{"id":24057,"date":"2019-03-06T13:21:39","date_gmt":"2019-03-06T13:21:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/?p=24057"},"modified":"2022-10-23T07:51:17","modified_gmt":"2022-10-23T07:51:17","slug":"all-you-need-about-shikoku-japan-top-attractions-food-hotels-to-stay","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/2019\/03\/all-you-need-about-shikoku-japan-top-attractions-food-hotels-to-stay\/","title":{"rendered":"All you need about Shikoku Japan – Top Attractions, Food & Hotels to Stay"},"content":{"rendered":"

Shikoku is the smallest islands of the major islands in Japan (Hokkaido, Honshu<\/a>, Shikoku, Kyushu<\/a>).\u00a0 This island is a hidden gem for the advance travelers who have been to Japan many times and it is also famous among the locals.\u00a0 The best way to do Shikoku Island is by self-driving with a rental car<\/a>.\u00a0 Check out the top places to visit and top things to do, what to eat and where to stay.<\/p>\n

J<\/a>APAN SHIKOKU: THE MOST SPECTACULAR VIEW ON THE SHIMANAMI KAIDO @ KIROSAN OBSERVATORY PARK, IMABARI<\/a><\/h3>\n

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If you like to see how Shimanami Kaido looks like without any unblocked view\/bird view, it is really worth to come up to Kirosan\/Mt Kiro Observatory Park. It is just half an hour drive from Imabari. At Kirosan Observatory Park, you get to see the spectacular world\u2019s longest suspension bridge Kurushima Bridge and also those little islands around Shikoku.<\/p>\n

SHIMANAMI KAIDO<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Understand what is Shimanami Kaido\u5cf6\u6ce2\u6d77\u9053?
\nShimanami Kaido is a spectacular 60-70 kilometer road-and-bridge network connecting Japan\u2019s main island of Honshu with Shikoku, passing over 6 small islands in the Seto Inland Sea \u702c\u6238\u5185\u6d77. The starting point of Shimanami Kaido is in Honshu \u672c\u5dde Island in Onomichi \u5c3e\u9053 city<\/a> and end at Imabari \u4eca\u6cbb City in Shikoku \u56db\u56fd Island. Shimanami Kaido is truly an amazing route connecting Japan mainland Honshu with Shikoku.<\/p>\n

THOUSAND YEARS OLDS HOT SPRINGS \u2013 DOGO ONSEN HONKAN & \u201cBOTCHAN\u201d NATSUME SOSEKI AT MATSUYAMA. TOP 16 THINGS NOT TO BE MISSED!<\/a><\/p>\n

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Matsuyama city boost thousand years hot springs bathhouse called Dogo Onsen. Tourists flooded here to soak in the hot springs which are believed to cure disease and illness. What made the bathhouse stand out from the rest is, it has a special bath area dedicated only to the Imperial family.<\/p>\n

Another famous thing to note in Matsuyama city is Botchan by Natsume Soseki who is the top novelist in Japan and his best masterpiece is called \u201cBotchan\u201d. Every Japanese has read \u201cBotchan\u201d novel during their school years. Natsume Soseki is so important that he also appeared in the 1000 Japanese Yen note. He was considered the most profound Japanese writer in the Japanese literature world. There is even a sweet called \u201cBotchan Dango\u201d and \u201cBotchan Ressha\u201d \/ Botchan Train named after his most famous novel. Do remember to try out the Botchan Dango sweet when you walk around in the shopping streets in your Japanese yukata\/ bathrobe.<\/p>\n

EXPERIENCE ONSEN, FUTON BED ON TATAMI FLOOR, THE SLIDING PAPER DOOR, RYOKAN DINNER IN YUKATA ROBE, MANGA CORNER & KARAOKE, ALL IN YUKAI RESORT DOGO SAICHORAKU AT MATSUYAMA CITY, EHIME PREFECTURE, SHIKOKU<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Yukai Resort Dogo Saichoraku<\/a>\u00a0is Japanese style ryokan inn with onsen hot spring resort. You have the opportunity to experience the traditional Japanese lifestyle such as sleeping on the futon \/Japanese bed on the tatami mat floor. You will also see the Japanese paper sliding door with wood frame in your room. Japanese onsen bath is one thing you need to try but do watch out for the etiquette. Another thing worth mention here is you are able to experience most of the Japanese authentic dish in the dinner and breakfast.<\/p>\n

The price including dinner is very affordable to the public.\u00a0 Click on the Yukai link to check out the price including dinner or without.<\/p>\n

MOUNTAIN OF HAPPINESS \u2013 THE KONPIRASAN @ KAGAWA PREFECTURE, SHIKOKU \u3057\u3042\u308f\u305b\u3055\u3093\u3001\u3053\u3093\u3074\u3089\u3055\u3093<\/a><\/h3>\n

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The yellow banner means \u2013 \u201cShiawase-san, Konpira-san\u201d (\u3057\u3042\u308f\u305b\u3055\u3093\u3001\u3053\u3093\u3074\u3089\u3055\u3093) or \u201cMountain of Happiness, Konpira Mountain\u201d.<\/p>\n

There are 1368 steps up to Kotohira-gu\/Konpirasan, the mountain of happiness. During Ethe do period, everyone is expected to visit at least once during their lifetime. Some who is unfit will send their dog to come up to do the pilgrimage for them so you see there are also many dogs visiting this shrine with their owner nowadays.<\/p>\n

The best time to visit should be in Autumn \u2013 mid-Nov onwards,\u00a0 you also get to see the red maple leaves in the backdrop.<\/p>\n

TAKAMATSU PRIDE \u2013 RITSURIN GARDEN IN KAGAWA PREFECTURE \u6817\u6797\u516c\u5712<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Ritsurin Garden is Japan\u2019s largest Cultural Property Garden that has been handed down since 400 years ago. It is leisure to walk around these ponds and hills which were constructed beautifully. A wasen boat ride is another interesting way to explore Ritsurin Garden, you got to see a totally new perspective from walking the park\u2019s path. No wonder this place is named as a Special Place of Scenic Beauty by the Japanese government.<\/p>\n

SANUKI UDON, THE SOUL FOOD IN KAGAWA PREFECTURE SHIKOKU<\/a><\/h3>\n

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When you are in Kagawa Prefecture in Shikoku, you see udon shop in every corner even in the middle of rice paddies field.<\/p>\n

If you are a budget traveler then udon won\u2019t cost too much damage on your wallet. With only JPY 210 (USD 1.80) to JPY 600 (USD 5.30) you get to enjoy one of the best Sanuki Udon in Kagawa Prefecture in Shikoku Island, Japan.<\/p>\n

BEST SUNSET AT YASHIMA, TAKAMATSU & BOKAISO HOTEL REVIEW<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Yashima mountain is one of the best spots to catch the sunset in Shikoku Island. It is only about 20 mins drive to Takamatsu city, which is a quiet and exclusive place for people who like to stay away from the crowd.<\/p>\n

Bokaiso Hote<\/a>l located at the top of Yashima mountain offer the breathtaking view of Seto Inland Sea. The room is extremely spacious and with sea view facing. The downside is there are no restaurants nearby so you may need to pre-book the in-house dinner or bring your own food up. Bakaiso is good for travelers who are driving so it is super exclusive.<\/p>\n

JAPANESE NEIGHBOURHOOD SUPERMARKET TOUR AT TAKAMATSU<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Touring in the local supermarket is really an enjoyable thing you can\u2019t miss in Japan. With the advantages of self-drive, we have the luxury to drive to the local neighborhood and shop like a local. You will be surprised at how cheap thing is in Japan.<\/p>\n

WHIRLPOOLS OF NARUTO IN TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE, SHIKOKU<\/a><\/h3>\n

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If you happen to be in Shikoku Island or near Kansai area, Naruto is highly recommended. Go board on the Wonder Naruto Cruise ship and enjoy the sunshine and the unusual phenomenon.<\/p>\n

The tide formation is really fascinating to see, the swirls and ripples can be quite hypnotic too. Besides that, you also get to enjoy the beautiful view of the Seto Inland Sea and\u00a0the magnificent Onaruto Bridge.<\/p>\n

AWAJI SERVICE AREA ( NEAR KOBE HYOGO PREFECTURE, KANSAI REGION)<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Japan rest area offers more than toilet breaks or fills up with petrol. It even has unexpected facilities such as telescopes & Ferris wheels. The Awaji Rest Area is one of the famous rest areas that you cannot miss if you are doing a road trip from the mainland to Awaji Shikoku area.<\/p>\n

Final tips:<\/h3>\n

Click on each link to read about the culture and what are the do and don’t in Japan.\u00a0 In many of the attraction, I have also included the top food that you must try.\u00a0 A good 3-5 days is more than enough to cover Shikoku Island.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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