5D4N Route: Shikoku Tour

You can choose between a large or a small sightseeing boat. The large one has a diameter of 20 meters. You can see the spectacular whirlpools of the Naruto Strait from a very close distance.

A hall dedicated for watching the Awa Odori performance. (250 seats) You can watch the dynamic Awa Odori from a very close distance. Furthermore, the Bizan Ropeway connects the Awa Odori Festival Hall and the peak of Mt. Bizan.

A hot spring located in Iya valley—one of Japan's 3 most secluded places. You can enjoy soaking in an open-air bath while admiring the old-growth forest and feeling the openness.

This statue is placed there by a sculptor from Tokushima in 1968. There is a legend that says that in the past, children and travelers used to test their courage by urinating where the statue is now.

An precious bridge that is 45 meters long, 14 meters above water, and made with 6 tons of knitted vines. At night, the light-up gives it a mystical feel.

Kochi Castle is the symbol of Kochi. It is the only castle where the honmaru (main enclosure) is completely preserved. In the surrounding area, there are many restaurants that serve local Kochi cuisine.

This beach is a representative scenic spot of Kochi. The scenery of the pine forest and the sea in harmony is the highlight. The surrounding area is Katsurahama Park, and there are aquarium and other tourist facilities there.

Nikobuchi is part of the Edagawa River, which is a tributary of the Niyodo River. This stream pool is famous for its water's transparency. The water is so beautiful and clear that a color, "Niyodo Blue," is named after it.

One of the top three karsts of Japan. The prairies and limestones that can only be seen in karsts are spectacular. The tranquil scenery of cows grazing on the fields here is very healing.

The vast and green prairie makes this place perfect for driving. Milk-en sells ice creams, puddings, and cheese cakes that are made with fresh milk produced in the ranch.

A hot spring that is said to be one of the oldest in Japan. Right outside of the Dogo Onsen Station is a bustling tourist spot that has marionette clock and free footbath.

This castle is the symbol of Matsuyama, and it is well-preserved in its original form. It was built to be great at both offense and defense. From the ropeway, you can overlook the greens around the Matsuyama Castle.

A national park. From the panoramic observatory, you can see a panorama of Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge, which is the first three-successive suspension bridges in the world; the tide; and Mt. Ishizuchi.

It has been worshipped the God of Sea since ancient times, and is said to be effective for praying for good haul and prosperous business. On the two sides of the approach, there are souvenir shops and udon restaurants.

A popular sanuki udon restaurant that also has branches in other places such as Tokyo. The udon is thin but firm and the flavor of the broth matches it in perfect harmony.

This garden is the largest of the national cultural property gardens. It has around 300 years of history, and the sight of the beautiful Kaiyu-style garden with its 6 ponds and 13 artificial hills is a spectacle.