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With a name that means “Country View”, Mt Kunimi offers panoramic views in every direction across the mountains of Shikoku from its location in the center of Tokushima’s Miyoshi City. Hiking trails for this 1409m high mountain are easily accessible from either JR Oboke Station or the Iya Valley. A tall mountain in a hidden region of Tokushima PrefectureIt was a fine early autumn day when I set out to climb Mt Kunimi. With the hot humid days of summer finally finished, I had been looking forward to getting back out on the trails of the remote Miyoshi City. With an elevation of 1409 meters, Mt K...
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With its collection of thatched roof farmhouses, stone-lined walking paths, and terraced farm plots that climb up the mountainside, Ochiai Village is an enduring example of a traditional Iya Valley hamlet.previous posts>>Experiencing Miyoshi City’s Historic Ochiai Village – Part 1Experiencing Miyoshi City’s Historic Ochiai Village – Part 2 One of the most wonderful aspects of Ochiai Village, and the reason why it is a nationally recognized Preservation District, is the large assortment of thatched roof farmhouses spread out across the village. Many of these centuries-old homes are still lived ...
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With its collection of thatched roof farmhouses, stone-lined walking paths, and terraced farm plots that climb up the mountainside, Ochiai Village is an enduring example of a traditional Iya Valley hamlet.previous post>>Experiencing Miyoshi City’s Historic Ochiai Village – Part 1 Although in times past the only way to get around Ochiai Village would have been on foot, nowadays there is a narrow road which twists and turns as it threads its way up through the village. And while the road may be convenient for general access, it is still possible to walk along the ancient pathways which interconn...
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With its collection of thatched roof farmhouses, stone-lined walking paths, and terraced farm plots that climb up the mountainside, Ochiai Village is an enduring example of a traditional Iya Valley hamlet.For anyone who has traveled around Japan, they will certainly know that the country is a land full of mountains. Actually, over 70% of the country is made up of mountains, and due to the steep inclines, inaccessibility, and other difficulties such places harbor, these areas are considered essentially uninhabitable (hence why most Japanese cities seem so densely packed). And while the Japanese...
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Tokushima Prefecture’s Miyoshi City is known for being home to many unexplored areas, and among these off-the-beaten path spots is the Ryugugake Park of the Iya Valley. Aside from the lack of crowds, it boasts Iya’s highest suspension footbridge, serene forests, and a lovely set of peaceful rental cabins. Welcome to Iya’s hideawayRyugugake Park is located within Miyoshi City’s Iya Valley in the eastern section of the valley, which is formally known as Higashi-Iya (East Iya), but locally referred to as Oku-Iya (Deep Iya). Comprised of breathtaking cliffs, dense virgin forest, and bisected by th...
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With continuous breathtaking views as it weaves along the ridge-line trail, the Tsurugi - Miune Traverse is one of the most majestic hiking routes in not just Miyoshi City, but in all of Shikoku. This 3 day (2 night) hike covers a total of about 25km and utilizes the mountaintop huts, with access to/from the trailheads by local bus.previous posts>>The Tsurugi –Miune Traverse | Hiking the Mountains of Miyoshi’s Iya Valley –Part 1The Tsurugi – Miune Traverse | Hiking the Mountains of Miyoshi’s Iya Valley – Part 2The Tsurugi – Miune Traverse | Hiking the Mountains of Miyoshi’s Iya Valley – Part 3...
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Known for being a historically remote area, Miyoshi City’s hidden Iya Valley is located deep within the mountains of central Shikoku and is dotted with lots of thatched-roof farmhouses that are perched its hillsides. Staying in one of these traditional homes is a one-of-a-kind opportunity, with the Kouya Guesthouse providing one of Iya’s most rewarding experiences. previous post>>Kouya, A Traditional Iya Guesthouse -Part 2 | Local Cuisine Cooked the Old Fashioned WayKouya, A Traditional Iya Guesthouse – Part 1 | A Family-Run Retreat in a Hidden Land Unique times at a countryside homeOne of the...
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The Iya Valley is a historically secluded part of Miyoshi City in the middle of Shikoku. Within the valley’s many small hillside hamlets can be found Kouya, a historic Iya home that offers classic architecture, traditional local-style meals, and hands-on activities. No doubt, staying here is a one-of-a-kind experience. A century-old home within the deep Iya ValleyThe web of one-lane roads that branched up the mountainside were almost like a labyrinth. Though I had driven out to here several times before, I was still a bit confused with where to turn next. I was heading to Kouya, which is a gue...
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