Botchan Steam Train

Matsuyama

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Botchan Steam Train

A popular attraction found on the route between JR Matsuyama Station and Dogo is the Botchan Train, a diesel-powered replica of the original Iyotetsu steam locomotive, known from Natsume Soseki’s 1906 novel, Botchan. Not to be missed is seeing the Botchan Train engine uncoupled, cranked up on a pivot, and spun around by hand by the drivers.

Do & See

Matsuyama is a compact city with a wide choice of things to do and see, from galleries and museums to beaches, historic buildings and parks. Be sure to allow plenty of time for all.