Dogo Onsen
One of the major attractions of Matsuyama is going to be Dogo Onsen. With a history that spans hundreds of years, the building is going to need renovations every now and then. The main building is still open for bathing but the other rooms are closed. There is also 'Asuka no Yu' which is quite beautiful as well.
Matsuyama Iyotetsu Tram Pass
Iyotetsu (short for Iyotetsu Kabushiki Gaisha) or Iyo Railway Co. Ltd is the only transit operator in Matsuyama. You will not miss their distinctive orange colours. I decided that it would be convenient to get a digital pass instead of a physical pass as it would save me some money but I almost regretted that decision. Technology is great when it works but when it doesn’t it can be frustrating.
Next stop, Matsuyama
Matsuyama was the next stop on this trip in 2022. It is one of the four Prefectures in Shikoku which is the smallest of the four main islands of Japan. I wanted to go Matsuyama because I wanted to see Dogo Onsen and also Matsuyama Castle. Later, I found out that there is an overnight passenger ferry service to Osaka which sounded intriguing and thought it would be a fun experience.
Miyakojima bridges (over trouble waters?)
Miyakojima’s bridges is one of the things that drew me to go visit in December 2022. There are some impressive site lines for panoramic photography. Also, depending upon the timing and orientation, sunrise and sunset photos with them look amazing.
Tokyo Haneda Airport Terminal 2
My trip to Miyakojima in December 2022 started out with an early morning trip to Haneda Airport Terminal 2. Normally, I don’t go to this airport as it handles domestic flights. It was interesting to see all of the Christmas decorations in the building including the reconstruction from the remains of an ancient civilization performing the Christmas play ‘Hamlet’ by William Shakespeare.
Tackling Miyakojima - III
Day 3 was the last day I would be visiting Miyakojima so this was my last morning to create a sunrise time lapse. My top two places that I wanted to go to see today was Makiyama Observatory and 17 End. The day's forecast was supposed to be sunny but when I stepped outside; it was cold and super windy.