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In Matsuno, you can indulge in samurai cosplay and other outdoor activities in the daylight, and enjoy excellent local food and sake when it gets…

Imabari is one of the crossroads of the Setouchi region and home of our favourite kimono shops. Here you can dress in kimono, try your…

The Setouchi region, nestled around Japan’s Inland Sea, is a treasure trove of culinary delights, known for its bountiful seafood, unique regional dishes, and exceptional…

Pull up to a roadside restaurant in the mountains of Hiroshima and you may be bewildered to find something called ‘wani’ on the menu.

Enjoy the glittering waters aboard a vessel.

The Setouchi region abounds with fascinating places to stay. But nothing beats the cachet of staying in a castle, with all the ceremony of feudal…

All Shikoku Rail Pass vs. Japan Rail Pass The all Shikoku Rail Pass and the Japan Rail Pass offer steeply discounted rail travel in Japan…

Anan, Tokushima Anan is a small city in Tokushima Prefecture. Within the boundary of the city lies Cape Gamoda, a small peninsula that juts out…

Anpanman Trains Anpanman is Japan’s national superhero. His head is made of bread, specifically _anpan_, a bean-paste bun. He spends his time protecting people from…

Each region of Shikoku has its specialties.

Japan’s smallest main island punched above its weight.

Enjoy the dramatic moment when a massive ship slides down the slipway.