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View Gallery- Hashihama-eki (railroad station), 2.8km
- Imabari Castle (castle), 5.5km
5 minutes from Midosuji Gate of JR Osaka station 3 minutes from Kita-Higashi Gate of Higashi-Umeda Station on Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line. 10 minutes from Umeda Interchange. From Chugoku EXPWY, take the Ikeda Route (Route 11) on Hanshin EXPWY bound for Umeda Interchange. 40 minutes from Suita Interchange on Meishin EXPWY, towards Route 423 bound for Umeda.
Known for its spiritual pilgrimage route of 88 temples, Shikoku offers a deep cultural experience. The island’s coastal beauty is unmatched, with highlights like the Naruto whirlpools and the art-filled island of Naoshima. Matsuyama’s Dogo Onsen, one of Japan’s oldest hot springs, is perfect for relaxation. The Iya Valley offers dramatic scenery, vine bridges, and traditional thatched-roof houses. Local cuisine, including Sanuki udon, is a must-try.