Destinations

Shikoku & Setouchi

Pilgrim paths, vine bridges, and the slow islands of the Seto Inland Sea — Japan's least-visited main island, deliberately so.

Naoshima Art Island: A Complete Visitor's Guide

How to get to Naoshima from Okayama or Takamatsu, which museums to prioritize, day trip vs overnight decision guide, and what the Kusama pumpkins are actually like.

2026-05-24

Iya Valley Guide: Tokushima's Remote Mountain Gorge and Vine Bridges

Iya Valley guide: Tokushima's remote mountain gorge, the historic vine bridge (Kazurabashi), how to get there, and where to stay.

2026-05-23

Dogo Onsen Guide: Japan's Oldest Hot Spring in Matsuyama, Shikoku

Dogo Onsen guide: Japan's oldest hot spring in Matsuyama, Shikoku. Honkan status, access from Tokyo and Osaka, day trip vs. overnight, and practical tips.

2026-05-22