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Iya Valley (Miyoshi)
Tokushima 510m
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Iya Valley is a remote mountain valley in Miyoshi, Tokushima Prefecture, known for deep gorges, vine bridges, hot springs, thatched hamlets, and slow roads through western Shikoku. It is a true stay-base destination for travelers who want rural Japan, walking, rafting, and dramatic scenery.
💡Why Visit?
Visit Iya Valley for vine bridges, Oboke and Koboke gorges, hot springs, and one of Shikoku's most atmospheric mountain landscapes.
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3 Days
Quick Facts
RegionTokushima
CountryJapan
Altitude510m
Budget Stay¥9,000*/night
Budget Food¥3,500*/day
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🌡️ Weather & Best Time
Aug · Drizzle
This destination has a high-altitude climate with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 18°C annually.
Temperature range (°C)
Aug
☀️Drizzle
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Temperature22° – 30°C
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Rainfall190mm
💡Okay
💡Moderate — expect frequent rain
Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo
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Where to Stay
🎒 Deluxe
¥9,000*/night
- Simple guesthouse
- Mountain minshuku
🏨 Premium
¥22,000*/night
- Onsen ryokan with meals
- Restored farmhouse stay
✨ Luxury
¥55,000*/night
- Premium gorge-view ryokan
- Private heritage farmhouse stay
⛺ Camping available · ¥3,000*/night
Local Cuisine
⭐ Iya sobalocal
⭐ Dekomawashi skewerslocal
Amego river fishlocal