyo Railway\u2019s Dogo Onsen Station.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42001,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42001\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/22-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Several bus stops are located around the station plaza, so make sure to confirm your departure platform in advance.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Complete Guide to Facilities<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42004,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42004\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/21-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Here are the facilities available at Dogo Onsen Bus Terminal.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ticket Counter<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42010,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42010\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260311_070152-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u9053\u5f8c\u6e29\u6cc9\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>There is no ticket office at Dogo Onsen Bus Terminal.<\/p>\r\n<p>Passengers should reserve tickets online, by phone, or at Matsuyama City Station \/ Okaido beforehand.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Waiting Area<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42011,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42011\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260324_153405-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u9053\u5f8c\u6e29\u6cc9\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>A simple covered waiting space with benches is available.<\/p>\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coin Lockers &amp; Wi-Fi<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42013,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42013\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260324_153442-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u9053\u5f8c\u6e29\u6cc9\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Coin lockers are located behind the bus stop area.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42012,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42012\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260324_153135-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u9053\u5f8c\u6e29\u6cc9\u30d0\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Additional lockers can also be found near the tourist information center beside Dogo Shopping Arcade. Many hotels and ryokan inns also offer luggage storage services.<\/p>\r\n<p>Free public Wi-Fi is available nearby.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>\u25ce Dogo Onsen Bus Terminal Information<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:table {\"hasFixedLayout\":false} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 98.3398%;\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.2894%;\" data-align=\"center\">Business Hours<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 107.233%;\" data-align=\"center\">Available 24 hours<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.2894%;\" data-align=\"center\">Closed Days<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 107.233%;\" data-align=\"center\">Open year-round<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.2894%;\" data-align=\"center\">GoogleMaps<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 107.233%;\" data-align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/NzU8PSW4mHGcfVzb8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/NzU8PSW4mHGcfVzb8<\/a><\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.2894%;\" data-align=\"center\">Phone<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 107.233%;\" data-align=\"center\">&#8211;<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.2894%;\" data-align=\"center\">Official website<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 107.233%;\" data-align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iyotetsu.co.jp\/bus\/kousoku\/map\/noriba.html?noriba=dogo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.iyotetsu.co.jp\/bus\/kousoku\/map\/noriba.html?noriba=dogo<\/a><\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:table -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u3010Important\u3011WILLER &amp; Kotobus Use Different Boarding Locations<\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Most buses use the four terminals above, but some operators use separate boarding locations.<\/p>\r\n<p>Please double-check your boarding point before travel.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:table {\"hasFixedLayout\":false} \/-->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Great Places to Visit While Waiting for Your Bus<\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42058,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42058\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_132337-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u5927\u8857\u9053\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Finally, here are a few convenient and easy-to-find spots near Matsuyama\u2019s main bus terminals.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u25c6 with salt Hakata no Shio (JR Matsuyama Station)<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42049,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42049\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_121530-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"with salt\u3000\u4f2f\u65b9\u306e\u5869\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Located inside the \u201cDandan Street\u201d shopping area at JR Matsuyama Station.<\/p>\r\n<p>This is the first concept shop operated by Hakata Salt Company, famous for the jingle:<br>\u201cHa-ka-ta no shio\u266a\u201d<\/p>\r\n<p>Their salted soft-serve ice cream is especially popular after a long bus ride.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42048,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42048\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_120700-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"with salt\u3000\u4f2f\u65b9\u306e\u5869\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>The shop\u2019s concept is:\u201cSalt might actually be more interesting than you think.\u201d<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42057,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42057\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260326_125852-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"with salt\u3000\u4f2f\u65b9\u306e\u5869\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>You\u2019ll also find salt-themed sweets and unique local souvenirs created in collaboration with shops around Ehime Prefecture.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"className\":\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"} -->\r\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><strong>\u25ce with salt Hakata no Shio (JR Matsuyama Station)<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:table {\"hasFixedLayout\":false} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 99.2049%;\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.0428%;\" data-align=\"center\">Business Hours<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 137.244%;\" data-align=\"center\">9:00 AM &#8211; 7:00 PM<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.0428%;\" data-align=\"center\">Closed Days<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 137.244%;\" data-align=\"center\">Open year-round<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.0428%;\" data-align=\"center\">GoogleMaps<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 137.244%;\" data-align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/dzFe6mrW91bhYc1XA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/dzFe6mrW91bhYc1XA<\/a><\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.0428%;\" data-align=\"center\">Phone<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 137.244%;\" data-align=\"center\">089-911-2200<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.0428%;\" data-align=\"center\">Official website<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 137.244%;\" data-align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/with_salt_hakatanoshio\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/with_salt_hakatanoshio\/<\/a><\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:table -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u25c6 Coffee-kan Matsuchika Store (Matsuyama City Station)<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42110,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42110\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/20260324_135557-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u73c8\u7432\u9928\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Located inside Matsuchika Town underground mall.<\/p>\r\n<p>Freshly brewed coffee, pancakes, and light meals make this a popular stop for travelers.<\/p>\r\n<p>Power outlets are available, and breakfast service is offered, making it especially convenient for overnight bus passengers arriving early in the morning.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"className\":\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"} -->\r\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><strong>\u25ce Coffee-kan Matsuchika Store (Matsuyama City Station)<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:table {\"hasFixedLayout\":false} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 99.8987%; height: 120px;\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.6015%; height: 24px;\" data-align=\"center\">Business Hours<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 137.803%; height: 24px;\" data-align=\"center\">7:30 AM &#8211; 8:00 PM<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.6015%; height: 24px;\" data-align=\"center\">Closed Days<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 137.803%; height: 24px;\" data-align=\"center\">Facility closing days<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.6015%; height: 24px;\" data-align=\"center\">GoogleMaps<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 137.803%; height: 24px;\" data-align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/q8H2Ei8NpQhUos7Z7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/q8H2Ei8NpQhUos7Z7<\/a><\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.6015%; height: 24px;\" data-align=\"center\">Phone<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 137.803%; height: 24px;\" data-align=\"center\">089-945-4908<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.6015%; height: 24px;\" data-align=\"center\">Official website<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 137.803%; height: 24px;\" data-align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/c-united.co.jp\/store\/detail\/087101\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/c-united.co.jp\/store\/detail\/087101\/<\/a><\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:table -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u25c6 Lawson Okaido Bus Terminal Store<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":42051,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42051\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_131022-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u5927\u8857\u9053\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>A Lawson convenience store is located directly beside Okaido Bus Terminal.<\/p>\r\n<p>Perfect for buying drinks, snacks, or anything you forgot before boarding your bus.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"className\":\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"} -->\r\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-10\"><strong>\u25ce Lawson Okaido Bus Terminal Store<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:table {\"hasFixedLayout\":false} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 99.1127%;\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.5805%;\" data-align=\"center\">Business Hours<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 108.207%;\" data-align=\"center\">24-hour operation<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.5805%;\" data-align=\"center\">Closed Days<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 108.207%;\" data-align=\"center\">Open year-round<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.5805%;\" data-align=\"center\">GoogleMaps<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 108.207%;\" data-align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/oKNo1MnaWHp7cpqEA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/oKNo1MnaWHp7c<\/a> <a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/oKNo1MnaWHp7cpqEA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pqEA<\/a><\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.5805%;\" data-align=\"center\">Phone<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 108.207%;\" data-align=\"center\">089-932-2300<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 21.5805%;\" data-align=\"center\">Official website<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"width: 108.207%;\" data-align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.areamarker.com\/lawson\/info\/168834?addresscode=38201\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.areamarker.com\/lawson\/info\/168834?addresscode=38201<\/a><\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:table -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary: Choose the Right Bus Terminal &amp; Enjoy Matsuyama More<\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":41954,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-41954\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20260310_115458-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u306a\u3093\u3054\u304f\u30a8\u30af\u30b9\u30d7\u30ec\u30b9\"><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Do you now understand the differences between Matsuyama\u2019s four major bus terminals?<\/p>\r\n<p>Here\u2019s a quick comparison showing<strong> why highway buses are such a popular option in Shikoku.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<div style=\"border: 5px double #0000ff; padding: 10px; border-radius: 10px;\">\r\n<p><strong>Route Highway Bus Train<\/strong><br>Matsuyama \u2192 Kochi\u3000<br>\u00a54,000 \/ 2.5 hrs \u00a59,890 \/ 4 hrs<br><br>Matsuyama \u2192 Takamatsu<br>\u00a54,400 \/ 2.5 hrs \u00a56,160 \/ 2.5 hrs<br><br>Matsuyama \u2192 Osaka<br>\u00a57,500 \/ 6 hrs \u00a512,210 \/ 4 hrs<\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Prices and travel times are approximate.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p>Highway buses are often much cheaper than trains, and in many cases just as convenient.<\/p>\r\n<p>Use this guide to choose the best terminal for your trip and enjoy a smoother journey around Matsuyama and Dogo Onsen!<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n<div><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><!-- \/wp:image --><\/span> <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><!-- \/wp:image --><\/span> <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><!-- \/wp:image --><\/span> <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><!-- \/wp:image --><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/span>\r\n<div style=\"border: 5px double #91d8ac; padding: 10px; border-radius: 10px; text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #0000ff;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">If you want to make a reservation for an expressway bus,<br><\/span><\/span><\/strong><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #0000ff;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"> <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/japanbusonline.com\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Please go to &#8220;Japan Bus Online&#8221;<\/a>. <br><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong>The information in this article is current at the time of writing. It may differ from the lat<\/div>\r\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\u201cShould I get off at JR Matsuyama Station or Matsuyama City Station?\u201d\u201cHow do I get to Dogo Onsen?\u201d Feeling confused about getting around Matsuyama by bus? You\u2019re not alone. Matsuyama has four major bus terminals, and first-time visitors often mix them up. In this guide, we\u2019ll explain which terminal is best depending on your destination, how to access each bus stop, and what facilities are available. Read this once, and navigating Matsuyama will become much easier! 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