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Botchan Karakuri Clock
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Nearby attractions
BOTCHAN TRAIN
7 Dogomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
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19-22 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
Dogo Onsen Tsubakinoyu
19-22 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
Dogo Onsen Sky Walkway & Footbath
4-30 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
The Shiki Museum
1-30 Dogokoen, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0857, Japan
Dogo Park
1 Dogokoen, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0857, Japan
Yu Shrine
4-4-10 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
Isaniwa Shrine
173 Sakuradanicho, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0838, Japan
Yuzuki Castle Ruins
1 Dogokoen, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0857, Japan
Enman Temple
4-49 Dogoyuzukicho, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0837, Japan
Nearby restaurants
Shirasagi Coffee
12-1 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
Taimeshi Restaurant Akiyoshi
Japan, 〒790-0842 Ehime, Matsuyama, Dogoyunomachi, 12−34 2F
IYO SHOKUDO OTORA
3-15 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
味倉
Japan, 〒790-0842 Ehime, Matsuyama, Dogoyunomachi, 12−32 大沢ビル
うなぎ 小椋 道後店
12-29 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
Il Positano
Japan, 〒790-0842 Ehime, Matsuyama, Dogoyunomachi, 1−26 オーベルジュ道後内
Dogo Inari Sushi Yunoya
3-10 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
Dogo no Machiya
14-26 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
Dogo Uotake
13-19 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
Gansui
13-10 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
Nearby hotels
Funaya
1-33 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
Auberge Dogo
Japan, 〒790-0842 Ehime, Matsuyama, Dogoyunomachi, 1−26 オーベルジュ道後内
Yunoyado Sachiya
13-3 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
Yamatoya Honten
20-8 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
Hotel Patio Dogo
20-12 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
Fujiya
7-23 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
Hotel Kowakuen Haruka
1-1 Dogosagidanicho, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0836, Japan
Old England Dogo Yamanote Hotel
Japan, 〒790-0836 Ehime, Matsuyama, Dogosagidanicho, 1−13 道後山の手ホテル 内
Hotel Dogo Yaya
6-1 Dogotakocho, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0841, Japan
Dogo Grand Hotel
16-21 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
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Botchan Karakuri Clock
JapanEhime PrefectureMatsuyamaBotchan Karakuri Clock

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Botchan Karakuri Clock

6-7 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan
4.1(893)
Open until 10:00 PM
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attractions: BOTCHAN TRAIN, Dōgo Onsen Annex Asuka-no-Yu, Dogo Onsen Tsubakinoyu, Dogo Onsen Sky Walkway & Footbath, The Shiki Museum, Dogo Park, Yu Shrine, Isaniwa Shrine, Yuzuki Castle Ruins, Enman Temple, restaurants: Shirasagi Coffee, Taimeshi Restaurant Akiyoshi, IYO SHOKUDO OTORA, 味倉, うなぎ 小椋 道後店, Il Positano, Dogo Inari Sushi Yunoya, Dogo no Machiya, Dogo Uotake, Gansui
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Nearby attractions of Botchan Karakuri Clock

BOTCHAN TRAIN

Dōgo Onsen Annex Asuka-no-Yu

Dogo Onsen Tsubakinoyu

Dogo Onsen Sky Walkway & Footbath

The Shiki Museum

Dogo Park

Yu Shrine

Isaniwa Shrine

Yuzuki Castle Ruins

Enman Temple

BOTCHAN TRAIN

BOTCHAN TRAIN

4.2

(297)

Open 24 hours
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Dōgo Onsen Annex Asuka-no-Yu

Dōgo Onsen Annex Asuka-no-Yu

4.2

(1.8K)

Open 24 hours
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Dogo Onsen Tsubakinoyu

Dogo Onsen Tsubakinoyu

3.9

(706)

Open until 11:00 PM
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Dogo Onsen Sky Walkway & Footbath

Dogo Onsen Sky Walkway & Footbath

4.3

(296)

Open 24 hours
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Things to do nearby

Private Japanese Tea Ceremony at Castle Garden
Private Japanese Tea Ceremony at Castle Garden
Mon, Dec 8 • 12:30 PM
790-0008, Ehime, Matsuyama, Japan
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Nearby restaurants of Botchan Karakuri Clock

Shirasagi Coffee

Taimeshi Restaurant Akiyoshi

IYO SHOKUDO OTORA

味倉

うなぎ 小椋 道後店

Il Positano

Dogo Inari Sushi Yunoya

Dogo no Machiya

Dogo Uotake

Gansui

Shirasagi Coffee

Shirasagi Coffee

4.1

(225)

Click for details
Taimeshi Restaurant Akiyoshi

Taimeshi Restaurant Akiyoshi

4.0

(178)

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IYO SHOKUDO OTORA

IYO SHOKUDO OTORA

3.9

(183)

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味倉

味倉

3.9

(204)

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Reviews of Botchan Karakuri Clock

4.1
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5.0
1y

The Botchan Karakuri Clock at Dogo Onsen was installed in 1994 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Dogo Onsen’s main building. Inspired by the architectural style of Dogo Onsen’s famous Shirasagikaku tower, the clock displays mechanical figures representing characters from the novel Botchan by Natsume Soseki. These figures come to life with music on the hour, creating a lively display.

Showtimes:

• Regular Schedule: The clock activates hourly between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM. • Special Schedule: On weekends, national holidays, March, April, August, November, and during New Year’s (December 28 to January 5) and Golden Week (May 1 to May 5), it operates every 30 minutes.

Music Themes:

• 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM: Iyo Banzai • Noon to 3:00 PM: Botchan Theme • 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM: Iyo Melody Lullaby Style • Four Times Daily (10:00 AM, Noon, 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM): In This Town

Next to the clock is a foot bath using Dogo Onsen’s hot spring water, which visitors can use free of charge. The Botchan Karakuri Clock offers a unique glimpse into the history and culture of Dogo Onsen, making it a beloved attraction...

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5.0
24w

El Botchan Karakuri Clock es un reloj mecánico fascinante y una de las atracciones más populares de Matsuyama, Japón, especialmente en el área de Dogo Onsen. Aquí te presento algunas cosas y curiosidades sobre este sitio: ¿Qué es y dónde se encuentra? Es un reloj mecánico con autómatas (karakuri) que se activa a ciertas horas. Se encuentra ubicado justo en frente de la Estación de Dogo Onsen en Matsuyama, prefectura de Ehime. Es un punto de referencia muy conocido en la zona. Historia y Origen: Fue construido en 1994 como parte de un proyecto para conmemorar el centenario del edificio principal de Dogo Onsen (Dogo Onsen Honkan), el balneario de aguas termales más antiguo de Japón. Su diseño está inspirado en el Shinrokaku del Dogo Onsen Honkan, una de las torres emblemáticas del balneario. El Espectáculo del Reloj: La principal atracción es su espectáculo mecánico. A ciertas horas del día, el reloj se eleva hasta una altura de 9 metros y sus figuras internas cobran vida. Los personajes que emergen del reloj son de la famosa novela "Botchan" de Soseki Natsume. Esta novela, muy querida en Japón, está ambientada en Matsuyama y Dogo Onsen tiene un papel importante en ella. Los personajes se mueven al ritmo de la música, recreando escenas de la novela. El espectáculo tiene lugar cada hora entre las 8:00 y las 22:00. Sin embargo, en fines de semana, días festivos y periodos de alta afluencia (como marzo, abril, agosto, noviembre, la Semana Dorada y Año Nuevo), las actuaciones pueden ser cada 30 minutos. Curiosidades y Cosas Interesantes: Homenaje a "Botchan": Es un tributo directo a la novela de Soseki Natsume, lo que lo convierte en un punto de interés para los amantes de la literatura japonesa. Baño de pies gratuito (Ashiyu): Justo al lado del reloj, hay un baño de pies público y gratuito alimentado por las aguas termales de Dogo Onsen. Es un lugar perfecto para relajarse y disfrutar del espectáculo del reloj al mismo tiempo. Funciona desde las 6:00 hasta las 23:00. Ambiente y Entorno: El reloj está ubicado en un área animada con tiendas, casas de té y el famoso Dogo Onsen a poca distancia. Iluminación Nocturna: Por la noche, el reloj se ilumina, ofreciendo un encanto diferente y creando una atmósfera pintoresca para los fotógrafos. Popularidad Local: Es un lugar muy querido tanto por los turistas como por los lugareños, y a menudo se congregan multitudes para ver la actuación del reloj. En resumen, el Botchan Karakuri Clock no es solo un reloj, sino una pieza de ingeniería artística que celebra la literatura y la historia local, ofreciendo un espectáculo encantador y un lugar de relajación en el corazón...

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4.0
34w

This mechanical clock performs every 30 mins and many people will be waiting outside for it to perform. It seems that different music will be played during different time slots, it changes around once every 2 hours.

Maybe because of the crowd I almost cannot hear any music coming from the clock when it is performing. Another reason could be because it is close to the road, the music is muffled by the engine sound. The music is instrumental so it could easily be overwhelmed by loud noise.

Interesting fact: it shares the same name as the steam train that goes between Dogo Onsen station and Matsuyama-shi station.

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hj CiaoCIAOhj CiaoCIAO
The Botchan Karakuri Clock at Dogo Onsen was installed in 1994 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Dogo Onsen’s main building. Inspired by the architectural style of Dogo Onsen’s famous Shirasagikaku tower, the clock displays mechanical figures representing characters from the novel Botchan by Natsume Soseki. These figures come to life with music on the hour, creating a lively display. Showtimes: • Regular Schedule: The clock activates hourly between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM. • Special Schedule: On weekends, national holidays, March, April, August, November, and during New Year’s (December 28 to January 5) and Golden Week (May 1 to May 5), it operates every 30 minutes. Music Themes: • 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM: Iyo Banzai • Noon to 3:00 PM: Botchan Theme • 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM: Iyo Melody Lullaby Style • Four Times Daily (10:00 AM, Noon, 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM): In This Town Next to the clock is a foot bath using Dogo Onsen’s hot spring water, which visitors can use free of charge. The Botchan Karakuri Clock offers a unique glimpse into the history and culture of Dogo Onsen, making it a beloved attraction among tourists.
De Xing OngDe Xing Ong
This mechanical clock performs every 30 mins and many people will be waiting outside for it to perform. It seems that different music will be played during different time slots, it changes around once every 2 hours. Maybe because of the crowd I almost cannot hear any music coming from the clock when it is performing. Another reason could be because it is close to the road, the music is muffled by the engine sound. The music is instrumental so it could easily be overwhelmed by loud noise. Interesting fact: it shares the same name as the steam train that goes between Dogo Onsen station and Matsuyama-shi station. Visited on 30 Mar 2025
Tamás MarjánTamás Marján
The clock is very nice and if you had a chance to watch the little show at every 30 mins (?) that is something you dont want to miss. It is about a 2-3 minute performance when the clock moves, open, hidden figures show themselves, etc. Next to it is the tram station that Worth a few mins visit as well.
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The Botchan Karakuri Clock at Dogo Onsen was installed in 1994 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Dogo Onsen’s main building. Inspired by the architectural style of Dogo Onsen’s famous Shirasagikaku tower, the clock displays mechanical figures representing characters from the novel Botchan by Natsume Soseki. These figures come to life with music on the hour, creating a lively display. Showtimes: • Regular Schedule: The clock activates hourly between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM. • Special Schedule: On weekends, national holidays, March, April, August, November, and during New Year’s (December 28 to January 5) and Golden Week (May 1 to May 5), it operates every 30 minutes. Music Themes: • 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM: Iyo Banzai • Noon to 3:00 PM: Botchan Theme • 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM: Iyo Melody Lullaby Style • Four Times Daily (10:00 AM, Noon, 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM): In This Town Next to the clock is a foot bath using Dogo Onsen’s hot spring water, which visitors can use free of charge. The Botchan Karakuri Clock offers a unique glimpse into the history and culture of Dogo Onsen, making it a beloved attraction among tourists.
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This mechanical clock performs every 30 mins and many people will be waiting outside for it to perform. It seems that different music will be played during different time slots, it changes around once every 2 hours. Maybe because of the crowd I almost cannot hear any music coming from the clock when it is performing. Another reason could be because it is close to the road, the music is muffled by the engine sound. The music is instrumental so it could easily be overwhelmed by loud noise. Interesting fact: it shares the same name as the steam train that goes between Dogo Onsen station and Matsuyama-shi station. Visited on 30 Mar 2025
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The clock is very nice and if you had a chance to watch the little show at every 30 mins (?) that is something you dont want to miss. It is about a 2-3 minute performance when the clock moves, open, hidden figures show themselves, etc. Next to it is the tram station that Worth a few mins visit as well.
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Tamás Marján

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