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View Gallery- Umenotsuji-eki (railroad station), 650m
- Kōchi-jō (castle), 1.0km
10 minutes on foot from Arimaonsen station on Kobe Railway. 60 minutes by Hankyu bus from Umeda station bound for Arima Onsen, get off at Arima Onsen bus stop, 6 minutes walk. 40 minutes by JR bus from Kobe Sannomiya. Contact for pick-up service.. 15 minutes from Nishinomiya Kita IC on Chugoku Expressway.
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.