Culture Uchiko-za Ingrid Lezar Enter Uchiko-za, the historical kabuki theatre in Uchiko, and you immediately feel that sense of anticipation as before a show.
Culture The Birthplace of the Akiyama Brothers Anonymous The birthplace of the military Akiyama brothers Saneyuki and Yoshifuru is easily accessible from Matsuyama Castle. This small museum..
Activities Kazahaya Fireworks Festival 2025 Late Jul Kazaya Umi Matsuri is the quintessential summer fireworks event in rural Japan. Join yukata-clad locals for cold beer and oohs.
Food Good value Chinese food at Uloncha Anonymous Uloncha Chinese restaurant on route 179 through Hojo is a haven for the hungry looking for tasty good value.
Activities Osakanakan Anonymous The Osakanakan showcases the fish and fauna of the Shimanto River in Shikoku. This river, which runs for 196 km in neighboring Kochi..
Area Matsuyama Matsuyama is the capital city of Ehime Prefecture and the largest city in Shikoku. Its name means “pine mountain”. Matsuyama is a bustling city that has maintained its vitality despite the..
Culture Chikurin Temple in Kochi Nate Hill Chikurin Temple (竹林寺) is number 31 in the 88-temple pilgrimage of Shikoku. You'll find it on Mt. Godai in Kochi City. I..
Area Imabari Near the port in Imabari (今治市, Imabari-shi) is a huge, beautifully made ship’s propeller displayed as sculpture. It looks like a giant flower. In front of it are the words “Zo-sen no mach..