Overview

Chaharu invites you to experience timeless hospitality in one of Japan’s oldest hot spring regions. Located in the heart of Dogo, Chaharu blends comfort and charm, offering you a home-like atmosphere with thoughtful service. With a range of dining options, rooftop open-air baths, and carefully designed rooms, Chaharu lets you relax in every season while enjoying views of Matsuyama Castle and Ishizuchi Mountain. Book directly through the website and receive 10% off all room plans.

Accommodation

Chaharu features 66 rooms across four categories, accommodating up to 271 people. Each room is non-smoking and comes fully equipped for a comfortable stay, including traditional yukata, bath sets, toiletries, and more.

Japanese-Style Rooms: Calm, tatami-lined spaces that blend tradition with homelike warmth.

Japanese Modern Rooms: A fusion of wood floors and soft tatami with clean, modern design. Open your shoji to view the White Garden and a 250-year-old olive tree.

Western-Style Rooms: Spacious, wheelchair-friendly rooms with wide floor space, perfect for travelers with large luggage or mobility needs.

Executive Suites: Elegant interiors featuring Scandinavian design and ceramic art by Fujio Ishimoto. These suites immerse you in natural tones and artistic serenity.

Dining

Chaharu celebrates the flavors of Ehime and the Seto Inland Sea with both buffet and kaiseki dining options. Choose from Japanese, French, or Italian-inspired dishes using local ingredients.

Buffet Dining

Standard Buffet: Enjoy fish and meat mains like Ehime red sea bream, with appetizers, salads, and desserts from the buffet.

Premium Buffet: Savor a featured dish of Iyo beef and red sea bream, paired with a buffet spread full of seasonal selections.

Kaiseki Dining

Available at Saryo Hanakoji, the second-floor restaurant offering private dining by reservation.

Standard Kaiseki: Combines local specialties like red sea bream and Matsuyama chicken, with dishes that celebrate seasonal flavors and elegant plating.

Premium Kaiseki: A refined course meal centered around Iyo beef and fresh seafood, crafted with care for both taste and appearance.

Restaurant Hours

Dinner: 18:00–21:30 (last order at 21:00)

Onsen and Wellness

Chaharu is proud to offer Dogo’s first rooftop open-air bath. Let the soft steam and natural warmth of Dogo’s famous springs relax your body as you gaze at the moon, stars, and changing skies.

Women’s Bath – Tsuki no Yu: A tranquil setting where you can enjoy the sky’s changing colors and the gentle light of the moon.

Men’s Bath – Hoshi no Yu: Overlooks Matsuyama Castle to the south and Ishizuchi Mountain to the north. Soak in the fresh air as stars appear overhead.

Hot Spring Details

• Bathing Hours: 5:30 – 24:00
• Temperature: 42°C (adjusted based on season and weather)
• Facilities: Shampoo, conditioner, body soap, cosmetics, hair dryers, brushes, and bath towels (please bring from your room)

The rooftop baths and panoramic indoor bath each hold up to 60 people, with 20 additional capacity for the open-air baths.

Spring Quality

• Source: Dogo Onsen Honkan (blended from multiple wells)
• Type: Alkaline simple hot spring
• pH: 9.0
• Temperature: 44.2°C at source; 42.0°C in use
• Benefits: Relief from joint pain, fatigue, muscle aches, digestive issues, and improved overall wellness
• Sanitation and comfort are maintained through filtered circulation and light chlorination.

Facilities

• Panoramic Indoor Baths and Rooftop Open-Air Baths
• English Garden: Enjoy seasonal flowers and a 250-year-old olive tree
• CHAHARU Esthetic Spa
• Free Wi-Fi
• Banquet and wedding services
• Eco-participation initiatives

Activities

• Kimono Experiences: Try on traditional Japanese clothing and enjoy a walk around Dogo
• CHAHARU STORY Events: Learn more about the local area through curated cultural experiences
• Art Appreciation: Explore interior spaces designed with inspiration from renowned Japanese ceramicist Fujio Ishimoto

Additional Features

• Wheelchair-accessible Western rooms
• Sprinkler and fire safety systems in all rooms
• Free amenities including yukata, bath sets, and toiletries
• Contactless reservations by phone or email
• Convenient access to Matsuyama’s historic sites and shopping areas