The city, which was created in 2004 by the merger of Shigenobu Town and Kawauchi Town, is blessed with a Seto Inland Sea climate with warm temperatures and moderate rainfall, and is also popular for agriculture.
The climatic conditions, with an average annual temperature of 16.5°C and rainfall of about 1,315 mm, are ideal for the cultivation of grains such as water rice and naked barley.
There are a number of sightseeing attractions in Toon City.
Popular for its large slides and roller courses, Toon City General Park is popular with families as a Spot with views of Matsuyama City and Mt. Mt. Ishizuchi.
Shiraito Falls, where you can enjoy the Four Seasons in the Sandan Waterfall, and Shirai no Taki, one of the scenic spots Nature represent Toon City, which has been selected by the Shikoku 88 Scenic Views, are also supported by Nature enthusiasts.
Surrounded by water and greenery, Toon City is home to Nature, food, and experiences.
Enjoy the natural beauty of each season and the warmth of the region.
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Toon City Sakuranoyu Kankobussan Center
A hub for tourism and local products in Toon City, featuring a direct sales store for agricultural products and an eat-in area along with a tourist information center.
【Direct Sales Store for Agricultural Products】
We sell agricultural products and processed goods produced and processed within Toon City, as well as various handmade crafts. Specialty products from neighboring cities that have exchanges with Toon City are also available.
【Eat-In Area and Tourist Information Center】
We offer menus utilizing "ingredients" from Toon City in our eat-in corner. Additionally, we provide information on tourist attractions and local specialties, along with brochures. We also have Wi-Fi facilities for tourists to gather information.
We are also selling "Toon Mystery Walk," where you can solve mysteries while strolling around the area for about 2 kilometers.
【Hometown Experience Building】
Bicycle rentals are available starting from one hour. We mainly offer electric bicycles that can safely navigate the surrounding slopes.
*Helmets are available for free rental
●Electric Bicycle (Road Type)
3 units 400 yen/1 hour
●Electric Bicycle (Normal Type with Basket)
5 units 400 yen/1 hour
●Cross Bike
2 units 250 yen/1 hour
●Children's Bicycle
5 units 200 yen/1 hour
We also hold events such as cooking classes and experience workshops that utilize local products and features from within the city.
【Address】
2098 Kitakata Ko, Toon City, Ehime Prefecture
TEL: 089-993-8054
FAX: 089-968-2166
【Business Hours】
Direct Sales Store for Agricultural Products: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Closed on the 4th Wednesday, January 1st – 5th, December 31st
Tourist Information Center: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Closed every Tuesday, 4th Wednesday, January 1st – 3rd, December 29th – 31st
【Access】
Immediately from the Iyo Railway Bus stop "Sakuranoyu" (about 50 minutes by bus from Matsuyama Station to Sakuranoyu)
About 5 minutes by car from Kawauchi IC.
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Cape Tang Waterfall
With a height of 114 meters and seven tiers, it is known as "the Women's Waterfall" due to its elegance.
Located near the border with Ufu District, it cascades in the valley of Warishi Pass, offering beautiful views amidst the autumn foliage.
It takes about 20 minutes (500 meters) to walk from the parking lot. The mountain path is not easy to navigate, so caution is necessary as you descend the slope.
In the parking area, there is a monument inscribed with a haiku by Natsume Sōseki.
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Shiraito Falls
A three-tiered waterfall with a height of 30 meters.
In summer, the stream's water and breeze are refreshing, while the autumn foliage is vibrant. In winter, it freezes, showcasing a majestic beauty, allowing visitors to enjoy the changing seasons.
It is 370 meters from the parking lot to the waterfall. As you cross a small bridge, you can enjoy a nature-filled hiking course abundant in negative ions.
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[Traditional Event] Satokagura at Shiroyama Tenmangū Shrine in Kanbayashi
Every July, the Satokagura is offered to pray for the peace of the Kanbayashi District.
It has also been designated as an Intangible Folk Cultural Property of the city.
The Satokagura is said to have been continued since the Kamakura period, but it was interrupted once after World War II.
In the 1950s, local people revived this important ritual, and this year marks the 50th anniversary of the Kagura Preservation Society.
The Satokagura at Shiroyama Tenmangū Shrine will be offered tomorrow.
Offering Date and Time: July 12, 2023 (Sunday)
From 1:00 PM, the ritual
Around 1:30 PM, the Kagura offering
After that, there will be a children's sumo tournament and mochi throwing.
*There is no parking available at the shrine.
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Yokeno Entei
This is a stone and concrete sediment control dam located in the upper reaches of the Shigenobu River.
Constructed in 1935, it is made entirely from stones sourced from the islands of Setouchi.
In spring, the collaboration of cherry blossoms and stone masonry is beautiful, and around Golden Week, a local event called "Shigenobu River Koinobori Hanging" takes place, attracting many visitors.
The prefectural direct-operated project began construction in 1932. A secondary dam, measuring 92 meters in length, was built downstream of the primary dam, which is 115 meters long, with both featuring a surface made of granite. The excellent condition of the remaining structure showcases the advanced construction techniques of the time. It has been designated as a registered tangible cultural property by the national government.
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Shiogamori Furusato Park, campsite, viewing platform
This park is located near the summit of Shiogamori Mountain at an elevation of 525 meters,
encompassing a zone with a diameter of approximately 750 meters that includes the "viewing platform," "campsite," "park," and "Shiogamori Mountain Summit."
The "Shiogamori Furusato Park Viewing Platform" is a must-see for families with children. It features an athletic area and offers a fantastical atmosphere reminiscent of a foreign land.
You can enjoy a grand panorama that extends all the way to the Chugoku Mountains.
A stroll along the walking path to Shiogamori allows you to enjoy cherry blossoms and rhododendrons in spring, hydrangeas in summer, and autumn leaves in fall.
The campsite within the park has a cooking facility.
*When using the park for barbecues or camping, you must report your name, contact information, and date of use to the Toon City Urban Development Division Park Section (089-964-4412). This is for contact purposes in case of any issues, not for reservations.
*For barbecues, please use a barbecue grill; open flames are prohibited, and take your trash and ashes home. Please be considerate of those around you.
*The water from the taps in the cooking facility is natural water and is not suitable for drinking.
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Saragamine
The Saragamine hiking trail is popular for its lush paths and the colorful flowers that change with the seasons, offering various scenic views.
Among them, the "Ryūjin-daira" that unfolds before you halfway up the mountain is a must-see. A gentle and vast wetland stretches out ahead, leaving first-time visitors amazed, thinking, "I can't believe such a view is so close by..."
From Ryūjin-daira, you pass through a beech virgin forest to reach the summit. From the top, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Kumakogen town (to the south).
While multiple routes exist, the one from the wind hole trailhead at Kamihayashi Forest Park in Toon City is the most popular.
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air hole
The wind hole is a mysterious rock hole where cool winds blow throughout the four seasons. In summer, fog is generated due to the temperature difference with the outside air, and a mysterious scene appears in front of you.
Around the end of June, the "Himalayan blue poppy" blooms beautifully, which is Cultivation to Use the cold air of the wind hole in the pit dug in front of the wind hole.
Located inside Shanglin Forest Park, there are hydrangeas and autumn leaves planted nearby, and you can enjoy them every season.
It is also famous as a starting point for climbing to Saragamine and Dragon God.
Location: 791-0223 896-24 Kamibayashi, Toon City
Access: 15km by Car from Matsuyama Expressway Kawauchi IC on Prefectural Roads 23 and 209 towards Kamibayashi Forest Park
Car parking lot: Yes
Toilet: Yes
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Sogouchi Shrine
It is said that it was founded in the 22nd year of Emperor Kammu's reign (803) as the chief guardian of Kawanouchi.
There are in front of the Torii (shrine gate), a sacred tree designated by the prefecture as a natural monument that is said to be more than 1,000 years old. (Height 11m, main street 6m.) )
In addition, there is a shrine office and a phrase monument that the haiku poet Matsune Toyojo stayed for a year and a half and named "Ichitata-an" and the four seasonal cherry blossoms that continue to bloom from autumn to Spring, which he named "Hundred Day Cherry Blossoms".
There are also stunning stone walls and a large garden in the woods full of healing properties.
Famous for its multiple species of mountain hydrangea that bloom in May and June, it is also called "Hydrangea no Mori".
Location: 791-0321 4876 Kawanouchiko, Toon City
Access: From Kawauchi Interchange, take National Route 11 towards Saijo and enter National Route 494.
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White Pig Falls
A 96-meter-high waterfall in the Prefectural Nature Park of the Saragamine Mountain Range. It hangs over the upper reaches of the Shigenobu River, in the valley of the Omote River, and its falling appearance makes you feel the greatness of Nature. White Boar Falls shows various faces in Four Seasons. Fresh greenery sprouts in Spring, in early summer it is a refreshing summer resort, and in autumn the trees surrounding the waterfall are dyed in brocade. Soseki and Shiki were also Fascination, and it There are a record of their visits. Especially the winter scenery is fantastic. When the bitter cold lasts for several days, the entire waterfall looks like an ice sculpture.
Location: 791-0321 Toon City Kawanouchi Shirabono Falls Farming Village Park
Access: 15 minutes by Car from Kawauchi IC (Matsuyama Expressway)
60 minutes by Iyotetsu bus from Matsuyamashi Station
Car parking lot: Yes (Free parking spaces: Shiraino Falls Farming village Park There is also a private paid Car parking lot (500m in front of the promenade)
Toilet: Yes
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