Set against a backdrop of historical buildings, Matsuyama is a vibrant city of living traditions. Here, haiku poetry still holds a significant place in daily life. With a jam-packed calendar of seasonal festivals, visitors are guaranteed to find something captivating to experience all year round. Getting around the city is easy with a network of vintage trams and steam trains at your service. In addition, Matsuyama boasts miles of sandy beaches, which provide a scenic view of the Seto Inland Sea, filled with beautiful islands.
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| Population: |
Metro area: 503,659 (2024) |
| Currency: |
Japanese Yen (JPY, ¥) |
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| Emergency numbers: |
Ambulance, fire and rescue: 119
Police: 110 |
| Newspapers: |
The Japan Times: www.japantimes.co.jp |
| Opening hours: |
Standard opening hours for public buildings and services are 9am to 5pm. Supermarkets are generally open from 9am to 7pm or later.
Retail outlets are generally open from 9am or 10am to 7pm or later. |
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