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Itinerary
Whispers of the Past and Nature's Embrace in Shikoku
7 days · 7 stops · ¥80,000–¥120,000
A week-long journey through Shikoku's untouched valleys and historic towns, blending adventure with tranquility.
Days
Tokushima City
Tokushima
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Schedule
Day 01 of 07Land at TKS · from JFK · 1 traveler
Renting a car? Check the license rules
Some licenses (FR/DE/CH/BE/TW) need a JAF translation, not an IDP — 5-min guide.
Stay
Tokushima · 1 night
Dates flexible · 1 guest
14:00
EXPLORE
徳島市
Stay ~3h
Tokushima Station
Begin your journey with a leisurely exploration of Tokushima, preparing for the adventure ahead.
Getting around, region by region
Your route mixes city and countryside — here's the best mode for each leg.
Tokushima · Day 1
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Iya Valley · Day 2
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Tokushima · Day 3
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Naoshima & Takamatsu → Shimanami Kaido · Days 4–6
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Tokushima · Day 7
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Rental car: pick up in Iya Valley (Day 2), drop off after Shimanami Kaido (Day 6). Skip it for the city legs.
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JR Pass
Your route spans 3 prefectures — a 7-day JR Pass (from ¥50,000) covers shinkansen and most express trains between these stops, paying for itself with 2–3 long-distance journeys.
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Rental car recommended
Several stops on this route are in rural areas with limited rail access. A rental car from the nearest city hub gives you the freedom to reach places no bus serves.
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Ferry required
At least one destination is accessible only by ferry. Book in advance — island ferries sell out weeks ahead in peak season (Apr–May, Jul–Aug).
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Journey map
Trip budget · お見積り
¥12,000–¥23,500 / person / day
¥85,000–¥165,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 0 travel legs and 6 hotel nights. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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Sleep in a centuries-old ryokan. Tatami floors, onsen, and a 7-course kaiseki.
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