From crossing rivers on vine bridges in mystical forests and playing inside giant pumpkins to sucking up fat, juicy udon from a broth-filled bowl, the opportunities for adventure in Shikoku are endless.
The Seto Inland Sea is home to thousands of islands of varying sizes and human habitation. The cluster of three in particular—Naoshima, Teshima, and Inujima—are...
Deep in Japan’s western Tokushima Prefecture, burrowed in the heart of Shikoku Island, lies the secluded and mountainous Iya Valley. Steep slopes tumble down to...
For foodies and Japanophiles alike, Udon is a favorite, and it’s easy to see why. While ramen seems to dominate on the international culinary scene,...