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View Gallery- Les Archives du coeur (museum), 6.5km
75 minutes on bus from Matsumoto Railway Shin-Shimashima Station bound for Kamikochi. Get off at the last stop, then 10 minutes walk. 75 minutes by taxi from Matsumoto Railway Shin-Shimashima Station.. 60 minutes drive from Matsumoto Interchange on Nagano Expressway to Sawando parking area. Park your car at Sawando parking area or Akandana Parking area and please take a shuttle bus. Private vehicles are not allowed to enter Kamikochi.
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.