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Few places in Shikoku have a history as closely tied to mountain crossings as Iya Kazurabashi. This traditional footbridge spans the Iya River in the steep, forested Iya Valley near Miyoshi, Tokushima Prefecture. Its deck is woven with mountain vines, while side ropes and support cables form a distinctive suspension structure. The bridge is renewed at regular intervals using an inherited craft, preserving a form of crossing once essential in this isolated part of central Shikoku. Designated an Important Tangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan, Kazurabashi is both a working pedestrian bridge and an emblem of the Iya Valley’s mountain communities. River-polished boulders and densely wooded slopes give the site its enclosed character.
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Anan occupies a coastal plain facing the Kii Channel in southeastern Tokushima Prefecture. The city extends from the lower Naka River toward Shikoku’s Pacific-facing shore, with the Kii Peninsula of Honshu lying across the channel. Anan is closely associated with Japan’s LED industry: Nichia Corporation, a major producer of light-emitting diodes, is headquartered here. The inland part of the city also includes Byōdō-ji, the 22nd temple on the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage. Browse additional webcams from around Anan and Tokushima Prefecture to extend your view of Shikoku’s Kii Channel coast.
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Among Japan’s regions, Tokushima Prefecture stands out for the Yoshino River, whose broad lower reaches meet the Kii Channel near Tokushima City. Occupying eastern Shikoku, the prefecture extends from this river plain to a rugged interior and a Pacific-facing coast. At the Naruto Strait, powerful tidal currents create the famous Naruto whirlpools between Shikoku and Awaji Island. Tokushima’s best-known tradition is Awa Odori, an August dance festival in the prefectural capital, when organised groups fill the streets with music and movement. The former province of Awa also gave its name to a local indigo-dyeing tradition. Continue with other webcams from the area to trace how eastern Shikoku connects with the Kii Channel and Japan’s Inland Sea.
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Among the countries of East Asia, Japan stands out for its volcanic archipelago, stretching from the cool north of Hokkaido to subtropical Okinawa. Mount Fuji, the nation’s highest mountain, rises above central Honshu, while the Pacific Ocean and the Seto Inland Sea have long shaped settlement, fishing and travel. Tokyo pairs dense urban life with major museums and neighbourhood traditions; Kyoto preserves temples, gardens and the legacy of Japan’s imperial court. Seasonal customs give journeys a changing rhythm, from spring cherry blossom viewing to autumn leaves. Regional cooking is equally varied, with sushi, ramen and local specialties reflecting coastlines, climate and agriculture. Explore nearby webcam locations that provide complementary perspectives on Japan’s islands, cities and mountain regions.
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