Dogo Onsen and Yukemuri Cafe Experience

Enjoy the Dogo Onsen in Matsuyama and savor these adorable dango treats in a traditional Japanese house. 📍Dogo Yukemuri Cafe (どうごゆけむりかふぇ) • Address: 3-16 Dogo Yunomachi, Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, Japan • Transportation: Located right in front of Dogo Onsen Station (Iyo Railway), about a 1-minute walk • Business Hours: 10:00 AM–8:00 PM (Navitime suggests until 7:40 PM; phone reservations until 6:00 PM) • Closed: Open year-round (may have occasional irregular holidays) • Parking: No dedicated parking; nearby coin parking recommended 🧁 Menu & Prices • Signature Dish – Mitarashi Gelato Freshly grilled warm Mitarashi dango topped with a scoop of cold gelato. Set price: approximately 800 yen. According to the cafe's blog, it’s described as "chewy and the Mitarashi sauce is rich." • Colorful Yukemuri Dango Two-piece set with four types of cream toppings, priced at about 400 yen. • Yukemuri Dango Parfait One piece for 300 yen, featuring various cream flavors like strawberry, matcha, and chocolate. • Gelato Various flavors of gelato, including "Yukemuri Gelato" (double scoop starting at 500 yen). • Other Desserts Oyaki (おやき) for 400 yen, along with juices and other beverages. ⸻ 🍨 Special Menu: Mitarashi Gelato • Highlighted as the "most popular new menu item" on blogs and social media. • A delightful combination of warm Mitarashi dango and cold gelato. • Blogger review: "Freshly grilled chewy dango with rich Mitarashi sauce, topped with cold gelato—experience a variety of temperatures and textures in one bite." • Perfect for Instagram-worthy photos and aesthetic blogs. ⸻ 🏡 Atmosphere & Seating • Exterior: Renovated from a 120-year-old traditional house, offering a warm and retro vibe. • Second-floor seating: Relax while overlooking Matsuyama Park; features a picturesque windmill decoration. • First-floor takeaway counter: Ideal for a stroll and pairs well with outdoor photo spots. ⸻ 🕒 Tips & Notes • Peak hours: Lines tend to form between 2–3 PM, so visiting in the morning or evening is recommended. • Phone reservations: Indoor seating is first-come, first-served; reservations are not accepted. • Payment methods: Cards, AMEX, and QR payments are accepted. • Recommended walking route: Dogo Onsen Main Building → Karakuri Clock → Yukemuri Cafe → Dogo Park for a leisurely stroll. • Seasonal tips: Opt for the refreshing gelato set in summer, and popular cream dango menu items in spring and autumn!