Katahara
Imabari
Popular places to visit
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.
Omishima Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Omishima Museum of Art in Imabari. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops while you're in the area.
Omishima Fuji Park
Explore the great outdoors at Omishima Fuji Park, a lovely green space in Imabari. Wander the marina or discover the area's mountain views.
Hakata-Oshima Bridge
You can learn about the history of Imabari with a visit to Hakata-Oshima Bridge. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Tatara Shimanami Park
Explore the great outdoors at Tatara Shimanami Park, a lovely green space in Imabari. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
Rose Park
Explore the great outdoors at Rose Park, a lovely green space in Imabari. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Things to do
Experience Meditation at Shounji Temple, Takehara Tadanoumi
Takehara Historical Townscape & Rabbit Island
Onomichi and Ikuchijima Island Tour Temples Ropeway and Ferry
Katahara Hotel Deals
Hotel Hichifuku
Imabari Kokusai Hotel
Didn't use the parking, and unfortunately the pool was under renovation while we were there (too bad, it looked awesome), but really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. Front desk staff were excellent (super helpful, pleasant, and professional), rooms were clean and comfortable, Japanese restaurant was ...
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026
Jr Clement Inn Imabari
Old fashioned,
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Toyoko Inn Niihama Ekimae
We only stayed one night as a stop over. Ice was available in Lobby. The location is next to the station.
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025
Shimanami PRIME HOTEL IMABARI
The spa has an amazing view, so clean and such amazing value for money!
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Rihga Royal Hotel Niihama
It is a nice hotel but the location is far away from the JR Niihama station if you are traveling by JR railway.
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026
Other neighborhoods 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 Itoyama Park.
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 Rose Park or Hakata-Oshima Bridge.
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.