Shimanami Kaido is a 74 kilometres bikeway that connects Japan’s main island of Honshu to the island of Shikoku.

Sanuki udon is probably one of the most (if not the most) popular udon or wheat noodle in Japan. Hailing from Kagawa, the modern name of Sanuki , Sanuki udon is most well-known for its very firm and elastic, chewy texture or what the locals describe as “Koshi ga aru”.

Like many people in Japan, I work a Monday to Friday, though not always 9 to 5, white collar job. It can be stressful at times, and it can also wear you down physically as well as mentally.

When I am tired of the mundane routine activities and hectic days during the week, I take a break during weekends - the best time for natural tourism.

Kiya Ryokan is a unique kind of Ryokan where the modern and the traditional come together and is a Ryokan experience unlike any other! It is located in the heart of Uwajima a city in the south of Ehime prefecture.

It is hard to believe, but Japan does indeed have an Udon Prefecture. Located on the small island of shikoku, Kagawa is famously known as the “Udon-ken” for being very famous with these delicious thick wheat floured noodles.

Located on the slopes of Mount Zozu in the Nakatado district of Kagawa prefecture, sits the Shinto shrine of Kotohira, also known as Konpira-san.

I have often visited Matsuyama in my free time, and the best thing about it would have to be the beautiful Matsuyama castle sitting upon Mount Katsuyama in the middle of the city center of Ehime prefecture. This castle was built continuously since 1603 and is one of the twelve original castles in Japan that were built before the Edo era and is still intact till today.

Ehime is located on the smallest island of Japan, Shikoku island, more than 500 kilometres far from Tokyo. The biggest city in Ehime is Matsuyama. You will find the combination of modernity and tradition in this city.

If you are in Shikoku Island and are looking for a place to ski, snowboard or just play in the snow, then Ikawa Ski Resort Kainayama is the place to be.

Ritsurin Garden, designated as one of Japan’s National Scenic Beauty, is a Japanese garden located in Kagawa Prefecture of Shikoku Island. It took 100 years for construction that started as early as 1625 by the feudal lord of Takamatsu at the time, Ikoma Takotoshi.

In this second part of our guide to the Naruto Whirlpools, we will introduce you to our recommended restaurant and accommodation nearby.