Area Tokushima City Tokushima City is the capital of Tokushima Prefecture and home to Japan's most famous dance festival, Awa Odori. Every August, the Obon Festival is held over three days to honor the ancestors..
Culture Shikoku Travel Guide Matthew Vachon Japan's smallest island, Shikoku, is the perfect weekend getaway spot for foodies and nature lovers alike. Learn what two of..
Culture Tokushima Yokai Festival 2024 Mid Nov Miyoshi City in Tokushima Prefecture on Japan's Shikoku island holds an annual yokai ghost festival in November. Local residents..
Keeping Culture Alive and Dynamic in Nishi-Awa Featured Keeping Culture Alive and Dynamic in Nishi-Awa Adapting to changing times in the mountains
Activities Hungry in Hiwasa Arlene Bastion A hungry pilgrim finds eye candy in Hiwasa's immaculate sea and landscape.
Culture Awagami: Traditional Washi Paper Bronwyn O'Neill From Sprout to Sheet: Harvesting mulberry and oriental paper bush at the eighth-generational Awagami Factory, Tokushima.
Activities Naruto Whirlpool Boat Trip Anonymous The Naruto Whirlpools are a natural wonder that occurs in the Naruto Straits between Oge Island in Tokushima Prefecture and Awaji..
Culture A Tree Grows in Oasahiko Shrine Arlene Bastion The 2000 year old camphor tree at Oasahiko Shrine reflects Japan's veneration for its heritage trees, revering them as religious..