[Shikoku] The old Matsuyama streetcar

#railway #松山市 Matsuyama Electric is one of the main means of transportation in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, and is operated by Iyo Railway Company. This streetcar system connects various important locations in Matsuyama City, including business districts, residential areas, and tourist attractions. Songshan Electric Power not only provides convenient transportation services to local residents, but also attracts many tourists to experience its unique charm. A major feature of Matsuyama City is the Young Master Train, a retro-style sightseeing train. The design of the Young Master train was inspired by Natsume Soseki's novel "The Young Master". The "matchbox-like train" the protagonist rides in the novel is the prototype of this train. The Young Master train attracts many tourists with its nostalgic appearance and unique riding experience. The train is powered by a diesel engine and is equipped with smoke effects that simulate a steam locomotive, transporting passengers back to the Meiji era. There are many famous attractions along Songshan Municipal Line. Here are a few of them worth visiting: ⭐️Matsuyama Castle: This castle is located in the center of Matsuyama and is one of the twelve existing castles in Japan. Visitors can take a cable car or walk up to the castle to enjoy panoramic views of Matsuyama City. ⭐️Dogo Onsen: This is one of the oldest hot springs in Japan, famous for its healing hot spring water and traditional Japanese architecture. The Dogo Onsen Main Building is a landmark building here, attracting countless tourists to experience it. ⭐️Sakagami No Cloud Museum: This museum displays historical artifacts related to Natsume Soseki and the Akiyama brothers. It is a good place to learn about the history and culture of Matsuyama City