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View Gallery- Umenotsuji-eki (railroad station), 650m
- Kōchi-jō (castle), 1.0km
6 minutes by taxi from Kintetsu Nara station. 10 minutes by taxi from JR Nara station. 10 minutes walk from Daibutsuden Kasuga Taisha bus stop, using a city circular bus.. 20 minutes from Tenri IC on Nishi Meihan Expressway, use NaraTenri route from Tenri IC.
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.