Shikoku Travel Information
A Pilgrimage around Shikoku Island (Ohenro) Some 1200 years ago, Kobo Daishi established 88 holy places(temples) scattered around Shikoku Island to free people from their suffering. Going on a pilgrimage to these temples is said to remove earthly desires and answer prayers, which is why many pilgrims visit these sacred locations. A pilgrimage around Shikoku …
Shimanto River The longest river in Shikoku, running through the western section of Kochi prefecture. Shimanto River has been called the last clear stream in Japan because no large dams or other similar facilities have been built on its main course, enabling the river to preserve its pristine water quality. Shimanto River, also known as …
Islands in the Seto Inland Sea The Seto Inland Sea is surrounded by the major Japanese island of Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu. There are a large number of smaller islands in this inland sea that vary in size, such as Shodoshima Island, Naoshima Island, and Ohmishima Island, and each has its own distinct attractions and …
lyakei Ravine A steep V-shaped valley in Tokushima Prefecture that extends for 10 kilometers(6.2miles). The valley is studded with houses that look as if they are clinging to the base of mountains. There are suspension bridges made from kazura (a type of vine) in the area built to straddle the valley and connect villages. Discover …
Matsuyama Castle The main keep of Matsuyama Castle is located on top of the 132- meter (433-feet) Mt. Katsuyama in Matsuyama City, Prefecture. The Keep can be reached by an aerial tramway. Twenty-one existing structures of the castle, including the castle tower, are designated as nationally important cultural assets. Matsuyama Castle, located in Matsuyama City, …