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Anan・Minami・Kaiyo
One of the attractions of this area in southern Tokushima Prefecture is the coastline with its many different expressions.There are winding inlets and bays, a flat line where the Pacific Ocean stretches out, and beaches known for spawning sea turtles. The undulating terrain of ocean, mountains, and rivers is a mecca for outdoor sports such as surfing, SUP, kayaking, diving, fishing, trekking, and cycling. It is also known for its fresh seafood such as lobsters, abalone, and blue-ringed squid, as well as its jidori (locally raised chicken), Awaodori.
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Anan・Minami・Kaiyo area
Let's ride DMV in "a prefecture without trains"! Southern Tokushima Model Course
Tokushima Prefecture is the only prefecture in all prefectures without electric train service. All trains that run are diesel-powered via fuel. However, the world's first vehicle, the DMV, is in operation in Tokushima.Take a DMV ride along the coastline or enjoy activities in the beautiful ocean. Here is a model course heading to southern Tokushima, where you can enjoy the sea, mountains, and rivers.
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Anan・Minami・Kaiyo area
Tairyuji Temple, a temple related to Kukai
A pilgrimage to the 88 sacred sites in Shikoku. Tokushima Prefecture, where the first through 23rd pilgrimage sites are located, is a "place of spiritual development." Among them, there are some difficult spots known as "henro-korogashi," and one of them is Tairyuji Temple. It is said that Kobo Daishi, Kukai, spent 100 days on his difficult pilgrimage, and the temple is also called "Koya in the west".
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Anan・Naka・Kito
Enjoy the fantastic world of LED lights in Anan, the City of Light. SUP experience on the Pacific Ocean is also attractive. "Nekogami-sama"(The cat god)and the longest ropeway in western Japan are also waiting for you. You can also learn new ways of thinking in the land where Kobo Daishi practiced Buddhism.In Kito, taste fresh yuzu and take a deep breath.
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Minami・Mugi・Shishikui
Activate your senses in the south of Tokushima. Drive along the coastline or just listen to the beautiful sound of the waves.Try your hand at fishing in the birthplace of rock fishing, or make your surfing debut at one of the best surf spots in Japan.You can also try DMV, the world's first vehicle, or take a natural hot spring bath.Finally, reward yourself with a gem such as lobster or abalone.
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【Tokushima】Experience using a real pizza oven | Make pizzas or gratins!
Why not use an authentic pizza oven to make pizzas and gratins? Cooking in the great outdoors is a special experience. Enjoy this unusual experience with your family, friends or as a couple. ♢Tsubadani Shizen Taikenmura♢ We offer you memorable nature experiences. We have a varied menu of experiences such as 'Zip-line', 'Camping', 'BBQ', 'Pizza baking', 'Wood chopping', 'River play' and much more.The park is suitable for families, friends, couples and various other groups. Enjoy the extraordinary space surrounded by the great nature, which you can't enjoy in urban areas. ♢About the plan♢ ・Starting time 11:00-19:00 ・About fees 5,000yen ♢Notes♢ The fire will be managed by the staff. Please prepare all ingredients you wish to cook by yourself (pizza, gratin, anything you like). ？How to book ①Select the date and time in the calendar. ②Please apply with the number "1" for "Select number of participants(Pizza oven rental)".
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Tairyuji rope-way Take a ropeway to Tairyuji Temple, a sacred site of 88 temples on Shikoku Island, also known as "Koya in the
The Tairyuji rope-way connects the Washinosato Station in Naka Town to the Tairyuji Station in Anan City. With a total length of 2,775 meters, it is the longest ropeway in western Japan and is a rare ropeway that crosses mountains and rivers. This ropeway is a direct route to Shashinzan Tairyuji Temple, the 21st temple of the 88 temples of Shikoku, located at the top of Mt.Tairyuji. The temple was previously accessible only on foot and was one of the most difficult spots on the pilgrimage, but with the opening of this route, many visitors can now easily climb the temple. 【How to book】 ①Please select the date of your visit. ②Please select "8:00" for the time. ※Tickets can be used for any operation of your choice on the same day. ③Please select the number of tickets you would like for the number of participants. ④On the day of your visit, please tell the name of the person who made the reservation at the ticket counter. You will receive a ticket. 【About the ropeway】 ・Operating hours: 8:00-16:40 (last service upstream) ・The operation runs every 20 minutes ・Operation interval changes during heavy traffic. 【Location】 76, Tano, Naga-cho, Naga-gun, Tokushima 771-5203, Japan Tairyuji Ropeway
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Experience making miso with pesticide-free ingredients
Experience making miso with pesticide-free ingredients in a 150- year-old Japanese traditional folk house! We use local mineral water for making miso. The beans are carefully cooked over a bonfire. Make miso in the traditional way in a relaxed atmosphere. After the experience, you can take home 2 kg （about 4．4lbs） of miso. After taking it home, you have to let the miso rest at least 3 months before you can eat it. The taste of miso changes depending on the length of time it is left to rest. Make your own special miso with safe ingredients! 【Ingredients】 Pesticide-free soybeans Pesticide-free rice yeast Sun-dried salt local mineral water ♢About Mugi Aozora Project ♢ We operate nature experience tours in the field in southern Tokushima Prefecture. In 150- year-old Japanese traditional folk house, you can experience country life in all four seasons. We also offer tours for children aged 0 years and up. Our staff have over 15 years of experience in nature activities. Please feel free to visit us!
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【Tokushima】Empty-handed BBQ | Enjoy a barbecue in the great outdoors with your favourite ingredients!
This BBQ plan includes a complete set of equipment. Just bring your own food and drinks and enjoy BBQ in the great outdoors. There is also a covered kitchen space, so no need to worry even if it rains! (Reservations can be made for 3000 yen per plot) ♢Tsubadani Shizen Taikenmura♢ We offer you memorable nature experiences. We have a varied menu of experiences such as 'Zip-line', 'Camping', 'BBQ', 'Pizza baking', 'Wood chopping', 'River play' and much more.The park is suitable for families, friends, couples and various other groups. Enjoy the extraordinary space surrounded by the great nature, which you can't enjoy in urban areas. ♢About the Plan ♢ ・Time 10:00 - 17:00. ・Prices Junior high school students and above: 2000 yen Primary schools students: 1000 yen Preschool children: free Covered space (1 plot): 3000 yen* *You can book this as an additional option. Please note that if you forget to book the covered space, the space will be uncovered. ・Possible number of bookings From 4 persons can be booked.
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【Tokushima×Stand Up Paddleboard】Relaxing SUP cruising on crystal clear sea
The sea in southern Tokushima Prefecture is extremely clear, making it a great place for marine activities. Enjoy a relaxing SUP cruise on the Osuna Coast as the main field. An experienced instructor will give you a lecture on how to paddle a SUP. Once you get used to it, you can try yoga on the board. Children 5 years old and above can participate in this activity. Grab your friends and family, and get ready to experience a SUP with us! *The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather. ♢About Mugi Aozora Project ♢ We operate nature experience tours in the field in southern Tokushima Prefecture. In 150- year-old Japanese traditional folk house, you can experience country life in all four seasons. We also offer tours for children aged 0 years and up. Our staff have over 15 years of experience in nature activities. Please feel free to visit us!
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【Tokushima×Packrafting】 challenging course / Children 12 years old and above can participate
This is a whitewater packraft tour for junior high school students and older. This course is recommended for those who want to try river rafting alone or for those who want to enjoy a relaxing river rafting experience. Our instructors have over 10 years' experience, so don't worry if it's your first time. ♢What is packraft? A packraft is a single-seated inflatable boat (air-filled boat). It was created as an item for adventurers to use when rafting and crossing rivers during their adventures. It is highly portable and weighs only 3 kg! You can easily carry it in your rucksack. Due to their large surface area, these packrafts are not as difficult to handle as kayaks and canoes, and there is less risk of capsizing. If there is no current, you can quickly and easily cruise on the water. With some practice, you will be able to cruise rivers with a slightly faster current. * 12 years old and above can participate in this activity. * The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather. ♢About Mugi Aozora Project ♢ We operate nature experience tours in the field in southern Tokushima Prefecture. In 150- year-old Japanese traditional folk house, you can experience country life in all four seasons. We also offer tours for children aged 0 years and up. Our staff have over 15 years of experience in nature activities. Please feel free to visit us!
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Experience making baumkuchen with bamboo!
Experience making baumkuchen with bamboo while surrounded by nature! Start with preparing the bamboo. Cutting the bamboo with a saw, drilling air holes... Have a unique experience that you can only find here! Once the bamboo sticks are ready, we make the dough and bake it. The baking process is divided into two people, one to hold the bamboo sticks and the other to pour the dough over them. On the premises, you can meet the goats and chickens in charge of cutting the grass. The bamboo leaves cut during the experience are cleanly eaten by the goats. This is an environmentally friendly tour that also includes bamboo forest maintenance. Families, friends and groups are welcome to participate. (Reservations possible from 2 persons). *The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather. ♢About Mugi Aozora Project ♢ We operate nature experience tours in the field in southern Tokushima Prefecture. In 150- year-old Japanese traditional folk house, you can experience country life in all four seasons. We also offer tours for children aged 0 years and up. Our staff have over 15 years of experience in nature activities. Please feel free to visit us!
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【Tokushima×Rafting】 adventure course / Children 10 years old and above can participate
This course is great for beginners and can be enjoyed by children and adults. A slight upgrade from the family course, paddling through surging rapids. Don't worry if it's your first time, as you'll be supported by guides with over 10 years' experience * Children 10 years old and above can participate in this activity. *The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather. ♢About Mugi Aozora Project ♢ We operate nature experience tours in the field in southern Tokushima Prefecture. In 150- year-old Japanese traditional folk house, you can experience country life in all four seasons. We also offer tours for children aged 0 years and up. Our staff have over 15 years of experience in nature activities. Please feel free to visit us!
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【Tokushima/SUP】Enjoy Stand Up Paddle boarding in the blue sea of Anan, Tokushima !
◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆ ＊＊GOGOSUP&CAFE＊＊ Stand-up paddle boarding is a sport which you stand on a board and paddle through the water at the ocean or riverside. The boards are thicker and longer than surfboards, making them comparatively more stable, and can be enjoyed by beginners, children and adults of all genders. This is the perfect plan for beginners, or those who want to enjoy marine sports with their children or friends. There is a changing room and showers available so that you can enjoy SUP comfortably. ＊＊Schedule＊＊ (1) Reception Please come to GOGOSUP&CAFE 30 minutes before the starting time. Please mention to the staff that you have a reservation. (2) Explanation and lessons Your instructor will explain about the flow of the experience and will give you a 10-15 minute lesson of how to ride and paddle a SUP. (3) Start the tour At first you will paddle standing on your knees, and when you get used to it, you can stand up. Once you've learned how to paddle well, let's go and see some of the best spots in the area! (4) Dismissed on site After the experience, please relax and enjoy a smoothie or hot dog in the attached café. ＊＊Starting time＊＊ Morning 9.30am -, 11am - Afternoon 1.30pm -, 3pm- *Please arrive 30 minutes before each time. Experience time About 1 hour (excluding time for changing and explanation). ＊＊Price＊＊ Adults (middle school students and up): 4,400 yen(Tax included) Primary schools students：3,300yen(Tax included) ＊＊About Us＊＊ Closed: Wednesday Please note that the shop may be closed without prior notice. ＊＊Access＊＊ 1 hour drive from Tokushima IC. ＊＊Notes＊＊ ・Please present your confirmation email to our staff on the day of your visit. ・Please note that the plans may differ from those on the website. ・Please make sure you have your own insurance before the day of your experience. (Optional) ・The experience fee includes a SUP board, paddle, leash, wetsuit, lifejacket and shoes. ・All you need to bring is a swimming costume, towel and flip flops. ・We recommend that you also bring a drink, hat and sunscreen. ・The location of the experience may be changed depending on the weather on the day. ◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆
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Canoeing on a crystal clear river! 0-year-olds and pets are welcome.
Southern Tokushima has many beautiful, crystal-clear rivers inhabited by ayu (sweetfish) and tenagaebi (shrimp). We can provide life jackets that can be worn from the age of 0, so the whole family can participate. Canoes are highly stable and can be enjoyed with children. The rocking of the canoe is so comfortable that some children fall asleep. Experienced staff will give you a detailed lecture on how to paddle and play canoeing, so it is recommended for first-timers. Grab your friends and family, and get ready to experience a SUP with us! *The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather. ♢About Mugi Aozora Project ♢ We operate nature experience tours in the field in southern Tokushima Prefecture. In 150- year-old Japanese traditional folk house, you can experience country life in all four seasons. We also offer tours for children aged 0 years and up. Our staff have over 15 years of experience in nature activities. Please feel free to visit us!
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Tairyuji Ropeway -The longest ropeway in western Japan-
The Tairyuji Ropeway is the longest ropeway in western Japan, with a total length of 2,775 meters and a height difference of 422 meters, connecting Washinosato Station to Tairyuji Station in Anan City.It offers an extensive panoramic view of the Naka River Wajiki Line, the Tsurugi mountain range, Kii Waterway, and Tachibana Bay. It is also a direct route to Tairyuji Temple, the 21st temple of the 88 sacred places on Shikoku Island, located on the summit of Tairyuji Temple.
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Dual Mode Vehicle（DMV）
A DMV (Dual Mode Vehicle) is a vehicle that runs on both tracks and roads.Asa Coast Railway has begun operating the world's first DMV in 2021. It operates between Tokushima and Kochi prefectures and is attracting attention as both a local transportation and tourist resource. You can enjoy a train and bus trip while visiting tourist spots along the line.
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Teba Island, a remote island where time passes slowly
Tewa Island is a small island with a circumference of about 4 km offshore, about 15 minutes by liner from Muki Port.The traditional fishing village community has been selected as one of the country's important traditional buildings.The Teba Island Lighthouse offers a magnificent view.Many subtropical plants grow wild, including the national natural treasure Shiratamamo, as well as Hibiscus and Hamayu.Art exhibitions set on the island are also popular.There are no cars on the island, and the islanders love to use handcarts called "cat cars," which are full of emotion.There are no restaurants, so finish your meal and cross over to the island.
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Surfing - Ride the Waves of Tokushima! -
Tokushima has many surf spots that can be enjoyed by both beginners and advanced surfers.You can enjoy surfing in a wide range of areas, including Naruto City, the northern part of Tokushima City, and the southern part from Anan City to Kaiyo Town. Tokushima Prefecture has produced many professional surfers and is sometimes called "Awa no Kuni, the surfing capital of Japan.In particular, the southern part of the country and the eastern part of Kochi Prefecture are the best surfing areas in Shikoku.
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