Toon City

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Toon City, located adjacent to the eastern side of Matsuyama City, is a beautiful city with rich great nature and idyllic rural landscapes, receiving the blessings of the magnificent Shikoku Mountains and the pure Shigenobu River. It houses the "Botchan Theater," a world-class launching base for mountain performing arts, known as a cultural city where you can enjoy authentic musicals year-round. Furthermore, the city is dotted with famous waterfalls that spray cold mist, such as "Shirai Falls" and "Karakai Falls," and the spectacular views of fantastic "ice falls" where the entire waterfall completely freezes in winter fascinate domestic and international nature-loving travelers. With substantial hot spring facilities, stylish cafes using local ingredients, and being right next to the city while allowing you to luxuriously satisfy yourself with Japan's beautiful rural seasons and art, it is a premier relaxation area.

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Matsuyama Convention and Visitors Bureau

Toon City

Address
Kita-ko 2098, Toon City, Ehime Prefecture
Website
https://toon-kanko.jp/
Operator
Toon City Tourism and Local Products Association

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