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# Shikoku Tours - Real Japan, Real Adventure

Shikoku's leading tour provider. We offer a range of preplanned tours, based on years of experience.

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## 投稿

- [Blog](https://shikokutours.com/blogs/)
- [Ozu Castle: Step Into Samurai History](https://shikokutours.com/ozu-castle/) - Discover Ozu Castle, Ehime's hidden historical gem. Explore Japan's rare wooden reconstructed castle, samurai history, historic town, and unique castle stays.
- [Matsuyama Castle: A Majestic Fortress in the Heart of Matsuyama](https://shikokutours.com/matsuyama-castle/) - 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.
- [Garyu Sanso: Kyoto Without the Crowds](https://shikokutours.com/garyu-sanso/) - Hidden in the castle town of Ozu, Ehime, Garyu Sanso is a Meiji-era villa where a cliffside teahouse, a borrowed-scenery garden and the Hijikawa River meet.
- [Biwa Falls: A Hidden Waterfall with a Samurai Legend](https://shikokutours.com/biwa-falls/) - Hidden in Tokushima's Iya Valley, Biwa Falls pairs a 40-metre cascade with a Heike samurai legend — a short walk from the famous Kazurabashi vine bridge.
- [Yashima: Discover the Magic of Takamatsu’s Historic Mountain](https://shikokutours.com/yashima/) - Mt. Yashima, the anvil-shaped mesa that stretches out over the horizon across the bay from downtown Takamatsu, is one of Shikoku's most iconic sites.
- [Temple 2, Gokuraku-ji: the Temple of Perfect Bliss](https://shikokutours.com/gokuraku-ji/) - 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.
- [Temple 3, Konsen-ji: the Temple of the Golden Spring](https://shikokutours.com/konsen-ji/) - 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.
- [Kochi Castle: Samurai History and Serene Gardens](https://shikokutours.com/kochi-castle/) - Explore Kochi Castle, one of Japan's best-preserved samurai fortresses. Discover rich Tosa history, seasonal gardens, and artifacts.
- [Discovering the Konpira Grand Theatre](https://shikokutours.com/discovering-konpira-grand-theatre/) - Discover the history and magic of Konpira Grand Theatre in Kagawa, Japan’s oldest Kabuki hall. Experience authentic Edo-period Kabuki among cherry blossoms.
- [Experience Awa Odori, Tokushima's Legendary Dance Festival](https://shikokutours.com/awa-odori-festival/) - Discover the vibrant Tokushima Awa Odori Festival. Learn about its 400-year history, energetic dance troupes, and essential tips for first-time visitors.
- [Shikoku Food: an Insider's Guide to the Best Shikoku Cuisine](https://shikokutours.com/shikoku-food/) - 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!
- [Japan's Largest Sunday Market: 4 Reasons to Visit Kochi](https://shikokutours.com/kochi-sunday-market/) - Japan's biggest Sunday market stretches 1.3km through Kochi — 300+ stalls of handmade goods, yuzu juice, and country sushi, with 300 years behind it.
- [Katsuo no Tataki: Kochi's Straw-Seared Bonito — History, Culture, and Recipe](https://shikokutours.com/katsuo-no-tatak/) - Shikoku is known for its mountains, rivers, and slow, g
- [1,363 Steps to Konpira-san: Kagawa's Shrine of Sea and Ghosts](https://shikokutours.com/kotohira-gu/) - Climb the 1,363 stone steps of Kotohira-gu in Kagawa, where sailors pray to the sea god Ōmononushi, Edo masterpieces hang, and a vengeful emperor sleeps.
- [Shimanto River: Japan's Last Clear Stream in Rural Shikoku](https://shikokutours.com/shimanto-river/) - Discover the Shimanto River in Shikoku, Japan's last clear stream. Cross its famous sinking bridges, canoe still water, and taste local ayu and unagi.
- [The Closest Thing to Time Travel in Japan: A Perfect Day in Uchiko](https://shikokutours.com/uchiko-yokaichi-gokoku/) - Explore Uchiko's Yokaichi-Gokoku Historic District near Matsuyama, Ehime, with a 1-day itinerary of Edo-era streets, the wax museum, and artisan shops.
- [The 300-Year-Old Saijo Festival in Ehime](https://shikokutours.com/saijo-festival/) - Discover the 300-year-old Saijo Festival in Ehime. Learn about the 150+ danjiri floats, powerful taiko drums, and the thrilling Kamogawa River crossing.
- [Experience the Iya Valley: Mountain Offerings and Local Tea](https://shikokutours.com/iya-valley-offering-experience/) - At a quiet farmhouse tucked deep in the mountains of the Iya Valley, a local family welcomes visitors to participate in cherished spiritual traditions.
- [Explore Japan’s Hidden Gem: Shikoku Seiyo Geopark in Ehime Prefecture](https://shikokutours.com/shikoku-seiyo-geopark/) - Discover the Shikoku Seiyo Geopark, a stunning natural
- [Hidden Cherry Blossom Gems in Seiyo, Ehime](https://shikokutours.com/seiyo-blossom-spot/) - Looking for a peaceful sakura experience? Explore 4 unique cherry blossom spots in Seiyo, Ehime, from historic Zen temples to mountain passes overlooking the blue Uwa Sea.
- [Waterfall Training and Misogi in Shikoku](https://shikokutours.com/misogi/) - Ryōkei Kume, a priest at Tokushima’s Konji-ji temple, has guided visitors through takigyō (waterfall training) for over twenty years, even in the freezing cold.
- [What is Shugendō? Mountain Practice in Plain Language](https://shikokutours.com/shugendo/) - The practice of Shugendō produces some of the most otherworldly images Shikoku and Japan have to offer, as white-clad practitioners scale sacred peaks.
- [Purifying Fire: the Goma Offering Ritual](https://shikokutours.com/goma/) - Explore the Goma, or Fire Offering Service, an impressive multisensory ritual experience central to Japan's Shingon esoteric Buddhist tradition.
- [The Ultimate Shikoku Road Trip Itinerary｜7-Day Guide to Temples, Coastlines, and Local Food](https://shikokutours.com/shikoku-itinerary/) - Discover the ultimate Shikoku Road Trip with our complete 7-day itinerary. Explore hidden gems, historic temples, and scenic drives with our expert tips on car rentals and private drivers.
- [Shinto Rituals Explained: How to Visit a Shrine in Japan](https://shikokutours.com/shinto-rituals-explained/) - This guide explains the basics of Shinto shrine etiquette so you can visit shrines with confidence and respect, and get the most out of your visit.
- [Japanese Spirituality: Shinto, Buddhism, and Beyond in Shikoku](https://shikokutours.com/japanese-spirituality-shikoku/) - A sense of meeting nature flows through Japanese spirituality and tradition. In Shikoku, it's a living experience, open to those willing to step into it.
- [Indigo Dyeing in Tokushima, the Heartland of Japan Blue](https://shikokutours.com/tokushima-indigo-dyeing/) - Join us for a dive into the history of Awa’s love affair with indigo, a living tradition with Japan’s distinctive approach to craftsmanship at its heart.
- [Iya Valley Kazura Vine Bridge: Cross Japan's Most Thrilling Bridge](https://shikokutours.com/kazura-vine-bridge/) - Cross Shikoku's famous Iya Valley Kazura Vine Bridge. Discover its history, Heike legend, breathtaking scenery, and the best time to visit this hidden gem.
- [Meditation in Shikoku's Temple of Wisdom, Chikurin-ji](https://shikokutours.com/meditation-in-shikoku-chikurinji/) - Meditation in Shikoku; center yourself with meditation and calligraphy at Chikurin-ji Temple 31, guided by expert guides from Shikoku Tours.
- [Ritsurin Garden: A Living Masterpiece of Every Season](https://shikokutours.com/ritsurin-garden/) - Explore Ritsurin Garden in Takamatsu through every season — from spring cherry blossoms to winter plum blooms.
- [Hirome Market Guide: Kochi's Food Paradise](https://shikokutours.com/hirome-market/) - Whether on the east or west coast, Kochi cuisine captivates travelers, and the place where you can taste it all is Hirome Market in Kochi Prefecture.
- [Mt. Ishizuchi: Western Shikoku's Holy Mountain](https://shikokutours.com/mt-ishizuchi-western-shikokus-holy-mountain/) - Trace the cultural, material, and spiritual bounty of Mt. Ishizuchi, Shikoku's highest peak, from explosive origins to modern traditions.
- [Adventure Travel in Japan: Discover Shikoku](https://shikokutours.com/adventure-travel-japan/) - Discover sacred mountains, pure rivers, and living traditions through premium tours on Shikoku, the frontier of adventure travel in Japan.
- [Shikoku Pilgrimage Cost: A Planning Guide for a Meaningful Journey](https://shikokutours.com/shikoku-pilgrimage-cost/) - How much does the Shikoku 88-Temple Pilgrimage really cost? See budget, mid-range, & managed travel expenses, plus current daily spending and money tips for overseas travelers.
- [Temple 11, Fujii-dera ](https://shikokutours.com/temple-11-fujii-dera/) - Nestled at the foot of the lush southern mountains of t
- [Shikoku Cycling: The Best Off-the-Beaten-Path Cycling Trip in Japan](https://shikokutours.com/shikoku-cycling/) - When people think of Japan’s most iconic cycling route,
- [Temple 12, Shosan-ji](https://shikokutours.com/temple-12-shosan-ji/) - The challenge of the long mountain path to Shosan-ji ma
- [Temple 20, Kakurin-ji  ](https://shikokutours.com/temple-20-kakurin-ji/) - Kakurin-ji, the Crane Grove Temple, is situated in a qu
- [Temple 21, Tairyu-ji  ](https://shikokutours.com/temple-21-tairyu-ji/) - Tucked away on a towering mountaintop, Tairyu-ji is one
- [Temple 1, Ryozen-ji](https://shikokutours.com/temple-1-ryozen-ji/) - Located in Naruto, Tokushima, Ryozen-ji’s imposing temp
- [Temple 6, Anraku-ji](https://shikokutours.com/temple-6-anraku-ji/) - Anraku-ji, Temple 6 of the Shikoku Pilgrimage, is the m
- [Temple 24, Hotsumisaki-ji](https://shikokutours.com/temple-24-hotsumisaki-ji/) - Hotsumisaki-ji, “The Temple of the Most Holy Peninsula,
- [Temple 27, Konomine-ji and Konomine Shrine](https://shikokutours.com/temple-27-konomine-ji-and-konomine-shrine/) - Konomine-ji, the Temple of the Divine Peak, clings to a
- [Temple 31 Chikurin-ji  ](https://shikokutours.com/temple-31-chikurin-ji/) - Inspired by a dream and funded by samurai lords, Kochi
- [Temple 44, Daiho-ji ](https://shikokutours.com/temple-44-daiho-ji/) - With origins stretching back to the earliest days of Bu
- [Temple 51, Ishite-ji](https://shikokutours.com/temple-51-ishite-ji/) - Situated near Japan’s oldest hot spring in Matsuyama Ci
- [Temple 45, Iwaya-ji](https://shikokutours.com/temple-45-iwaya-ji/) - Clinging to cave-pocked cliffs high in the Kuma Mountai

## 固定ページ

- [TOP](https://shikokutours.com/) - Our Tours Our tours are carefully crafted to facilitate
- [About Shikoku](https://shikokutours.com/about-shikoku/) - Explore Shikoku’s islands, mountains, local food and living traditions, and find highlights of Ehime, Kagawa, Kochi and Tokushima to plan your trip.
- [Our Guides](https://shikokutours.com/our-guides/) - Meet Shikoku Tours' local guides and English-speaking drivers—passionate hosts who share Shikoku's history, pilgrimage trails, and hidden local spots.
- [What Our Travellers Say](https://shikokutours.com/reviews/) - Read real reviews from travellers who explored Shikoku with us: heartfelt messages about private tours, local food, hidden spots and unforgettable days.
- [About Shikoku Tours](https://shikokutours.com/about-us/) - Our story In 2020, Shikoku Tours joined the All Ni
- [Sample Itineraries](https://shikokutours.com/sample-itineraries/)
- [Bicycle Rentals and Tours](https://shikokutours.com/bicycle-rentals-tours/) - Shikoku: Japan's Cycling Paradise Shikoku is home to so
- [FAQ](https://shikokutours.com/faq/) - FAQ What is Shikoku Tours? Shikoku Tours Co., Ltd. is a
- [Terms & Conditions](https://shikokutours.com/terms-and-conditions/) - Terms and Conditions Cancellation Policy If you want to
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## Multi-Day Tours

- [Henro Hiking Tour: Selected Walks on the Shikoku Pilgrimage](https://shikokutours.com/trip/shikoku-pilgrimage-hiking-tour/) - Explore the wildest sections and most isolated temples of the 88 Temple Pilgrimage with expert guides on this Henro hiking tour.
- [Guided Walking Pilgrimage Tour in Tokushima](https://shikokutours.com/trip/walking-pilgrimage-tour-in-tokushima/) - Walk the traditional Henro route to the first 23 sacred sites of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage on this Guided Walking Pilgrimage Tour.
- [Unique Accommodation of Shikoku](https://shikokutours.com/trip/unique-accommodation-of-shikoku/) - OverviewItineraryInclusionsFAQsMap Overview Immerse you
- [Shikoku Pilgrimage Tour: Selected Temples by Private Car](https://shikokutours.com/trip/shikoku-pilgrimage-tour-private-car/) - OverviewItineraryInclusionsFAQsMap Shikoku Pilgrimage T
- [Shikoku Outdoor Adventure Tour](https://shikokutours.com/trip/shikoku-outdoor-adventure/) - The Shikoku Outdoor Adventure Tour has it all—cycling, hiking, and paddling, cultural immersion in stately shrines, and unforgettable accommodations.
- [Shikoku Castles and Culture](https://shikokutours.com/trip/shikoku-castles-and-culture-tour/) - OverviewItineraryInclusionsFAQsMap Overview Among Japan
- [Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage Tour by Private Car](https://shikokutours.com/trip/88-temple-pilgrimage-tour/) - Complete the entire Shikoku Henro by comfortable private taxi on our 88 Temple Pilgrimage Tour, visiting sacred sites scattered across the island of Shikoku.
- [Roots of Japanese Spirituality in Eastern Shikoku](https://shikokutours.com/trip/roots-of-japanese-spirituality-in-eastern-shikoku/) - Experience the layers of Japanese spirituality, where ancient forms of nature reverence continue to shape living traditions of prayer, practice, and pilgrimage.
- [Mount Ishizuchi Tour: Flowing from Sea to Summit](https://shikokutours.com/trip/mount-ishizuchi-tour-flowing-from-sea-to-summit/) - Flow up and down sacred Mount Ishizuchi, tracing its influence on spirituality, craft, and cuisine through firsthand experiences this unforgettable tour.
- [Luxury Accommodation of Shikoku](https://shikokutours.com/trip/luxury-accommodation-of-shikoku/) - OverviewItineraryInclusionsFAQsMap Overview Immerse you
- [88 Temple Pilgrimage Tour by Private Car (with Mt. Koya)](https://shikokutours.com/trip/88-temple-pilgrimage-tour-koya/) - Complete the entire Shikoku Henro by comfortable private taxi on our 88 Temple Pilgrimage Tour. Finish the journey the traditional way with a visit to Mt. Koya.
- [Essential Shikoku Sights by Private Car](https://shikokutours.com/trip/essential-shikoku-sights-by-private-car/) - Take in the essential Shikoku sights, from elegant gardens to vibrant streetscapes, and immerse yourself in Japanese culture on this six-day tour.

## Pilgrimage

- [Origins of the Shikoku Pilgrimage, Japan's Spiritual Odyssey](https://shikokutours.com/shikoku-pilgrimage/shikoku-pilgrimage-origins/) - While its the legendary origins of the Shikoku Pilgrimage center on the monk Kūkai, who lived in the 9th century, its roots stretch back even further.
- [The Shikoku Pilgrimage: Where to Start and How to Proceed](https://shikokutours.com/shikoku-pilgrimage/doing-the-pilgrimage/) - The Shikoku Pilgrimage isn't an artifact of Japanese history, it's a living tradition open to anyone. Read on for answers to common questions about the Henro.
- [Who is Kukai? The Buddhist Saint at the Henro's Heart](https://shikokutours.com/shikoku-pilgrimage/kobo-daishi-kukai/) - Kobo Daishi Kukai, Shikoku's most famous son, revolutionized Japanese religion and culture. But who is the saint at the heart of the Shikoku Pilgrimage?
- [Pilgrimage Gear: Traditional Shikoku Henro Equipment](https://shikokutours.com/shikoku-pilgrimage/pilgrimage-gear/) - Pilgrims on the Shikoku Henro are instantly recognizable by their unique attire. Every item of pilgrimage gear has both practical use and rich symbolism.

## About Shikoku

- [Discover the region: Iya](https://shikokutours.com/attractions/tokushima-prefecture/iya-valley/) - Location Western Tokushima Prefecture in the mountainou
- [Discover the region: Dogo](https://shikokutours.com/attractions/ehime-prefecture/regional-focus-dogo/) - Location The eastern side of Matsuyama Description A ho
- [Discover the region: Niihama](https://shikokutours.com/attractions/ehime-prefecture/regional-focus-niihama/) - Location Central Shikoku on the Seto Inland Sea Descrip
- [Discover the region: Seiyo](https://shikokutours.com/attractions/ehime-prefecture/regional-focus-seiyo/) - Location Western Shikoku facing the Uwakai Sea Descript
- [Discover the region: Tosashimizu](https://shikokutours.com/attractions/kochi-prefecture/tosashimizu/) - Location Southernmost tip of Shikoku Description Tosash
- [Discover the Region: Takamatsu](https://shikokutours.com/attractions/kagawa-prefecture/takamatsu/) - Location Northeastern Kagawa Prefecture, facing the Set

## Sample Itineraries

- [Itinerary of Lori M.  | Autumm 2025](https://shikokutours.com/sample-itineraries/autumm-2025-2) - An eight-day private tour of Shikoku — the Shimanami Kaido, Uchiko, the Shimanto River, Kochi Castle, the Iya valley and Kotohira-gu — by private car.
- [Itinerary of Margaret W.｜Autumn 2025](https://shikokutours.com/sample-itineraries/autumn-2025) - An eight-day private tour across all four Shikoku prefectures — the Shimanami Kaido, Kotohira-gu, Ritsurin Garden, Kochi's Sunday Market and the Iya valley.
- [Itinerary of  Steppen | Spring 2026](https://shikokutours.com/sample-itineraries/spring-2026) - An eight-day private tour of Kochi and Ehime — Sugi no Osugi, Monet's Garden, the streets of Uchiko, Kengo Kuma's Yusuhara, Tobe pottery and Dogo Onsen.

## カテゴリー

- [88 Temples](https://shikokutours.com/category/88-temples/)
- [tourist spot](https://shikokutours.com/category/tourist-spot/)
- [tradition](https://shikokutours.com/category/tradition/)
- [travel](https://shikokutours.com/category/travel/)
- [culture](https://shikokutours.com/category/culture/)
- [spirituality](https://shikokutours.com/category/spirituality/)
- [food](https://shikokutours.com/category/food/)

## タグ

- [88 Temples](https://shikokutours.com/tag/88-temples/)
- [Pilgrimage](https://shikokutours.com/tag/pilgrimage/)
- [Tokushima](https://shikokutours.com/tag/tokushima/)
- [Kochi](https://shikokutours.com/tag/kochi/)
- [Ehime](https://shikokutours.com/tag/ehime/)
- [Kagawa](https://shikokutours.com/tag/kagawa/)
- [festival](https://shikokutours.com/tag/festival/)
- [nature](https://shikokutours.com/tag/nature/)
- [Shinto](https://shikokutours.com/tag/shinto/)
- [food](https://shikokutours.com/tag/food/)
- [activity](https://shikokutours.com/tag/activity/)
- [Shugendo](https://shikokutours.com/tag/shugendo/)
- [Buddhism](https://shikokutours.com/tag/buddhism/)
- [history](https://shikokutours.com/tag/history/)

## Difficulties

- [Easy](https://shikokutours.com/difficulties/easy/)

## Category

- [Ehime Prefecture](https://shikokutours.com/attractions/ehime-prefecture/)
- [Kochi Prefecture](https://shikokutours.com/attractions/kochi-prefecture/)
- [Tokushima Prefecture](https://shikokutours.com/attractions/tokushima-prefecture/)
- [Kagawa Prefecture](https://shikokutours.com/attractions/kagawa-prefecture/)

## Destination

- [Shikoku](https://shikokutours.com/destination/shikoku/)
- [Tokushima](https://shikokutours.com/destination/tokushima/)