Would you like to enjoy a walk where you can experience Saijō’s unique spring water culture, known as "Uchinuki," during a peaceful season?
We recommend a 2.4 km walking course along the Aquatopia water system (a waterside-friendly area), stretching from Kanon Water to the Saijō Domain Jinya Ruins. From mid-April to early May, you can enjoy beautiful seasonal scenery: wisteria blossoms at Teishō-ji Temple (Kannon Hall) near the starting point, and vibrant azaleas in the moat-side area at the endpoint, creating a beautiful harmony of flowing water and seasonal flowers.
Along the way, you will find many attractive stops, including Uchinuki spring water tasting spots, cafés, sweet shops, and local farmers’ markets—perfect for a relaxing and leisurely experience.
In the historic moat-side area around the Ōtemon Gate from the Edo period, a beautiful streetscape unfolds where waterside scenery blends with outstanding examples of modernist architecture, such as the local museum, folk craft museum, and a church. This unique landscape showcases the harmony of history, architecture, and pure spring water—an essential part of Saijō’s charm.
At the Saijō Tourist Information Center (open year-round, 9:00–18:00), visitors can obtain a Water Walking Map and information about bicycle rentals. It is recommended as a starting point for your exploration.
Spot Information
Teishō-ji Temple (Kannon Hall)
47 Kitagawa, Saijō, Ehime 793-0042, Japan
Saijō Domain Jinya Ruins
234 Akeyashiki, Saijō, Ehime 793-0023, Japan
Saijō Tourist Information Center
798-1 Ōmachi, Saijō, Ehime 793-0030, Japan
Image List
Image 1: Kanon Water
Images 2–3: Wisteria at Teishō-ji Temple
Images 4–7: Along the Aquatopia walking course
Image 8: Ōtemon Gate
Images 9–10: Folk Craft Museum / Local History Museum
Images 11–12: Church
Images 13–15: Area around the Jinya Ruins.
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