Mine Topia Besshi: A Hidden Gem in Shikoku Mine Topia Besshi, located in Niihama, Ehime Prefecture, is one of the top three copper mines in Japan and has been transformed into a unique theme park. As a lesser-known destination among foreign tourists, it offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of Besshi Copper Mine. After … Read more
On the third night of our 10-day, 9-night self-drive trip in Shikoku, we explored the Iya area in Miyoshi City, Tokushima Prefecture. Naturally, we chose to stay at the Shin-Iya Onsen Hotel Kazurabashi , so we wouldn’t feel rushed and could enjoy a nighttime visit to the Iya Kazurabashi Bridge. After checking out the nearby … Read more
The Peeing Boy Statue in Iya Valley is a popular photography spot in Tokushima’s Miyoshi City. Since we were on a self-drive trip, it was much easier to reach. After visiting the Iya Vine Bridge and the nearby Biwa Waterfall, we retrieved our car from the parking lot and drove towards the statue, located on … Read more
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