Shikoku
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Naruto Whirlpools: Nature’s Spectacular Water Dance
Witness the spectacular Naruto Whirlpools, one of the world’s largest tidal whirlpools in Tokushima’s Naruto Strait. Complete guide to optimal viewing times, cruise experiences, and understanding this magnificent natural phenomenon.
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Dogo Onsen Travel Guide | Japan’s Oldest Hot Spring
Nestled in the heart of Matsuyama City, Dogo Onsen is one of Japan’s most legendary hot springs, with a history that stretches back over 1,000 years. This atmospheric onsen town blends timeless charm with literary fame—it inspired the setting of Natsume Soseki’s beloved novel Botchan, and its grand wooden bathhouse, Dogo Onsen Honkan, is a…
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Matsuyama Castle Travel Guide | History, Views & Tips
Explore Matsuyama Castle in Ehime, one of Japan’s few remaining original castles. This 2026 guide covers its history, how to visit via ropeway, highlights of the wooden keep, and tips for your Shikoku journey.
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Iya Valley Travel Guide
Discover the remote Iya Valley in Tokushima, Japan. This 2026 guide covers the Kazurabashi vine bridge, cliffside hot springs, scenic gorges, and essential travel tips for exploring one of Japan’s last hidden regions.
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Kazurabashi Vine Bridge Guide | Cross Japan’s Wildest Bridge
What is Kazurabashi? Deep in the heart of Tokushima’s Iya Valley, a mysterious vine bridge stretches across a rushing mountain stream. Known as Kazurabashi, this handwoven suspension bridge is made from hardy vines called shirakuchi-kazura and spans 45 meters across a gorge, suspended 14 meters above the water. Originally built hundreds of years ago by…
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Shimanami Kaido Cycling Guide
Want to cycle across islands, bridges, and endless sea views? Welcome to the Shimanami Kaido — Japan’s most scenic cycling route. Stretching around 70 kilometers, this incredible path connects Onomichi in Hiroshima Prefecture to Imabari in Ehime, hopping across six small islands via beautifully engineered suspension bridges. Whether you’re an experienced cyclist or just looking…
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The Nature’s Great Whirlpools
Naruto is located in Tokushima Prefecture in Shikoku, and famous for the great whirlpools. Find out how to best observe these interesting natural phenomena!
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Naoshima | a Paradise for Contemporary Art
Naoshima is also known as ‘art island’, which is no wonder because some of Japan’s most famous art works can be found here. Learn more about this interesting destination in Japan!
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Kochi | Prosperous Agriculture and Beautiful Nature
Kochi is a major city in Shikoku, one of Japan’s lesser-known islands. But it is very much worth a visit with an original castle, a beautiful beach, and more!
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Takamatsu | the Transportation Hub of Shikoku
Takamatsu is home to Japan’s largest garden, Ritsurin-Koen. This garden is a fine example of landscaping, borrowing the pine-clad scenery of Mt. Shiun and making it a part of the garden.
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Tokushima famous for the Awa Odori dance and the Nature’s Whirlpools
Tokushima City is the capital of Tokushima Prefecture in Shikoku, and there are two reasons to go here; the Naruto whirlpools and the Awa Odori dance festival. Learn more about these attractions!
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Iya Valley, Tokushima | A Secluded Place Surrounded by Mountains
The Iya Valley region is a scenic area known for its dramatic mountain valleys and old vine bridges. Find out more about this hidden mountain region in Japan!