Culture Kure: A Historic Fishing Town Chiara Terzuolo The twisting streets and retro market of this fishing town in Kochi Prefecture make you feel like you have stepped back in time.
Activities Azalea Season at Tomisuyama Park Kim Bergström Each year at Ehime's Tomisuyama Park, over 60,000 azaleas burst into bloom from around late April through May. Along with the..
Culture Late Fall in Shikoku - Day Three Rey Waters Strolling through Famous Ritsurin Garden, and eating SANUKI ODUN near Takamatsu Station.
Activities Late Fall in Shikoku Rey Waters Checking out the Naruto Whirlpools, two Castle Ruin sites and eating grilled chicken on the bone, a Takamatsu specialty.
Culture Yusuhara Town Library Chiara Terzuolo This marvel of Japanese design is hidden away in Yusuhara, a pretty town nestled in the mountains of Kochi Prefecture. Designed..
8 Culture Omori Japanese Candle Shop My Đặng Omori Warosokuya is the only Japanese candle shop in Ehime prefecture. The workshop is a reflection of the old craftsperson approach..
Activities Sakura at Makino Park Kim Bergström From late March through until early April each year, Kochi's Makino Park is home to a cherry blossom festival to celebrate the..
Activities Summer Festa at Sanuki Mannou Park 2026 Early Jul Each year from late July through until late August, Kagawa's Sanuki Mannou Park hosts a Summer Festa, which is filled with fun..