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View Gallery- Umenotsuji-eki (railroad station), 650m
- Kōchi-jō (castle), 1.0km
20 minutes on bus from JR Awara Onsen Station bound for Tojinbo, get off at Ikegamikuchi and 2 minutes walk. 15 minutes by taxi from JR Awara Onsen Station. 15 minutes by car from Hokuriku Expressway Kanazu I.C. or 25 minutes from Maruoka I.C.
7-minute walk from Arima Onsen Station, Kobe Railway <br> 30 minutes by taxi from Shin Kobe Station, JR Shinkansen Line <br> 60 minutes by public bus from Osaka Umeda Station, Hankyu Railway <br>. 15 minutes by car from Nishinomiya Kita IC, Chugoku Expressway <br>
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.