Popular places to visit
Imabari Ichihiro
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Imabari Ichihiro during your travels in Imabari. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
Imabari Castle
Learn about the local history of Imabari when you spend time at Imabari Castle. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.
Oyamazumi Shrine
Oyamazumi Shrine is just one of the places to see in Imabari, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area.
Kurushima Strait Bridge
You can find out about the history of Imabari with a stop at Kurushima Strait Bridge. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.
Murakami Suigun Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Murakami Suigun Museum during your trip to Imabari. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Omishima Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Omishima Museum of Art during your trip to Imabari. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops while you're in the area.
Things to do
Experience Meditation at Shounji Temple, Takehara Tadanoumi
Onomichi and Ikuchijima Island Tour Temples Ropeway and Ferry
Takehara Historical Townscape & Rabbit Island
Top hotels in Katahara
Imabari Kokusai Hotel
Grand hotel, large room, fantastic view, spotlessly clean, helpful staff.Outdoor onsen is lovely and zen garden beautiful.
Reviewed on 6 Nov, 2025
Jr Clement Inn Imabari
The room was modern and cosy, it was clean, you could also have you bike in your room. Two bikes would be a stretch, but one fits perfectly. The hotel is located right next to the station and the shimanami bike rental. The staff was very welcoming and nice. Coffee and Soft drinks were free as ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2025
Shimanami PRIME HOTEL IMABARI
On site onsen wonderful particularly after a full day cycling
Reviewed on 12 Nov, 2025
Hotel Route Inn Imabari
We loved the beautiful onsen spa!
Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2025
Hotel HORAIRE Saijo
the hotel is place just near the jr station that made a good point
Reviewed on 19 Aug, 2025
HOTEL OASIS - Adults Only
My favorite
Reviewed on 7 Oct, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Katahara
Obe
Obe is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Imabari area, you might plan a trip to Kurushima Strait Bridge or Imabari Castle.
Miyakubo
Miyakubo is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Imabari area, you might plan a trip to Hakata-Oshima Bridge or Murakami Suigun Museum.
Kanoura
Visitors to Kanoura like its beaches and parks, and Hakata Beach is a sight worth a stop.
Miyaura
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Miyaura. You might want to make time for a stop at Omishima Museum of Art or Omishima Fuji Park.
Inokuchi
Inokuchi is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Imabari area, you might plan a trip to Tatara Shimanami Park or Omishima Fuji Park.
