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Kamikatsu

Kamikatsu

上勝町

Tokushima · Shikoku

A mountain village of 1,500 people that sorts waste into 45 categories and aims for zero landfill. Visit the Zero Waste Center, eat at the on-site cafe, and see what a circular economy looks like at human scale.

Why it's hidden

It's not a tourist destination — it's a working community that occasionally welcomes curious travellers.

Best season
Year-round
Crowd level
Hidden gem
Opening hours
Seasonal — see below

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Closures

  • Zero Waste Center 9:00–17:00, closed Wednesdays

Travel tipRental car from Tokushima city; no rail access.

Tags

SustainabilityZero-wasteCommunityvillagerelaxation

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