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Uwajima, Ozu
Ehime
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Uwajima, Ozu
Ehime
4.1
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Uwajima, Ozu
A place that has prospered as a paper and candle production site since the Edo period. The Kabuki theater "Uchiko-za," built in the early Taisho period, still holds performances with its original flower path and revolving stage. The entire district of Yokaichi/Gokoku, with its old houses and shops, has been designated as an important preservation district for traditional buildings. You can enjoy a time slip feeling with the white plaster and tile roofs of the streetscape. In Uchiko-cho, there are various fruit farms from strawberries to apples, and you can enjoy fruit picking almost all year round.
Uwajima, Ozu
5 Highlights
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Yokaichi Gokoku Machinami
A beautiful town with a charming atmosphere that is quintessentially Japanese
The townscape of Yokaichi Gokoku gives visitors the feeling of having slipped back in time. Buildings constructed during the late Edo period through the Taisho period still remain, and the area has been designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings by the Japanese government. One way to enjoy the area is to compare the unique features of each building.
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Yokaichi Gokoku Machinami
A beautiful town with a charming atmosphere that is quintessentially Japanese
The townscape of Yokaichi Gokoku gives visitors the feeling of having slipped back in time. Buildings constructed during the late Edo period through the Taisho period still remain, and the area has been designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings by the Japanese government. One way to enjoy the area is to compare the unique features of each building.
02
Uwajima Castle
A famous castle in Shikoku built by a master castle builder
Uwajima Castle was built by Tadakatsu Fujii, a master castle builder. It is also known as "Tsurushima Castle" and one of the twelve existing towers is designated as an important cultural property of the country. The beautiful white walls are also one of its attractions.
02
Uwajima Castle
A famous castle in Shikoku built by a master castle builder
Uwajima Castle was built by Tadakatsu Fujii, a master castle builder. It is also known as "Tsurushima Castle" and one of the twelve existing towers is designated as an important cultural property of the country. The beautiful white walls are also one of its attractions.
03
Garyu Sanso
A famous building, Garyu-in, is worth a visit!
Garyu Sanso was developed by a wealthy merchant named Kawauchi Torajiro during the Meiji era. There are several buildings within the mountain villa, but Garyu-in, in particular, is a famous building that took 10 years to plan and 4 years to build. It is a charming building with a thatched roof and is a must-visit spot for those who love Japanese culture.
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Garyu Sanso
A famous building, Garyu-in, is worth a visit!
Garyu Sanso was developed by a wealthy merchant named Kawauchi Torajiro during the Meiji era. There are several buildings within the mountain villa, but Garyu-in, in particular, is a famous building that took 10 years to plan and 4 years to build. It is a charming building with a thatched roof and is a must-visit spot for those who love Japanese culture.
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Uchiko-za
A theater that has been in operation for over 100 years
Uchiko-za has been loved by local residents since the Taisho era. It is a valuable spot where you can not only walk on the hanamichi (flower path) and stand on the stage during a tour, but also see unique facilities of a theater such as the naraku (trapdoor) and suppon (turtle shell).
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Uchiko-za
A theater that has been in operation for over 100 years
Uchiko-za has been loved by local residents since the Taisho era. It is a valuable spot where you can not only walk on the hanamichi (flower path) and stand on the stage during a tour, but also see unique facilities of a theater such as the naraku (trapdoor) and suppon (turtle shell).
05
Sada Cape
The longest and narrowest peninsula in Japan, stretching about 50 kilometers
Sada Cape, which separates the Seto Inland Sea and the Uwa Sea, is the longest and narrowest peninsula in Japan and is also the westernmost point of Shikoku. The Sada Cape Lighthouse, located at the tip of the peninsula, is known for its beautiful white lighthouse, and the Melody Line leading up to the lighthouse is also known as a scenic driving course where you can enjoy the view.
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Sada Cape
The longest and narrowest peninsula in Japan, stretching about 50 kilometers
Sada Cape, which separates the Seto Inland Sea and the Uwa Sea, is the longest and narrowest peninsula in Japan and is also the westernmost point of Shikoku. The Sada Cape Lighthouse, located at the tip of the peninsula, is known for its beautiful white lighthouse, and the Melody Line leading up to the lighthouse is also known as a scenic driving course where you can enjoy the view.
Recommended Spots
Local Cuisine
Uwajima Tai Meshi
A local flavor that you must try when you come to Ehime.
Tai Meshi is famous as a Uwajima gourmet in Ehime prefecture, but there are also many specialty shops in Matsuyama city. It's a fisherman's dish where raw sea bream is mixed with soy sauce-based broth and eggs, and then placed on hot rice. Once you try it, you won't forget the taste.
Satsuma
Local cuisine that makes it easy to eat dry rice.
It is a local cuisine that was devised to make it easier to eat dry rice, which was often eaten in the Iyo region. Grilled fish is grated and mixed with dashi, and eaten together with rice. The flavor of rice and fish goes well together, and it is attractive that it can be eaten smoothly!
Imotaki
A local cuisine from Ozu, simmered taro and others.
It is a local cuisine of Ozu, simmered with plenty of taro. In addition to taro, ingredients such as fried tofu, konjac, and chicken are simmered in a soy sauce-based broth. You can enjoy the fluffy and smooth taro, and the gentle and warm taste.
Ozu Croquette
Local croquette in Ozu, mixed with grated yamaimo.
A local croquette in Ozu that combines the local dish "imotaki" with croquette. It contains ingredients such as taro, konjac, and chicken, and has a sticky texture. You can enjoy a croquette that is different from usual.
Yawatahama Champon
Local champon arranged in Yawatahama style.
Champon arranged in Yawatahama style, based on noodle culture in Nagasaki and other places. It has a light taste with chicken, kelp, and bonito broth. It's also voluminous with plenty of vegetables, pork, and processed fish cakes as ingredients.
Basic Information
Hotel Average Cost
¥8,623
Average Budget
(1 night, 2 days)
(1 night, 2 days)
¥28,811
Best Season
2~6 Month
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