Awaodori traditional dance festival in Tokushima, Japan

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The Shikoku region is made up of the prefectures of kagawa, Tokushima, Ehime and Kochi.

  • Naruto Whirlpools: Nature’s Spectacular Water Dance

    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.

  • Dogo Onsen Travel Guide | Japan’s Oldest Hot Spring

    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,…

  • Matsuyama Castle Travel Guide | History, Views & Tips

    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.

  • Iya Valley Travel Guide

    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.

  • Shimanami Kaido Cycling Guide

    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…

  • The Nature’s Great Whirlpools

    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!

  • Naoshima | a Paradise for Contemporary Art

    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!

  • Kochi | Prosperous Agriculture and Beautiful Nature

    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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