Shikoku Hotels

Shikoku is an oft-forgotten island in Japan. The smallest of Japan's Big Four, 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.

Matsuyama

Matsuyama meaning "pine mountain", is the homely capital of Ehime prefecture. Quite provincial yet hospitable to travelers, and …

Takamatsu

Takamatsu is the largest city in Kagawa Prefecture on the island of Shikoku, Japan.

Ehime

Ehime prefecture is on the Japanese island of Shikoku.

Tokushima

Tokushima prefecture is on the eastern side of the Japanese island of Shikoku.

Kagawa

Kagawa prefecture is on the Japanese island of Shikoku.

Kochi

Kochi prefecture is on the Japanese island of Shikoku.

88 Temple Pilgrimage

The 88 Temple Pilgrimage is Japan's most famous pilgrimage route, a 1200 km loop around the island of Shikoku.

I advise you to come from the city of Wakayama (the biggest island - Honshu), by boat. Its is not a long trip (2 hours max) and you can appreciate the cost. When you arrive to Tokushima, do not stay there but take the train (I advise you to have a list of all the stops written in roman letter and … Elodie D.

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One of the best experiences i had in Japan was spending 2 nights on Chiiori , it's a fantastic old house with thatched roof, run by a volunteer organization. Meals are prepared in a fireplace in the middle of the living room. the volunteers are fantastic, and the mountains are so tranquil you'll … Stefan E.More Shikoku Tips  GeckoGo