A deep, mist-bound gorge in Shikoku's mountainous interior, where vine bridges sway over jade water and feudal-era refugees once hid from pursuers. Most foreign visitors stop in Tokushima city and never reach the highlands.

Best season

Spring · Autumn (koyo peaks early november)

Crowd level

Hidden gem

Rating

4.5· 50 reviews

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