Encounter the deep forest and the sea bream rice that Tora-san loved (Kashima Island)

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Encounter the deep forest and the sea bream rice that Tora-san loved (Kashima)

　From JR Matsuyama City Station

JR Matsuyama City Station

Kashima is a small island in the Hojo district of Matsuyama. To get to Iyo Hojo Station, take the JR Yosan Line (for Takamatsu) from Matsuyama Station. The local train takes about 30 minutes. It takes about 15 minutes on foot from the station to the ferry port, walking slowly and taking in the sights of Hojo.

Train timetable click here( External link )＜外部リンク＞

15 minutes (On Foot)

　By ferry from Hojo to Kashima

The famous boat with a deer on it

Kashima is about 400 m from Hojo port. It looks close enough to swim, but you get across by the regular ferry. The model deer on top of the boat is a somehow pleasing sight. Enjoy the short trip by sitting outside and catching the salt air.

Things to see

From spring to autumn, the boat leaves every 20 minutes, and so there’s no need to worry about the time. The port has a car park, making Kashima an attractively easy place to visit from Matsuyama.

image:By ferry from Hojo to Kashima

Time

April to October 7時00分-21時33分
November to March 7時00分-20時33分

Charges

Adults 210yen, elementary school or younger 110yen (return)

Location

1605 Tsuji,Hojo,Matsuyama (Hojo Kashima Port)

Parking

100 cars

Phone

089-992-1375 ( Kashima Ferry parking office)

1 minute (On Foot)

　Kashima Shrine

Visit the god of Kashima before climbing the mountain

There’s a torii gate in front of Hojo port, and the inner sanctuary Kashima Shrine across the water. It’s not known exactly when it was built, but it’s said that Empress Jingu visited here when she set out for the Korean peninsula, and prayed for victory and a safe journey. The sight of the stately building beyond the pines expresses the strong faith of the samurai who worshipped at the shrine.

Things to see

The shrine has a deep relationship with the history of the region. In the Edo period, the Matsudaira family of the Matsuyama Domain visited the shrine, and the oar dance performed at the spring and autumn festival is said to have originated as a dance of the Suigun navy of the Kono clan which controlled the area in the Middle Ages. For the people of the area, the shrine is a protective presence.

image:Kashima Shrine

Location

Turn left from the pier and it’s beyond the start of the path up the mountain.

1 minute (On Foot)

　Kashima forest (Mountain trail)

About 20 minutes to the top of the mountain. Just the right distance to feel refreshed

Set off aiming for the top at 113.8 m. The mountain path is designated as one of Ehime’s 88 best forest walks. The dappled light through the trees and the ferns are relaxing to look at, and you can encounter wild deer. Standing on the summit observation platform, the cool breeze on your damp forehead feels good, and there’s a panoramic view of the sea and the town. In a corner of the summit is a rock called Onodachi no Iwao from which Empress Jingu is supposed to have fired an arrow into the sea.

Things to see

You can enjoy identifying the islands from the circular map, as well as the amazing view of the distance islands and the mountains that extend behind the town of Hojo. There are several routes down, and if you take a different path down, you increase your chances of meeting deer. The path can be slippery depending on the weather and the season, so that in case, it’s best to use the main path.

image:Kashima forest (Mountain trail)

Location

Turn left from the pier and you’ll see a signboard pointing up the mountain path.

1 minute (On Foot)

　Otaya Ryokan Kashima branch

Traditional sea bream rice cooked in light soy sauce

The Otaya Ryokan Hojo branch is a historic place that was established in 1853. You can also enjoy its famous seafood-rich sea bream rice at the Kashima branch. The actor Kiyoshi Atsumi was a fan of this dish and he used to stay at the Kashima branch

Things to see

Only natural sea bream from local waters is used. You will never tire of its rich taste. Normally the rice is cooked with the sea bream, the flesh of which is then mixed in with the rice. You can experience the flavour of braised sea bream head, fresh sashimi and other seasonal fresh fish dishes. Sitting in the dining room built over the sea, enjoying the salt breeze and leisurely meal of sea bream rice, you can imagine Tora-san beside you.

image:Otaya Ryokan Kashima branch

Time

11時00分-17時00分 (Late April to early November)

Charges

Sea bream rice (with soup) 800yen（tax not included）, Sea bream rice set meal 1,800yen（tax not included）yen Other set meals and a-la-carte

Parking

Yes (Hojo port. Charges apply)

Location

1596-3 Tsuji, Hojo, Matsuyama (To the right as soon as you get off the ferry pier)

Phone

Kashima branch 089-993-0012
(You can also contact Otaya Ryokan Hojo branch telephone 089-993-0021)

Web

1 minute (On Foot)

　Tour Boat Hanahenro

Enjoy a boat ride around the “Iyo Enoshima”

Sail out to sea and see the twin rocks Gyokuri and Kando, and the islands Chigiri and Kojika up close. You can enjoy the scenic beauty of the sheer rock faces and the view of far away islands on this 20-minute long cruise.

Things to see

The coast of Kashima is characterized by indented rock formations, strangely shaped rocks and caves, but currently the path to these sights is closed due to the risk of rock falls. You can enjoy the views of the coast from a tour boat.

Tour Boat Hanahenro