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Exploring Oboke Gorge – Part 1 | A Natural Wonder of Miyoshi City
The mighty Yoshino River flows across much of Shikoku, and as it cuts its way through the rugged mou
2023.03.20
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Iya Kanko Ryokan – Part 3 | Inheriting the Tastes of the Iya Valley
Just a few minute walk from the famed Kazurabashi Vine Bridge, the Iya Kanko Ryokan has been welcomi
2023.03.19
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Iya Kanko Ryokan – Part 2 | A Family-Run Business Where Life is a Juggle
The Kazurabashi Vine Bridge is one of the most renowned sights of the Iya Valley, and just a couple
2023.03.18
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Iya Kanko Ryokan – Part 1 | A Traditional Inn near the Kazurabashi Vine Bridge
Acclaimed as one of Japan’s Three Unusual Bridges, the Kazurabashi Vine Bridge is one of the most fa
2023.03.17
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The Shikoku “Yukigassen” Snowball Fight – Part 2 | The Heat of the Battle in Icy Conditions
The 19th annual “Yukigassen” Snowball Fight Tournament was held recently in the deep mountains of Mi
2023.02.19
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The Shikoku “Yukigassen” Snowball Fight – Part 1 | A Winter Event in the Iya Valley
Despite being in southern Japan, Miyoshi City’s Iya Valley often gets a fair amount of snow in winte
2023.02.18
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Mountain Romance with Iya Bijin – Part 3 | Tasting the Traditions of the Iya Valley
Tucked deep within the Iya Valley of western Tokushima Prefecture, the restaurant and inn Iya Bijin
2023.02.05
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Mountain Romance with Iya Bijin – Part 2 | Meeting the “Beautiful” Owners
Operated by a local family and located within the remote Iya Valley of central Shikoku, the inn and
2023.02.04
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Mountain Romance with Iya Bijin – Part 1 | A Secluded Inn Overlooking the Iya River
The Iya Valley is renowned for its natural remoteness within the mountains of central Shikoku, and o
2023.02.03
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Tokushima Ramen “Nishiri” – Part 3 | Gorging Yourself in More Ways than One
Located at the West-West Service Area in Tokushima Prefecture’s Miyoshi City, the Nishiri ramen rest
2023.01.23
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Tokushima Ramen “Nishiri” – Part 2 | Sampling Some Regional Soul Food
Though ramen is now enjoyed around the world, first time visitors to Japan often don’t realize that
2023.01.22
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Tokushima Ramen “Nishiri” – Part 1 | Enjoying Local Flavor in a Scenic Spot
As ramen continues gaining popularity around the world, many visitors to Japan don’t initially reali
2023.01.21
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