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View Gallery- Masugata-eki (railroad station), 410m
- Kōchi-jō (castle), 880m
5 minutes on bus from Izukyu Shimoda Station bound for Shirahama. Get off at Kaisanso-mae and 1 minute walk. 3 minutes by taxi from Izukyu Shimoda Station. 210 minutes drive from Atsugi Interchange on Tomei Expressway via Odawara Atsugi road.
20 minutes on from JR Kurayoshi Station bound for Misasa Onsen and get off at Onsen-Iriguchi, then 1 minute walk. 15 minutes by taxi from JR Kurayoshi Station.. 70 minutes drive from Innosho Interchange on Chugoku Expressway via route 179.
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.