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Japan

Niihama / Unwind among blossoms and dragons

MeowScore 😸89/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Small city, limited attractions

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Small city, limited attractions

Niihama is mainly popular for the Niihama Taiko Festival and local sights.

Tipping

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Tipping is not customary in Niihama

Tipping

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Tipping is not customary in Niihama

Cash preferred, splitting bills is common, no tipping

internet situation

great Speed

good overall speed

great Availability

highly accessible

excellent Cellular

strong coverage

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

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biking possible

Moderate infrastructure

walkable -ish

Infrastructure, greenery

LGBTQ tolerated

Conservative area

Niihama welcomes you to experience endless stretches of tuna-laden streets, surely a dine to remember for every cat across the globe!

Flourish your whiskers as you paw through the city's vibrant catnip markets, where you'll purr-haps find the perfect leaf to upgrade those naps!

Things to do

The mainstream

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Niihama Fish Market
🏯
Enmei-ji Temple
🥁
Niihama Taiko Festival
🎨
Nihama City Museum of Art
🌸
Sakura-no-mori Park

The mainstream

🐟
Niihama Fish Market

Satisfy your inner hunter-gatherer with a visit to this lively fish market. Enjoy the smells and sounds while selecting the freshest fish for a delicious feast.

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🏯
Enmei-ji Temple

Take a break from scurrying around and contemplate the universe with a visit to this serene temple. Find inner peace while admiring the intricate architecture and lush gardens.

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🥁
Niihama Taiko Festival

Join the excitement of this annual festival and feel the beat of the traditional Japanese taiko drums. The feeling will reverberate in every cat's paws.

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🎨
Nihama City Museum of Art

Get in touch with your sophisticated side and appreciate the art of the cat world. From traditional Japanese paintings to contemporary pieces, there's something for every feline taste.

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🌸
Sakura-no-mori Park

This park is perfect for catnip-fueled frolicking with friends or a romantic stroll with a special cat. Enjoy the cherry blossom trees and all the lovely scents they bring.

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Off the beaten path

🏞️
Mounthande Nature Park
🍂
Nakamura Residence
🎉
Niihama Taiko Festival
🏯
Koizumi Yakumo Memorial Museum
🌿
Sukegawa Riverwalk

Off the beaten path

🏞️
Mounthande Nature Park

This beautiful park has walking trails, a nature education center, and even a goat petting zoo where cats can meet some new friends. 🌳🐐🐈

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🍂
Nakamura Residence

This traditional Japanese house, built in the late 1800s, is a hidden gem that gives cats a glimpse into what life was like in old Niihama. 🏡🕰️🎎

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🎉
Niihama Taiko Festival

Held every October, this festival features over 700 performers playing traditional Japanese taiko drums and dancing through the streets. 🥁🎶👯

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🏯
Koizumi Yakumo Memorial Museum

This small museum celebrates the life and work of Koizumi Yakumo, a writer who introduced traditional Japanese ghost stories to the Western world. 📚👻🎭

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🌿
Sukegawa Riverwalk

A peaceful riverside trail that features beautiful flowers and trees, perfect for a relaxing stroll. 🌸🌳🚶‍♀️

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biking possible

Moderate infrastructure

walkable -ish

Infrastructure, greenery

LGBTQ tolerated

Conservative area

Mindful meoweler tips

Visiting the Historic Besshi Copper Mine

Explore Japan's largest copper mine and learn about its 280 year history with a tour guide. Cat-tastic photo opportunities abound!

Trying the Niihama Ramen

You can't come to Japan and not try the local ramen. Niihama's version is unique and delicious. Don't forget to slurp! Meow-sure to meow-take a photo of yourself with a happy tummy!

Participating in the Niihama Taiko Festival

Feel the beat of the traditional Japanese taiko drums during the lively and vibrant festival held in October. Cat-ertainly a memory you won't forget!

Useful external sites

www.japan-guide.com/e/e5750.html

Japan-Guide↗

Information about Niihama's attractions, events, and transportation options.

www.city.niihama.lg.jp/intro/tourism

Niihama city official tourism website↗

Information about tourism in Niihama, including local events and recommended sightseeing spots.

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g1021289-Niihama_Ehime_Prefecture_Shikoku-Vacations.html

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Reviews and recommendations from travelers who have visited Niihama.

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