Shikoku
Shikoku is an area made up the four prefectures of Tokushima, Kagawa, Ehime, and Kochi. It's surrounded by sea and mountains, and it's an area where you can fully enjoy the bright sunshine and lush nature. The transparent ocean, the clear water and air, the lush mountains and babbling rivers come together to greet visitors.
In recent years, there has been a rise in foreign tourists challenging the Shikoku Pilgrimage so it's becoming known as a spiritual island. There are many places to enjoy nature, including the Naruto whirlpools in Tokushima that are considered to be some of the biggest in the world; Ritsurin Garden in Kagawa, a garden with 3 Michelin stars that's registered as a National Site of Scenic Beauty; Ehime's Dogo Onsenkyo, one of Japan's oldest hot spring regions; and Kochi's Shimanto River, said to be Japan's last clear stream. Because Shikoku is blessed with both ocean and mountains, there are many special Shikoku products, such as sudachi (type of citrus) and Naruto Kintoki sweet potatoes from Tokushima; a large variety of mandarin oranges from Ehime; sanuki udon from Kagawa, where you can enjoy an eating tour; and seared tuna, a gorgeous meal traditionally made by fishermen in Kochi that has a fun warayaki (grilled in straw) performance. You can enjoy delicious food all throughout the year. In the summer, they hold what is called Shikoku's two biggest festivals, the Awa-Odori in Tokushima and the Yosakoi Matsuri in Kochi, so it's a great time to visit since the cities will be very lively.
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Shikoku×Sightseeing
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Shikoku×Food
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Top 5 Recommended Shops for Savoring Shikoku’s Local Specialty Dishes
2018.03.01
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5 Recommended Shops for Seafood in Shikoku
2017.07.13
Shikoku×Shopping
Shikoku×Hotels
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Booking.com
Top 5 Hotels in Shikoku with Superb Views
2018.05.17
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Check Here For a Budget-Friendly Stay! 5 Business Hotels in Shikoku with Good Reviews
2017.07.20
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Highly Praised on Review Sites! 5 Recommended Hotels in Shikoku
2017.07.13
Shikoku×Tips & Manners
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Know This to Fully Enjoy Your Trip! Basic Information About Shikoku
2017.07.13
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Easy to Understand Even For Beginners! A Guide to Joining the Shikoku Pilgrimage
2017.07.13
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Goldmine of Food! 5 Must-Try Local Dishes in Nature-Rich Shikoku Region
2017.07.13