Places of Interest
Explore Japan Adventurer’s places of interest through the interactive map and listing below, designed to help you discover places by region and theme at a glance. Use the filters to refine what appears, then click any pin or listing to open the page and learn more.
Uwajima-Unyu Ferries
Uwajima-Unyu Ferries offers a convenient link between Shikoku and Kyushu.
Wakigafuchi Gorge
A spectacular series of waterfalls on the Ishite River in Okudogo
Wakimachi
Located on a calm, flat stretch of the Yoshino River, the charming town of Wakimachi was a centre for indigo dyeing during the Edo and Meiji periods.
Warei Shrine
Warei Shrine is one of Shikoku’s Grand Shrines,it has a massive, 12 m stone torii and is the location of the Warei Grand Festival held on July 23 and 24 every year.
Whale Museum
A fascinating look at the whaling history of Kōchi and the ecology of cetaceans.
Whale watching
The coastline of Kochi Prefecture is in the path of migrating whales of many varieties, and you can take small boats from ports along the coast to watch them.
Yamada Yakushi
Zenpuku-ji is a beautiful Zen temple, better known by its alias Yamada Yakushi.
Yamaguchi City
Yamaguchi was the home of the powerful Ōuchi and Mōri clans who influenced national policy for centuries. The city once rivalled Kyōto for the sophistication of its culture.
Yamaoka Brewery
Yamaoka Brewery, home of the Zuikan sake brand, stands by a river in the southeastern part of Miyoshi.