Flower viewing in Shikoku, Japan: Tokushima: magnolias, winter jasmine, and cherry blossoms in the mountains and forests
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While traveling by car in Shikoku, we moved from Okubo Temple in Kagawa Prefecture to Iya Valley in Tokushima Prefecture. Unexpectedly, on the sparsely populated mountain forest trail, I actually spotted a sea of flowers on both sides, and the white and rosy "Yoshino Sakura", golden The bright yellow "jasmine flowers" and the pink and fragrant "magnolias" as big as a bowl, combined with the emerald blue stream, make it look like a fairyland!
Cherry blossoms are very common in the Japanese countryside, but this was the first time I saw such a huge and beautiful magnolia in the wild. Magnolia, also known as magnolia, has pink flowers, large and showy, like lotus blooming on a tree, with a faint fragrance. When not blooming, it is oval-shaped and blooms at the same time as cherry blossoms.
Although Tokushima Prefecture is very rural, the cherry blossoms are not as blooming as Japan's famous cherry blossom viewing spots. However, there are fewer crowds and it is easier to enjoy the flowers leisurely and take photos. In fact, it is not bad when you think about it.
✓Recommended attractions in Tokushima: Iya Valley, Obuike
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Exploring Tokushima Iya|The blend of natural wonders and simple customs
[Love]Are you looking for a place where you can instantly calm your mind and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery? In the Tokuya region of Japan, there is such a paradise-like place - Tokushima Iya [Scenic]
When talking about Iya, we have to talk about Iya Creek. The natural scenery here is like a picture scroll. The clear streams are gurgling and shining with silver light under the sunlight, like diamonds sprinkled from the earth. There are lush trees on both sides of the stream. They are like loyal guards, guarding this peaceful and beautiful world🌳. Walking along the Iya River, you can hear the cheerful singing of birds. The sound is like the sound of nature, adding a lively atmosphere to this trip🎵.
Iya also has the amazing Iya Double Vine Bridge🏞️. These two suspension bridges, made of wild vines in the valley, seem to be the perfect combination of nature and human wisdom. When you step onto the vine bridge and see the deep valley beneath your feet, the feeling of your heart racing is both thrilling and exciting😜. Standing on the bridge, with the breeze blowing in your face, you can enjoy the unique natural scenery of Iya and feel the majesty and magnificence of nature🌄.
In Iya, you can also deeply feel the rich local flavor. The local villagers still maintain their traditional lifestyle. Their houses are scattered in the mountains and live in harmony with nature🏡. This quiet and rustic atmosphere will make you forget the hustle and bustle of the city and feel like you are in an isolated paradise🧘.
If you want to taste authentic food, Iya will not let you down😋. Here, you can find many traditional local dishes, each of which contains the Tokushima people's love and inheritance for food. The ingredients are fresh and the cooking methods are unique, allowing your taste buds to enjoy the delicious food while also feeling the unique food culture of Tokushima🍱.
Tokushima Iya is a charming place. Its natural scenery, cultural landscape and food culture are all waiting for your exploration🤗. Come and start this dream journey😎
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The exciting treetop playground 🏟️
Forest Adventure is an outdoor park born in France that coexists with nature, with more than 40 locations across Japan. Wearing a special harness and operating the safety equipment yourself, you will traverse the activities between trees built on the tops of natural upright trees, and at the end you will slide down on a zip slide. From children to adults, all generations can enjoy the activities.
At Iya Gorge in Tokushima Prefecture, you can experience an authentic treetop course and a canyon slide through the Iya Gorge. There are Iya Kuzuryu Bridge and one-day hot spring nearby, so you can also enjoy sightseeing.
Forest Adventure
Address: 379 Oinouchi, Nishi-Iyayama Village, Miyoshi City, Tokushima Prefecture
Opening hours: 9:00am-6:00pm
Transportation: Take the Shikoku Kotsu bus from JR Ohoke Station for about 15 minutes
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The pilgrimage route
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Shikoku is one of Japan’s most rural islands. It is popular for that pilgrimage route and natural beauty. There are about 88 Buddhist temples you'd pass by on this route. While the island is not served by mainland transport like Shinkansen, there are efficient alternatives like the apid trains, it takes only three hours to get to Tokushima, one of the principal cities of Shikoku, from Osaka.
The toshushima city in tokushima prefecture is one of the culturally most rewarding regions in Shikoku. In addition to some of the most beautiful temples on the Shikoku Pilgrimage Route, the prefecture is also home to Iya Valley, which centuries ago was the hiding ground of Heike soldiers trying to escape the Genji Clan after the Genpei War.
The valley is also home to picturesque vine bridges that connect the two sides of the river. I recommend staying at an onsen place which has those onsens facing the view of the river.#japantrip #scenic #offbeat