The first time I visited the Iya Valley, Japan took on a new dimension to me.
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The Truth About Takamatsu
There’s not a lot written online about things to do in Takamatsu, at least not in English.
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Tokushima Starts Here
Tokushima will exceed your expectations, especially given how low they probably are.
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My Love Affair With Matsuyama
No matter what brings you to the largest city in Shikoku, one thing is clear.
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Kochi Starts Here
Kochi is the most out-of-the-way of Shikoku’s major cities, but trust me—it’s worth the slight stress of getting here.
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Japan’s Most Underrated Cities
The best cities to visit in Japan aren’t always ones you read about in guide books
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Japan Off the Beaten Path
There’s value in seeing Japan off its tourist trail.
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30 Pictures That Will Make You Want to Visit Shikoku
I can’t shut up about Japan’s least talked-about island.
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Battle of Japan’s Second Fiddles
Is Kyushu or Shikoku the better Japanese island?
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The Jewel of Kochi
Kochi Castle was an early contender for my favorite place I saw in Shikoku—and not just because of the cloudless, baby-blue sky overhead.
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Legend of the Shikoku Junrei
You don’t have to walk the entirety of Shikoku’s pilgrimage trail to get a feel for its beauty and magic.
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Japan’s Original Onsen
A trip to Dogo Onsen works great in any context.
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Tempers Flare in Takamatsu
Sakura makes you do crazy things—at least it makes me do crazy things.
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Matsuyama and Miracles
I caught a glimpse of Matsuyama Castle as the flight I was supposed to miss made its final approach.
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Kyushu vs. Shikoku: Which is Right for You?
If you didn’t know whether you should visit Kyushu or Shikoku before you navigated here, you should have a better idea now.
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