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Satsuma: A Traditional Local Dish of Ehime
Have you ever heard of Satsuma? It is one of the traditional dishes enjoyed in Ehime prefecture. It is a savoury fish-based dish made with grilled fish, sesa... -
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Nakayama Chestnuts: Among Japan’s Top Three Chestnuts
Nakayama is famous for its beautiful countryside, rich natural surroundings and above all, its delicious chestnuts. Every autumn, the town welcomes chestnut ... -
food
Shikoku Food: an Insider’s Guide to the Best Shikoku Cuisine
Discover the authentic flavors of Japan's hidden island with our insider’s Shikoku food guide. Explore must-try local specialties and plan your culinary adventure today! -
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What is Shugendō? Mountain Practice in Plain Language
The practice of Shugendō produces some of the most otherworldly images Shikoku and Japan have to offer, as white-clad practitioners scale sacred peaks. -
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Shikoku Cycling: The Best Off-the-Beaten-Path Cycling Trip in Japan
Go beyond the Shimanami Kaido. Discover Shikoku’s cycling routes—Shikoku Karst, Shimanto River and Pacific capes—plus seasons, logistics and guided tours. -
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Matsuyama Castle: A Majestic Fortress in the Heart of Matsuyama
Explore the story of Matsuyama Castle, a beloved Shikoku symbol and its transition from a symbol of samurai power to Ehime's most beloved attraction. -
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Temple 3, Konsen-ji: the Temple of the Golden Spring
Amidst idyllic rural scenes, the sound of the temple bell and the smell of incense gradually grows stronger until you arrive at Temple 3, Konsen-ji. -
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Temple 2, Gokuraku-ji: the Temple of Perfect Bliss
Just off a busy prefectural highway, a brilliant vermillion gate leads into an oasis of calm. Welcome to Gokuraku-ji, Temple 2 of the Shikoku Pilgrimage. -
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Yashima: Discover the Magic of Takamatsu’s Historic Mountain
The north peak of Yashima, as seen from the south. The north peak of Yashima, as seen from the south. Mt. Yashima, the anvil-shaped mesa that stretches out o... -
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Biwa Falls: A Hidden Waterfall with a Samurai Legend
Tucked away in the misty mountains of Tokushima, Biwa Falls is the kind of place that makes you feel as though you have stepped into a movie.Located in the r...
