Ehime
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General NewsEhime Castle Town Turns Traditional Japanese Houses into Hotels to Preserve Townscape, Attract Tourism
OZU, Ehime — The city of Ozu in Ehime Prefecture, which retains the atmosphere of a castle town f...
April 13, 2025
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General NewsCherry Blossoms Officially Blooming in Matsuyama; Flowers Spotted in Dogo Park
Cherry trees started flowering in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, on Tuesday, according to the Matsu...
March 26, 2025
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Japan In FocusEhime: Russo-Japanese War Drama Boosts Matsuyama Tourism; Birthplace of Akiyama Brothers, Noted Militaries Leaders
MATSUYAMA — An increasing number of people are traveling to Matsuyama to experience the setting o...
February 22, 2025
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Japan In FocusEhime: 100 People Join Kakizome Calligraphy Event; Many Messages on 40-Meter Single Piece of Paper
MATSUYAMA — A kakizome calligraphy event was held on Jan. 5 at a shopping mall in Matsuyama, and ...
January 25, 2025
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Japan In FocusEhime: Setting Sun Hits ‘Strike Zone’; Rare Phenomenon Seen on Setouchi-Shiamanami Kaido
IMABARI, Ehime — A sunset was observed through the frames of six towers on the Kurushima Kaikyo B...
December 9, 2024
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Japan In FocusEhime: Locals Bid Farewell to Iconic Triangular Roof; Old Building of JR Matsuyama Station to Be Demolished
The Yomiuri ShimbunThe old building of JR Matsuyama Station The Yomiuri Shimbun [posttime] JST,&ensp...
November 17, 2024
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Travel SpotsEhime: Murals of Popular Manga Turn Depopulated Island into New Tourist Destination
KAMIJIMA, Ehime — Murals of popular manga on vacant houses and public facilities have turned a re...
October 26, 2024
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Japan In FocusEhime: Move Forward by Rocking Tub Instead of Rowing: 200 Participants Compete in Unique ‘Hangiri’ Race
MASAKI, Ehime — A unique water race was held earlier this month in Masaki, Ehime Prefecture, wher...
August 31, 2024
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Travel SpotsEhime: Iconic Bathhouse Reopens in Matsuyama After More than 5 Years’ Renovation
MATSUYAMA — An iconic building located in a hot spring district of Matsuyama has fully reopened a...
July 27, 2024
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General NewsEarthquake in Western Japan a Reminder to Be Ready for the Big One; 14% of People Have Made No Preparations, Survey Says
The powerful earthquake that struck western Japan late Wednesday has prompted renewed calls for p...
April 19, 2024
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General NewsNo Tsunami as Strong Earthquake Strikes Western Japan; Blocked Roads, Burst Water Pipes Reported (Update 1)
A powerful earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 6.6 struck western Japan late Wednesday nigh...
April 18, 2024
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General NewsPowerful Earthquake Hits Ehime, Kochi Prefectures; No Risk of Tsunami (Update 1)
An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.6 jolted the western areas of Ehime and Kochi prefectures at ...
April 17, 2024
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Travel SpotsEhime: Dogo Onsen Honkan to Raise Bathing Fees in Effort to Preserve Treasure of Matsuyama
MATSUYAMA — Dogo Onsen, a popular bathhouse in Matsuyama which is said to be the oldest hot sprin...
March 23, 2024
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Travel SpotsEhime Prefecture Aiming to Host World Cycling Event in 2027; Highlighting Shimanami Kaido and Safety Measures
MATSUYAMA — The Setouchi Shimanami Kaido cycling road, which connects Imabari, Ehime Prefecture, ...
March 21, 2024
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Earthquake in Western Japan a Reminder to Be Ready for the Big One; 14% of People Have Made No Preparations, Survey Says
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Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake Hits Ehime, Hiroshima Prefectures; No Tsunami Expected
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Powerful Earthquake Hits Ehime, Kochi Prefectures; No Risk of Tsunami (Update 1)
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No Tsunami as Strong Earthquake Strikes Western Japan; Blocked Roads, Burst Water Pipes Reported (Update 1)
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Ehime: Dogo Onsen Honkan to Raise Bathing Fees in Effort to Preserve Treasure of Matsuyama