How to get out Matsuyama
Tobe Zoo (とべ動物園), 240 Tobechō, Iyogun, ☎ +81 089-962-6000, . Tu-Su 9AM-5PM, closed Dec 29-Jan 1. Located south of Matsuyama, Tobe Dobutsuen is the destination for viewing over 190 species of animals, particularly "Peace" the polar bear. Though more spacious than its previous grounds and the silhouette animal footprints leading to the entrance are endearing, the zoo may leave much to be desired for those not used to Japanese zoological standards. ¥300 adults, ¥100 children. �
Mount Ishizuchi ? the highest peak in western Japan.
Uchiko ? traditional merchant town with Kabuki theatre and wax factory museum.
Uwajima ? bull sumo, only three hours south on the JR Yosan Line
Other cities within reach on the Yosan Line include mountainous Ikata and industrious Niihama and Imabari, the latter of which is connected to the mainland for cars and bicyclists.
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The Most Frequently Asked Travel Questions about Matsuyama
