</a></span>"}'/> Shikoku (四国) is an oft-forgotten island in Japan . The smallest of Japan's Big Four with around four million inhabitants, it lies to the south of Honshu . The island is thought of as a rural backwater, with few must-see attractions, but a visit there can wash away those doubts; the mountainous inner regions offer some good hiking . It is also the home of the 88 Temple Pilgrimage of the Shingon sect of Buddhism.
Tourism Shikoku is the official multilingual guide site for the whole area.
Shikoku literally means "four countries", and it indeed consists of four ancient countries (now prefectures) on Shikoku island, conveniently arranged around the compass points. Each prefecture also has an old provincial name, still often found in place names and listed in parenthesis below.
Shikoku is the smallest of Japan's four main islands. It's known for its abundant nature and pristine rivers, including the Shimanto River in Shimanto nicknamed the "last clearwater river in Japan" and the Yoshino River whose turbulent rapids make for great rafting. The island is also rich in cultural heritage. Like the rest of the country, Shikoku was also targeted by air raids in WWII and although some cultural sites, such as the home of Sakamoto Ryoma were destroyed, most of the island's heritage sites were spared. It is now home to more original castles (four) than any other region in the country and arguably the most famous pilgrimage route in the nation.
Shikoku is far enough off the beaten track that some Japanese ability, while not absolutely necessary, will come in handy. Some of Shikoku's dialects, notably Tosa-ben spoken in Kochi , are famously incomprehensible even to other Japanese.
While there are highways linking Shikoku with Honshu, they are expensive — around ¥5,000.
Prefectural capitals Takamatsu , Matsuyama , Kochi and Tokushima all have small regional airports. Matsuyama has flights to Seoul and Shanghai , while Takamatsu fields a few flights a week to Seoul. For any other international destinations, you will likely have to connect via Tokyo or Kansai .
Shikoku is not connected to the Shinkansen network, but there are frequent connections from Okayama on Honshu to Takamatsu and from there on throughout the island. The limited express Shiokaze (特急 しおかぜ) runs back and forth between Okayama and Matsuyama roughly every hour during the day, skipping some stations on the way, if you feel like a more direct connection to that side of the island. The pace on Shikoku being what it is, don't come there expecting any of the trains to be super fast.
Train information will be in Japanese only, unlike what you may be used to from the Shinkansen. So either be sure to brush up on your knowledge of terms such as "unreserved seats" and the names of the places you're planning to visit, in kanji, or plan to ask a lot of people (which may be more fun, but may also take more time).
If you are coming from Kansai or eastern parts of Japan, buses through Awaji Island are the fastest way of getting to Shikoku.
There are numerous ferries that run to Shikoku that can be taken from major cities like Kobe and Hiroshima . Setouchi Naikai Kisen and Ishizaki Kisen run both high-speed (¥8,000, 70 minutes) and regular ferries (¥5,000, 2.5 hours) from Hiroshima to Matsuyama. To save some money and correspondingly 20 and 45 minutes at sea, travel by Kure Line train to/from the town of Kure (this won't shorten your voyage from Hiroshima overall); both ferries make a stop there both ways, and the port is about 10-minute walk from the station.
The Shimanami Kaido is a very popular cycling trail that hops across various bridges in the Seto Inland Sea from Onomichi (Honshu) to Imabari (Shikoku).
Shikoku can be difficult to get around without your own vehicle, especially to out-of-the-way natural sites sought by many visitors. Trains are infrequent in many parts, as are buses, so travelers who wish to move about the island or explore remote areas should know the timetables of whatever transport you need beforehand. Some buses only run during specific periods or on weekends and holidays only. Some travelers report feeling that it's more expensive however, this may be due to their perception of Shikoku as the "small island". In actuality, the price per distance is generally the same as more frequented routes. The time required however, is much greater. For example, the price from Okayama to Hiroshima just north on the mainland versus Takamatsu to Matsuyama is almost the same however, the Takamatsu-Matsuyama route takes more than twice as long.
During specified periods, the Yodo Line operates Cycle Trains (予土線サイクルトレイン) which allow you to bring your bicycles on the train for easy and convenient cycling along the route.
The JR train network connects the larger towns together fairly well, but regular trains are slow and expresses are expensive. The main lines are:
For heavy travel, JR offers the Shikoku Free Kippu (四国フリーきっぷ) , which allows unlimited usage of JR trains and buses, including limited expresses, on three consecutive days (¥16,140). If you manage to time it so that you can start on your birthday, ask for the Birthday Kippu instead, and you'll get the same deal for just ¥10,000!
For the frugal traveler, the Shikoku Saihakken Haya-Toku Kippu (四国再発見早トクきっぷ) may be a better deal, as it offers one day of unlimited travel for just ¥2,000. There are three big catches though: it's only valid on weekends and public holidays, it's limited to local trains, and you have to buy it at least one day in advance.
Tosa Kuroshio Railway is the largest private railway on the island and connects the JR Lines to the far ends of Kochi Prefecture. Some parts of the JR network, notably the southern segment from Kubokawa to Sukumo , have split off and are now owned by Tosa Kuroshio Railway company.
Each of the capitals with the exception of Tokushima have trams that make travel around the city centers convenient.
Buses fill in the gaps in the train network and are the only means of transport in areas like Cape Ashizuri and the Iya Valley . Schedules are sparse and prices are high.
Serious pilgrims may choose to complete the 88 Temple Circuit (see Do ) on foot.
There are twelve original Japanese castles left in Japan, and Shikoku is home to four of them, more than any other region.
(四国三大祭り Shikoku Sandai Matsuri )
There aren't any "Shikokuan" foods per se, but each prefecture has something that they're famous for:
Shikoku is the smallest of the Japanese four main islands, full of amazing activities and natural sceneries
Being not so famous, this is the perfect place to make original experiences you’ll remember forever : enjoy festivals, join dances and deepen yourself into pure nature.
In the following map we’ll bring you through the 4 prefectures of the island along with the main cities.
Takamatsu | Matsuyama | Tokushima | Kōchi
Shikoku henro 四国遍路.
Probably the most famous activity in Shikoku is this pilgrimage through 88 Buddhist temples across every corner of the island . While visiting one of these temples, it is very common to meet pilgrims in white dressing.
Every temple is numbered, with the first temple in Tokushima prefecture and the last one in Kagawa. Depending on the pilgrim, it takes between 30 and 60 days to complete the approximately 1,200 km.
Visit the pilgrimage english website to know more. Also follow this complete Shikoku Henro map to enjoy the 88 temples route.
This is the most impressive scenic garden of Shikoku , located in Takamatsu and considered by many to be among the three most beautiful gardens in Japan. The visit takes from 1 to 2 hours.
Different small hills which offer breathtaking views of the garden, full of Japanese black pine trees carefully pruned by gardeners.
At the exit, there's a shop where you can buy typical souvenirs and foods of the Sanuki region , the old name of Kagawa prefecture.
Check it on Google Maps or visit the english website to know more.
If you are planning to go in Japan during Obon period (13~15 August), Tokushima is the place to be .
Awa Odori is a dance style born centuries ago in Tokushima , and spread out across all the country. Every region has now it's own version.
During mid august, Tokushima's Awa Odori is the largest dance festival in Japan, with large crowds of tourists taking part on dances on the streets .
Visit the Japanese website to know more.
Dogo onsen is the most famous hot spring of Shikoku , located in Matsuyama city.
The area is full of ryokans, but the most famous attraction is the Dogo Onsen Honkan, the main public bath house dated 1894 . In the evening, with all the lights fired up, the building is even more beautiful.
Deep inside Tokushima mountains, impressive vine bridges connects green valleys. Wild nature is what you should expect from this peaceful valley, a restorative and adventorous day trip in Japan .
Three of the many old vine bridges are still maintained , being the main attraction of the area. Rafting and hiking are only some of the outdoor activities you can do in the area.
Thick rectangular noodles, ranked as one of the top 3 udon of Japan , along with Inaniwa and Mizusawa ones. This dish can be enjoyed both in winter, with hot broth, and summer on cold soup.
The name comes from the ancient name of Kagawa prefecture, once called Sanuki region. Takamatsu city is full of local restaurants that cook this type of udon in every season .
Between Onomichi and Imabari , on north of Shikoku, there are 5 small island connected by Nishiseto Expressway. Flanking the highway, there is a 70 Km bike street accessible to everyone .
On both terminals there are rental bicycle shops. You can pick up a bike from Imabari, enjoy the ride across the Seto inland sea and drop it at Onomichi terminal . The rental costs are about 10$ each day for basics and 15$ for electrical assisted bicycles.
If you're not used to cycle 70 km in one day, plan to stay for a night at one of the many bike inns on the inland islands.
Visit the english website to know more.
One of the last crystal clear rivers in Japan , perfect for water activities like Kayak or Stand Up Paddle.Fishing is also allowed, because the pure waters are full of river fishes.
Many visitors come by the river to catch dinner for their barbecues. Springing from the heart of Kochi mountains , it keeps flowing for 196 Km before jumping into Pacific Ocean at Shimanto city.
Here’s our original 5 days itinerary to visit the island in summer:
9 August – Visit Matsuyama-jō Castle and Dōgo onsen hot springs , then move to Kōchi city enjoying Yosakoi dances and Kōchi Nōryō Hanabi Taikai fireworks show ; 10 August – 1-day trip to Shimanto city to try summer activities in the river ; 11 August – Visit the Iya valley while heading to Tokushima city; 12 August – Take part on Awa Odori dances in Tokushima during the Obon festivities; 13 August – Move to Takamatsu city to visit Ritsurin-kōen Garden, eat the typical udon and enjoy Sanuki Takamatsu Matsuri with 1 hour fireworks display at the port.
Soon you’ll be able to read our detailed blog post of this itinerary, with train connections, event schedules and descriptions of the main points of interest.
All the major cities are located along the coasts of the island. Even though there are no bullet trains , the JR Shikoku railway manage to connect all of them.
The greatest part of train lines are included within the Japan Rail Pass. But there are exceptions like the section between Kubokawa and Sukumo , known as Tosa-Kuroshio railway . So, if you are planning to visit Shimanto city, for this section you’ll need to pay an extra fee.
To know more, here’s the Japan railway map from the Japan Rail Pass official website and our JR Pass and trains blog post .
If you are moving from north of Japan, it might be a good idea to reach Shikoku by airplane since internal flights aren’t expensive and they cut down travel times .
Other regional airports are Matsuyama , Takamatsu , Tokushima and Kōchi .
Being an island, sometime the fastest way to move from your city is by ferry. Shikoku main ports are:
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The Four Prefectures of Shikoku
A quick look at the Shikoku region
One of the nation's main islands, the region of Shikoku is traditional Japan defined by its natural history and cultural heritage. Sparsely populated, the region's stunningly dramatic landscapes intertwine with pilgrims from around the world who gather here to seek spiritual succour along the famed Shikoku Pilgrimage route. Mountains, rivers and oceans attract outdoor enthusiasts, while traditional dance festivals, modern art and feudal buildings only add to the appeal. Here is a simple guide to each of the four prefectures of Shikoku.
Ehime Prefecture's scenic Seto Inland Sea location is highlighted by the Shimanami Kaido connecting it to the mainland. Its rugged interior, featuring western Japan's highest peak in Mt. Ishizuchi , is also home to a third of the famous Shikoku Pilgrimage temples. Japan's oldest hot spring, Dogo Onsen , can be found here along with the idyllic terraced rice fields of Izumidani and Mizuga-ura . Ehime is also home to some of the nation's oldest original castles like Matsuyama and Uwajima .
Ehime is connected to Tokyo via Haneda and Narita Airports or the JR Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen to Okayama and from there the Limited Express Shiokaze .
The nation's smallest prefecture, Kagawa Prefecture is a bold expression of the spiritual and the creative. Over a quarter of all of the Shikoku Pilgrimage’s temples can be found here, including the 88th and final one , while Naoshima , with its ocean vistas and landscapes, is internationally recognised as an island of modern art. Kagawa's sanuki udon noodles are now beloved by the nation and overlooking the city atop its massive handmade bulwark is Marugame Castle , one of Japan's original.
Kagawa is connected to Tokyo via Haneda Airport or the JR Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen to Okayama and from there the JR Kaisoku Marine Liner.
With its rugged mountains and jagged coastline, Kochi Prefecture is known as the 'testing ground' for pilgrims along the Shikoku Pilgrimage . Its Kochi Castle is one of Japan's original castles while another original is Shimanto River , with water so pure, it is said to be the country's last 'fresh stream'. A touch of natural innovation can be found in places Yusuhara while the revolutionary spirit that saw Sakamoto Ryoma help end the Edo period is said to have begun at Katsurahama Beach .
Kochi is connected to Tokyo via Haneda and Narita Airports or the JR Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen to Okayama and from there the JR Nanpu limited express.
With its rugged interior and spectacular coastal waters, Tokushima Prefecture is a prefecture like no other. The almost other worldly Iya Valley with its vine rope bridges and isolated nature, is a dramatic contrast to the power of the whirlpools of Naruto . Its famous 4-day Awa Odori traditional dance festival , with an attendance of over one million people, is contrasted with the prefecture being the start of the Shikoku Pilgrimage .
Tokushima is connected to Tokyo via Haneda and Narita Airports or the JR Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen to Okayama and from there the JR Kaisoku Marine Liner to Takamatsu and then the Uzushio Express .
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The smallest of Japan's four main islands, Shikoku is also the one least visited by foreigners. That's surprising considering the natural beauty of its rugged mountains, its mild climate, and its most famous monuments -- 88 sacred Buddhist temples. Many Japanese wish to make a pilgrimage to all 88 temples at least once in their lifetime as a tribute to the great Buddhist priest Kobo Daishi, who was born on Shikoku in 774 and who founded the Shingon sect of Buddhism.
This pilgrimage has been popular since the Edo Period, as many believe that a successful completion of the tour exonerates Buddhist followers from rebirth. It used to take almost 2 months to visit all 88 temples on foot. Even today, you can see pilgrims making their rounds dressed in white -- only now they're more likely to go by organized tour buses, which cut travel time down to 2 weeks.
Getting to Shikoku -- For centuries, the only way to reach Shikoku was by boat. However, the 1988 completion of the Seto Ohashi Bridge, which links Shikoku with Okayama Prefecture and accommodates both cars and trains, changed Shikoku forever. In 1999, the completion of a series of bridges spanning six scenic islands in the Seto Inland Sea connected Shikoku with Hiroshima Prefecture (complete with cycling paths offering scenic views and now one of Shikoku's hottest attractions), followed by a third bridge, for cars only, linking Shikoku with Kobe.
In any case, Shikoku is no longer as far off the beaten track as it used to be, because access is now so easy. Shinkansen travelers can simply transfer in Okayama to trains bound for either Takamatsu or Matsuyama. The energetic can even cycle from Honshu to Shikoku on the Shimanami Kaido, the bike path stretching from Hiroshima Prefecture to Ehime Prefecture.
The “Shikoku Japan 88 Route Guide 2023” is an indispensable travel companion for anyone walking the Shikoku Pilgrimage.
The Shikoku Japan 88 Route Guide has been updated by Naoyuki Matsushita and its eighth edition was published in February 2023.
In a handy paperback format (width 13 cm; height 18 cm; book thickness 1 cm) with 192 pages and a backpack-friendly weight of 250 grams. With compact information on all 88 temples, as well as many detailed pages on pilgrimage equipment, behaviour in the temples, railway connections on Shikoku and other topics. Over 150 pages of detailed maps covering a total of 1,150 kilometres. All routes to the 88 temples and 20 secondary temples (Bekkaku) are described with distances, elevations and alternative routes. Very useful for planning your day on the road. Includes location details and telephone numbers for accommodation (minshuku, ryokan, business hotels, etc.). Restaurants, convenience stores, rest areas and more are also listed.
The Shikoku Japan 88 Route Guide costs 1,980 yen (14 EUR) in Japan. It is available at the souvenir shop at Tokushima Station or at Temple 1 Ryōzen-ji, among other places. It is also available from some online booksellers outside Japan.
Elevation profile of the shikoku pilgrimage route.
Many thanks to Matsushita-san, editor of the “Shikoku Japan 88 Route Guide 2023”, for providing the look inside the book files and the elevation profile.
Learn more about the origins of the Shikoku Japan 88 Route Guide and its editor.
Further information at: henro88map.com
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Rural landscapes, ancient pilgrimage trails and celebrated contemporary art. Prefectures: Kagawa. Ehime. Tokushima. Kochi. Shikoku (四国, literally "four countries") is Japan's fourth largest island, southwest of Japan's main island Honshu. True to its name, Shikoku is divided into four prefectures.
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