Title: Things to Do in Shikoku in 2026 | Expedia.com [Shikoku Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Shikoku.dx6048154)[Hotels in Shikoku](https://expedia.com/Shikoku-Hotels.d6048154.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Shikoku](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Shikoku.d6048154.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Shikoku](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Shikoku.d6048154.Car-Rental-Guide)[Shikoku Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Shikoku.d6048154.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Shikoku ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Shikoku Types of activities Where to stay [Shikoku Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Shikoku.dx6048154) ![Shikoku which includes heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048154/14afe290-27e8-4d9e-afc9-11c6eccf790f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shikoku which includes heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048154/14afe290-27e8-4d9e-afc9-11c6eccf790f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shikoku which includes heritage elements and a cemetery](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048154/1e2e952d-8274-4ad6-bad9-cc7e32da79f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shikoku showing forest scenes and a waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048154/3c97a62c-882d-4752-a389-273ce5d162bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shikoku featuring heritage elements, a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048154/07f3bbc8-31d0-472a-9f98-3685b5edc7c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Shikoku Attractions Find out what makes Shikoku tick with some of the very best [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6048154&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips). Check out our top {6 fun activities in Shikoku [fun activities in Shikoku](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6048154&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}, and book with ease knowing that we offer free cancellation and no added fees. --- --- ### Most popular activities in Shikoku ### Tours & day trips [See all 36 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Shore Excursion Full Day Private Kochi Tour from Kochi port](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51007080/a75adacc-6468-413b-8150-478a98669573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Shore Excursion Full Day Private Kochi Tour from Kochi port 8h Free cancellation available $490 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/shore-excursion-full-day-private-kochi-tour-from-kochi-port.a51007080.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Onomichi and Ikuchijima Island Tour Temples Ropeway and Ferry](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49982291/6d65c385-62cc-478b-b682-470acbab70fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Onomichi and Ikuchijima Island Tour Temples Ropeway and Ferry 9h Free cancellation available $162 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/onomichi-and-ikuchijima-island-tour-temples-ropeway-and-ferry.a49982291.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Port Pick-Up: Kochi Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3065571/5cc50686-faa5-4823-bdfe-d047bf7dbe14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Port Pick-Up: Kochi Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle 6h 9/10 12 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $551 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kochi-half-day-private-trip-with-nationally-licensed-guide.a3065571.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Experience Meditation at Shounji Temple, Takehara Tadanoumi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48146667/a9d1f708-43a6-4b50-a1da-746d3107ad50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Experience Meditation at Shounji Temple, Takehara Tadanoumi 2h Free cancellation available $29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/experience-meditation-at-shounji-temple-takehara-tadanoumi.a48146667.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Iya Valley All Must-Sees Private Chauffeur Half-day Tour with a Driver](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1408320/eec9cb66-6dfb-4faf-a638-153af05b40d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Iya Valley All Must-Sees Private Chauffeur Half-day Tour with a Driver 4h 8/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $223 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/iya-valley-all-must-sees-private-chauffeur-half-day-tour-with-a-driver.a1408320.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Naoshima Art Island Day Tour from Takamatsu](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50976428/8fc145bc-e927-480c-a0c9-be02168a7026.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Naoshima Art Island Day Tour from Takamatsu 10h 30m $2,374 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/naoshima-art-island-day-tour-from-takamatsu.a50976428.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Takehara Historical Townscape & Rabbit Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49632311/eea92187-7fc1-4431-80eb-66b003e0f885.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Takehara Historical Townscape & Rabbit Island 9h Free cancellation available $162 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/takehara-historical-townscape-sake-tasting-rabbit-island.a49632311.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Private Iya Valley Half Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49772527/39a7a4b4-dcb5-4a04-bdf7-8d4f6a9319f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Iya Valley Half Day Tour 4h 30m Free cancellation available $287 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-iya-valley-half-day-tour.a49772527.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Explore Kochi: private tour by Car with licensed guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50823777/171be767-a264-426a-8f21-559dc2406dd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore Kochi: private tour by Car with licensed guide 8h Free cancellation available $1,580 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/explore-kochi-private-tour-by-car-with-licensed-guide.a50823777.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Matsuyama Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3019913/a568813b-be07-4b63-b9fc-3187b3a770f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Matsuyama Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide 6h Free cancellation available $300 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/matsuyama-full-day-private-trip-with-government-licensed-guide.a3019913.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Experience Meditation at Shounji Temple, Takehara Tadanoumi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48146667/a9d1f708-43a6-4b50-a1da-746d3107ad50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Experience Meditation at Shounji Temple, Takehara Tadanoumi 2h Free cancellation available $29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/experience-meditation-at-shounji-temple-takehara-tadanoumi.a48146667.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Experience Authentic Japanese Home Cooking](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49717685/c3404270-2cb1-40b9-8b07-32b8696a8737.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Experience Authentic Japanese Home Cooking 3h Free cancellation available $89 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/experience-authentic-japanese-home-cooking.a49717685.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Indigo Dyeing Experience : Scarf / Tokushima, Shikoku](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46607498/3f1d3c71-cf83-4d66-b4aa-6a20041dd728.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Indigo Dyeing Experience : Scarf / Tokushima, Shikoku 1h Free cancellation available $36 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/indigo-dyeing-experience-in-wakimachi-mima-city.a46607498.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Takamatsu Kimono, Crafts, and Calligraphy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50703734/62f7eec7-f15e-4362-b470-43395fca552f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Takamatsu Kimono, Crafts, and Calligraphy 2h 30m Free cancellation available $210 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/takamatsu-kimono-crafts-and-calligraphy.a50703734.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Indigo Dyeing Experience : Handkerchief / Tokushima, Shikoku](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48536819/280244e7-a699-4063-a680-b92febb7cc5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Indigo Dyeing Experience : Handkerchief / Tokushima, Shikoku 1h Free cancellation available $13 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/indigo-dyeing-experience-handkerchief-tokushima-shikoku.a48536819.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Kojima Denim Processing Factory Tour & Workshop with Interpreter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48569046/6cb5a2cf-4e55-44ec-8eb1-2cdb6e307844.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kojima Denim Processing Factory Tour & Workshop with Interpreter 4h 30m $415 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tea-ceremony-in-the-kurashiki-bikan-historical-quarter.a48569046.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Private Takamatsu Food Beer Tasting Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49730805/933137fa-9055-441c-972c-489d3c12e176.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Takamatsu Food Beer Tasting Experience 4h 30m Free cancellation available $319 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-takamatsu-food-beer-tasting-experience.a49730805.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Japanese Cultural Experience by Nationally Certified Beauticians](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50094400/1cda1a45-3cad-4739-a234-a30e7e1d1673.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Japanese Cultural Experience by Nationally Certified Beauticians 2h Free cancellation available $105 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/japanese-cultural-experience-by-nationally-certified-beauticians.a50094400.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Take a Stroll Back in time at Takehara, Hiroshima's Little Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47194780/2e39c7ed-07fc-48fa-a389-10b7474de130.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Take a Stroll Back in time at Takehara, Hiroshima's Little Kyoto 2d Free cancellation available $829 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/take-a-stroll-back-in-time-at-takehara-hiroshimas-little-kyoto.a47194780.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Kochi: Hirome Market Food Tour & Local Tasting Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51514356/daf45543-9c44-48fb-a75c-53615daac823.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kochi: Hirome Market Food Tour & Local Tasting Walk 1h 30m Free cancellation available ~~$205~~$143 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kochi-hirome-market-food-tour-local-tasting-walk.a51514356.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ![Private Takamatsu Food Beer Tasting Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49730805/933137fa-9055-441c-972c-489d3c12e176.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Takamatsu Food Beer Tasting Experience 4h 30m Free cancellation available $319 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-takamatsu-food-beer-tasting-experience.a49730805.activity-details?&rid=6048154&location=Shikoku&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Shikoku | Number of things to do | 6 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Japanese Cultural Experience by Nationally Certified Beauticians](/things-to-do/japanese-cultural-experience-by-nationally-certified-beauticians.a50094400.activity-details): $107 | | Top 5 things to do | [Japanese Cultural Experience by Nationally Certified Beauticians](/things-to-do/japanese-cultural-experience-by-nationally-certified-beauticians.a50094400.activity-details)[Takamatsu Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide](/things-to-do/takamatsu-half-day-private-tour-with-government-licensed-guide.a2750526.activity-details)[Takamatsu Kimono, Crafts, and Calligraphy](/things-to-do/takamatsu-kimono-crafts-and-calligraphy.a50703734.activity-details)[Private Takamatsu Food Beer Tasting Experience](/things-to-do/private-takamatsu-food-beer-tasting-experience.a49730805.activity-details)[Takamatsu Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide](/things-to-do/takamatsu-full-day-private-tour-with-government-licensed-guide.a2750803.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Takamatsu Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide](/things-to-do/takamatsu-half-day-private-tour-with-government-licensed-guide.a2750526.activity-details)[Takamatsu Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide](/things-to-do/takamatsu-full-day-private-tour-with-government-licensed-guide.a2750803.activity-details)[Naoshima Art Island Day Tour from Takamatsu](/things-to-do/naoshima-art-island-day-tour-from-takamatsu.a50976428.activity-details) | ## What to do in Shikoku - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Shikoku Some say the best things in life are free. Check out the following around Shikoku: **Sameura Dam** \- Slow things right down and spend a little time relaxing near the water. **Hokigamine Forest Park** \- If you love hanging out in the garden, this place will satisfy your green thumb. ### Things to Do in Shikoku with Kids There are plenty of fun activities to do with your kids in and near Shikoku. Keep everyone happy with our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6048154&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly). --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Shikoku? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Shikoku ![Dogo Onsen showing heritage elements and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248626387854579/c23b9646-301b-4e85-a029-a6ff771f0d58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dogo Onsen 4.5/5(11 reviews) Soak in the natural thermal water and admire the architecture and period décor of the bathhouse that inspired the wonderful drawings of the animated film Spirited Away. [](https://expedia.com/Dogo-Onsen-Dogo-Hot-Spring.d553248626387854579.Vacation-Attraction) ![Iced pumpkin;)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000757860/e555f93c-3b9f-4341-b52c-5ca001a818e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Benesse House Museum 4.5/5(16 reviews) You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Benesse House Museum during your travels in Naoshima. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.com/Benesse-House-Museum-Naoshima.d3000757860.Vacation-Attraction) ![瀬戸内海（日本 - 香川 - 豊島）](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532770226/1f888f9f-cdcf-4593-9f5b-ee71285a044e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Teshima Art Museum 4.5/5(5 reviews) You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Teshima Art Museum during your travels in Karato. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.com/Teshima-Art-Museum-Tonosho.d553248621532770226.Vacation-Attraction) ![Was established from the roof of the arcade of the mall, it is a watch. It is a design angel is like having a watch. Some people because it uses a smartphone while walking and also watching the shops, people that way might no stop to the eye easily.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3363/75c52d4f-11dd-49f8-b29e-0ac8b7994172.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Takamatsu Marugamemachi Shopping Street You can enjoy retail therapy at Takamatsu Marugamemachi Shopping Street during your visit to Takamatsu. [](https://expedia.com/Takamatsu-Marugamemachi-Shopping-Street-Marugame-Machi.d553248635975846280.Vacation-Attraction) ![Matsuyama Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103702/3bb031c2-269f-4d81-a1bf-05b245033504.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Matsuyama Castle 4.5/5(11 reviews) Picturesque cherry blossom trees form a different kind of moat around a three-story feudal castle with views extending across Matsuyama. [](https://expedia.com/Matsuyama-Castle-Matsuyama.d6103702.Vacation-Attraction) ![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102800/43b53711-58d1-458a-8cb0-9a3173c2c679.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kochi Castle 5/5(2 reviews) Find out about the history of Kochi with a stop at Kochi Castle. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples. [](https://expedia.com/Kochi-Castle-Kochi.d6102800.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dramatic Landscape of Many Rocks and Stones on The Grassy Field under The Sky in The Morning, Shikoku Karst in Japan, Natural or Environmental Image, Nobody, Beautiful Dawn ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532763332/e60226f3-7747-465d-aeb4-c2b43c3b0dcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shikoku Karst 4/5(2 reviews) Learn about the local history of Kumakogen with a stop at Shikoku Karst. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Shikoku-Karst-Seiyo.d553248621532763332.Vacation-Attraction) ![A small shrine on the point of Katsurahama beach, Kochi prefecture, Shikoku, Japan; Shutterstock ID 730399141; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102798/8fd8a734-a3a8-4987-89df-20a8c1fb9eca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Katsurahama Beach 4/5(1 review) If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Katsurahama Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Kochi. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Katsurahama-Beach-Kochi.d6102798.Vacation-Attraction) ![Japanese Garden in Takamatsu - Japan. View in autumn](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532770056/9e06b1f0-8aed-4c1d-8f34-51d94d43f6e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Takamatsu Castle 4/5(9 reviews) Find out about the history of Takamatsu with a stop at Takamatsu Castle. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its shops. [](https://expedia.com/Takamatsu-Castle-Tamamo-Cho.d553248621532770056.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Shikoku ![Dogo Hot Spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981691510/b9198051-5dd7-42dd-952d-792b57e2f37d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dogo Hot Spring 4.5/5(11 area reviews) Famed for its historic public bathhouse built in 1894, this hot spring resort town offers a relaxing atmosphere with guests strolling in yukata robes. Easily accessible by tram, explore sights like Yushinden and Gyokuza no Ma. [](https://expedia.com/Matsuyama-Dogo-Hot-Spring.dx553248633981691510) ![#ehime #japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2489/17a64ce5-427c-46da-bc2d-f9026590ed94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Okaido 4.5/5(5 area reviews) While Okaido isn't home to many top sights, Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Bansuiso are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Matsuyama-Okaido.dx553248635976007253) ![Kotohiragu Library 金刀比羅宮圖書館](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939576194/2a36592a-aae6-4bb7-96e6-1bf58c6c1973.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Konpira Onsen 5/5(1 area review) You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Konpira Onsen. You might want to make time for a stop at Konpira Grand Theatre or Kinryo-no-Sato Sake Museum. [](https://expedia.com/Kotohira-Konpira-Onsen.dx553248635939576194) ![This photo was taken from north to south. Kanji banner of blue is labeled "Setouchi International Art Festival 2013". There is a famous film director, also works of Takeshi Kitano. If you are interested in this art festival, you should look to official page. Japanese and English You can select the language. http://setouchi-artfest.jp/ I think architecture here also great. There is a donut shop delicious just around the corner.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3363/b9133c6d-398e-4fc8-a21b-841b6eba4b87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kawara Machi If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kawara Machi and surrounding area, you can visit Takamatsu Marugamemachi Shopping Street and Takamatsu City Museum of Art. [](https://expedia.com/Takamatsu-Kawara-Machi.dx553248635976386411) ![#ehime #japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2489/17a64ce5-427c-46da-bc2d-f9026590ed94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ichibancho If you're spending some time in Ichibancho, Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Akiyama Brothers Birthplace are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Matsuyama-Ichibancho.dx959557234923507712) ![Matsuyama showing street scenes, road cycling and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2489/4d8bca09-b319-4656-8027-3013d54735fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sanbancho You'll appreciate the historic sites during your time in Sanbancho and you might want to plan a stop by Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum and Bansuiso while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Matsuyama-Sanbancho.dx3000755706) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Shikoku.dx6048154.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Shikoku ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1772/e7d6196a-b2cb-4824-aff4-e75eb3c0c5a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kochi ![Matsuyama which includes street scenes, a city and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2489/7f653b06-75b1-468b-87d0-8fb2d2129f34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Matsuyama ![Okayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2660/87796eb6-0116-4bd7-b073-1c81780c1ebe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Okayama ![Ritsurin Garden in Takamatsu city, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan. Ritsurin Garden is one of the most famous historical gardens in Japan.; Shutterstock ID 541808893](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3363/34cb92e4-346d-4cb0-9a4c-993ec8cb105b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Takamatsu ![Bikan Historical Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222731/00f905a4-0dda-48da-95ef-49b13d82bb72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kurashiki ![安芸津フェリー。広島県東広島市、安芸津港にて。](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049728/94e8b324-53a3-4139-9188-5491ae1a6fda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) by [妖精書士](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:%E5%A6%96%E7%B2%BE%E6%9B%B8%E5%A3%AB) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ### Higashihiroshima ![Tomonoura Port town and Seto Inland Sea landscape view from behind Io-ji or Ioji Temple bell. Fukuyama, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050773/4ba2c5b0-1e23-42a9-823d-9c37d9d90ea0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fukuyama ![Panoramic aerial view of Naruto Bridge and whirlpools at sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053829/44af57e7-a094-464d-9259-a6bc85c76841.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Naruto ## Frequently asked questions ### What to do in Shikoku on a sunny day? > - [Shimanami Kaido Cycling and Driving Tour in Ehime Prefecture](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/shimanami-kaido-cycling-and-driving-tour-in-ehime-prefecture.a775341.activity-details) > - [Kurushima Strait Boat Tour & Shimanami Kaido Cycling Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kurushima-strait-boat-tour-shimanami-kaido-cycling-tour.a778347.activity-details) > - [3-hour Japanese Sake Town Tour in Saijo Hiroshima](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/3-hour-japanese-sake-town-tour-in-saijo-hiroshima.a592453.activity-details) ### What to do in Shikoku on a rainy day? > - [Dogo Onsen Traditional Japan Experience in Matsuyama, Ehime](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/dogo-onsen-traditional-japan-experience-in-matsuyama-ehime.a775407.activity-details) > - [Tobe Ware Ceramics Town Walking Tour Near Matsuyama, Ehime](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tobe-ware-ceramics-town-walking-tour-near-matsuyama-ehime.a775387.activity-details) > - [Take a Japanese Sake brewery guided tour at Saijo, Hiroshima](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/take-a-japanese-sake-brewery-guided-tour-at-saijo-hiroshima.a909959.activity-details) ### What can you do in Shikoku for free? > - Naoshima Ferry Terminal > - Katsurahama Beach > - Yashima > - Tonosho Port