The summer heat was almost unbearable. After crossing the historic Iya Vine Bridge, which has stood for over a century, we noticed a sign nearby pointing toward Biwa Waterfall (Biwa-no-taki), just a one-minute walk away. With many visitors heading in the same direction, we decided to follow and check it out. We love visiting waterfalls … Read more
At noon, after an exhilarating zipline experience at the Forest Adventure IYA VALLEY, we rested for a bit before continuing to the next destination: Iya-no-Kazurabashi, the most famous vine bridge in Tokushima’s Iya Valley. If you visit Iya, this is a must-see spot. It is one of Japan’s three great unusual bridges and a suspension … Read more
After taking a sightseeing boat ride through the Oboke Gorge in Miyoshi City, Tokushima Prefecture, to admire the breathtaking rock formations and emerald waters of Oboke and Koboke—one of Japan’s three great hidden scenic spots—we continued our journey to our lunchtime reservation at Forest Adventure IYA VALLEY. This popular Shikoku attraction, has become a must-visit … Read more
After enjoying breakfast at HOTEL ROUTE-INN SHIKOKU CHUO in central Shikoku, we set out for Oboke Gorge Sightseeing Boat in Miyoshi City, Tokushima Prefecture. This attraction offers a chance to marvel at the emerald-green waters and stunning rock formations of Oboke and Koboke, two of Japan’s top three hidden scenic spots. The drive to the … Read more
10 Days and 9 Nights Shikoku Self-Drive Free Trip Night 2: Dinner at Iyo Banri – Kawanoe Main Branch, followed by a stay at HOTEL ROUTE-INN SHIKOKU CHUO On the second evening, we dined at Iyo Banri – Kawanoe Main Branch and enjoyed their famous ‘giant fried chicken leg’. Afterward, we headed to our accommodation, … Read more
Self-Guided 10 Days, 9 Nights Road Trip in Shikoku: Evening of Day 2.After spending the afternoon playing and taking photos at Chichibugahama Beach, we were ready to settle in for the night at Hotel Route-Inn in Ehime Prefecture. Not far from the hotel is the famous Iyo Banri – Kawanoe Main Store (伊予万里 川之江本店) in Shikokuchuo City, … Read more
After seeing the world’s largest Naruto Whirlpools in Tokushima Prefecture, Shikoku, it was already past 3:00 PM. We planned to stay the night at Hotel Route-Inn in Ehime Prefecture, Shikoku. On the way, we made a stop at Chichibugahama Beach in Kagawa Prefecture, Mitoyo City, one of Japan’s Top 100 Sunset Spots. This serene beach … Read more
In Tokushima, Shikoku, the most exciting sight is the world’s largest whirlpools. Viewing them up close from a boat isn’t quite enough—you can also visit ‘Uzu no Michi’ on the Ōnaruto Bridge, where you can look down at the Naruto whirlpools from about 45 meters above, offering a unique perspective. After enjoying the breathtaking views … Read more
After disembarking from the high-speed sightseeing boat, Uzushio Kisen UZUSHIO LINE, our family plans to go to Naruto Park’s “Uzu no Michi,” where we’ll view the Naruto whirlpools from the Naruto Bridge above. Since we’ve already parked, we’d prefer not to move the car again. Looking at the map, we noticed that we’re parked in … Read more
On the morning of the second day of our 10-day, 9-night self-driving trip in Shikoku, we started by visiting the ruins of Takamatsu Castle, one of Japan’s three famous water castles, at Tamamo Park. Afterward, it was time to pick up our rental car for the afternoon drive to the Naruto Strait, where we had … Read more