【2026 Oct 25th - 31st】Shikoku – Tokushima, Shodoshima & Kagawa: Discover Stunning Valleys, Seto Inland Sea Views, Hot Springs & Traditional Culture

Departure: October 24, 2026｜Duration: 6 Nights / 7 Days｜Meals: All Included

Price: $3,190.00

Early-Bird Discount: $2,940.00 (if paid in full by April 28)

Deposit: $400 / Single Room Supplement: +$600

October 24 (Sat)

Depart for Tokyo on your preferred airline.

Day 1｜Sun, Oct 25 – Arrival in Tokyo & Free Time

Arrive in Tokyo from the U.S. and spend free time at Haneda Airport until check-in.
Relax, explore the surrounding area, or prepare for the journey ahead at your own pace.

Accommodation: Haneda Excel Hotel Tokyu (or similar) – Check-in from 3:00 PM

Day 2｜Mon, Oct 26 – Tokushima Sightseeing

After breakfast, take a domestic flight from Haneda to Tokushima Airport. (8:55 AM - 10:15 AM)
Upon arrival, travel by private coach to Naruto, and visit the Uzunomichi Observation Deck to witness the spectacular Naruto whirlpools.

Stop at Kurukuru Naruto Roadside Station, where you can enjoy local specialties such as seafood raised in the fast currents of Naruto and Naruto sweet potatoes for lunch.

Next, head to Tokushima City to experience the Awa Odori Kaikan, a cultural center showcasing Tokushima’s famous traditional dance.

In the afternoon, take the Mt. Bizan Ropeway to the summit for panoramic views of Tokushima City and the Naruto Strait.

Accommodation: AoAwo Naruto Resort (or similar)

Day 3｜Tue, Oct 27 – Historical Exploration

After breakfast, visit the Ai no Kan Indigo Dyeing Museum & Historical House to learn about Tokushima’s traditional indigo dyeing culture and try hands-on dyeing yourself.

Next, visit Ryozenji Temple, the first temple of the Shikoku 88-Temple Pilgrimage, marking the start of this historic pilgrimage route.

After lunch, stroll through Udatsu Townscape, a well-preserved Edo-period street, and immerse yourself in its historic architecture and traditional Japanese atmosphere.

Accommodation: AoAwo Naruto Resort (or similar)

Day 4｜Wed, Oct 28 – Koboke & Oboke Gorges

After breakfast, travel by bus to the Koboke & Oboke Gorges. Enjoy a short walk to scenic viewpoints for breathtaking vistas. Let’s take a sightseeing boat to admire the gorges, dramatic rock formations, and crystal-clear rivers from the water.

Stop at a local roadside station along the way to rest and browse regional specialties.
In the afternoon, travel by private coach to Kotohira Onsen Village.
Check in and relax in the hot springs, then enjoy a traditional kaiseki dinner featuring local ingredients.

Accommodation: Onyado Shikishimakan (or similar)

Day 5｜Thu, Oct 29 – Shodoshima Island

This morning, travel from Kotohira to Takamatsu Port and take a ferry to Shodoshima Island. Visit Kankakei Ropeway, famous for autumn foliage, and enjoy panoramic views of the gorge and the Seto Inland Sea from the summit.

For lunch, taste the island specialty somen noodles. Afterwards, visit a location preserving Shodoshima’s traditional soy sauce culture, then explore Nijushi no Hitomi Film Village, where you can experience the atmosphere of the famous movie.

Return by ferry to Takamatsu Port in the evening and spend the night again at Kotohira Onsen Village, enjoying the hot springs and dinner.

Accommodation: Onyado Shikishimakan (or similar)

Day 6｜Fri, Oct 30 – Takamatsu Sightseeing

After breakfast, visit Takamatsu Bonsai Village to experience Shikoku’s traditional horticultural culture. For lunch, savor Sanuki udon, a local specialty.

In the afternoon, visit Yashima, known for the historic Genpei War battle. From the summit, enjoy sweeping views of the Seto Inland Sea islands and Takamatsu city — a

picture-perfect landscape. After sightseeing, travel by private coach to Takamatsu Airport and fly back to Haneda. (5:20 PM - 6:35 PM)

Accommodation: Haneda Excel Hotel Tokyu (or similar)

Day 7｜Sat, Oct 31 – Departure

After breakfast, conclude your Shikoku journey.
Sayonara… until our next adventure!