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Tokushima, Japan
On the eastern part of Shikoku Island, at the mouth of the Yoshino River, lies the enchanting town of Tokushima. Sample the unique hues of Awa Indigo, a 400-year-old blue textile said to have antibacterial and moisture retention properties. When you get hungry, prepare for a feast, since Tokushima boasts a wide variety of culinary specialties. Tour Aisai Hiroba, the largest fresh market in Shikoku. There you can sample local flavors like hand-pulled noodles and Sugata sushi (an entire fish stuffed with sushi rice!). Do not miss the Tatsue-ji Temple or the ruins of the Tokushima Castle to get a deeper taste of Shikoku history and culture. Discover flavors, places, people and even yourself at this unique destination in Japan.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Tokushima -
Time Zone
JST (Japan Standard Time); UTC/GMT +9 hours -
Language
The official language is Japanese. Jai, arigato gozaimasu, means “yes, thank you” and Kon'nichiwa is “hello.” To ask how much something is, say “Ikuradesu ka?” -
Currency & Shopping
Japanese Yen (JPY). Located on the 1st floor of the Awa Odori Kaikan, "Arudeyo Tokushima" carries a wide selection of specialties from all over the prefecture, including "Wasanbon" sugar, "Naruto Kintoki" sweet potatoes and Awa indigo dyed textiles. Enjoy daily Awa Odori performances inside the building. -
Famous For
Tokushima is known for the Awa Odori, the largest dance festival in Japan, attracting over 1.3 million tourists every year. Musicians and dancers dressed in traditional obon dance costumes chant and parade through the streets. -
Important
Prepare for Shikoku’s oceanic climate. It is a comfortable 54.5°F of annual average temperature but there is rainfall during all months of the year. So, bring your umbrella. -
Fun Fact #1
Otsuka Museum of Art is a "Ceramic board masterpiece art museum". Inside, you will find 1,000 ceramic reproductions of Western art. These masterpieces are reproduced to their original size using special techniques by the Otsuka Ohmi Ceramics Co., Ltd. Visitors can appreciate the true artistic value of the original works, and experience art museums of the world while being in Japan. -
Fun Fact #2
There are magnificent naturally forming whirlpools in the Naruto Straits. The site is truly unique. It can be enjoyed through glass viewing panels from the observatory built below the Naruto Bridge. For a closer look at the whirlpools, hop on a sightseeing boat trip. -
Fun Fact: Foodies
Don’t leave without trying the local ramen. Known for its hand-pulled noodles, a brown broth that comes from a mixture of pork bone and soy sauce, sukiyaki-style pork ribs and an egg to top it. -
Fun Fact: Landmarks
Walk through one of only three Iya Vine Bridges. Built In ancient times for daily travel, using vines that grow wild in the mountains, these bridges are kept today using traditional techniques that provide a truly thrilling experience.