Hotel plans in Anan・Minami・Kaiyo

Recommended Tourist Information

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  Yakuoji Temple

  This is the last temple in Tokushima Prefecture that is a part of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage route, and it is famous as a temple to ward off bad luck or misfortune. There are three sets of stairs - one with 33 stairs, one with 42 stairs, and one with 61 stairs. These are the years of misfortune for women, men, and those who turn 60 (61 in the old calendar) respectively . By climbing and leaving a coin on each step, it's said that one can prevent misfortune from occurring during that year.

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  Cable Car to Tairyuji Temple

  This is the longest cable car (in Japanese, 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.

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  Dual Mode Vehicle（DMV）

  This vehicle runs on both tracks and roads and Asa Coast Railway began operating the world's first DMV here in 2021 between Tokushima and Kochi prefectures. It is attracting a lot of attention as both a unique mode of transportation and as a tourist attraction. You can enjoy a train and bus trip while visiting tourist spots along the line.

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  Tebajima Island

  This is a small island with a circumference of about 4 km about 15 minutes by small ferry from Mugi Port. This traditional fishing village community has been selected as one of the country's important traditional buildings, and the lighthouse offers a magnificent view. Many subtropical plants grow wild, including the national natural treasure Shiratamamo, as well as Hibiscus and Hamayu. Art exhibitions on the island are very popular. There are no cars on the island, so the islanders love to use handcarts called "cat cars."