Yasakaji

88 Temple Pilgrimage

• Jōruriji

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  浄瑠璃寺

  1. 46. Created in 708, this temple houses one of Gyoki's Yakushinyorai statue, the first of its kind and the guardian of knowledge and art.

  Price

  Free

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• Ehime Children's Castle

  Do

  えひめこどもの城 Kodomo no Jō

  This vast playground (350,000 m²) consists of five play zones with slides, roller coasters and even workshops for cooking and crafts. Great for families and couples.

  Hours

  Tue-Sun 09:00-17:00, closed Dec 29-Jan 1

  Price

  ¥300 adults, ¥100 children

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• Matsuyama Putt Golf

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  パットゴルフ松山コース

  A family-friendly mini-golf course just outside of Matsuyama. Managed by a Canadian expat and his wife.

  Hours

  Mon-Fri 12:30-20:00, Sat Sun 10:00-20:30

  Price

  ¥1000 (3 games)

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88 Temple Pilgrimage

• Sairinji

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  西林寺

  1. 48. Kōbō Daishi (弘法大師) struck the ground with his stick and created a pond here; his 11-headed Kannon also stands here.

  Price

  Free

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• Jōdoji

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  浄土寺

  1. 49. Jōdo was built in the 700s by Emyo Shonin.

  Price

  Free

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• Hantaji

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  繁多寺

  1. 50. Another Yakushinyorai statue is worshipped here.

  Price

  Free

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