Hotels in Miyoshi

Hike or chairlift to Japan's second-highest western peak for views stretching to the Seto Inland Sea. Autumn brings fiery foliage, but bring insect repellent between April and September.

Walk across Japan's historic vine bridge suspended 14 meters above the Iya River. The wooden slats are spaced apart, giving thrilling glimpses of the rushing water below.

Dramatic crystalline schist formations tower over emerald waters in Oboke Gorge's breathtaking V-shaped valley. Take a boat cruise for close-up views or brave the rapids with exhilarating whitewater rafting.

Perched 200 meters above the Iya Valley, this bronze boy statue boldly urinates off a cliff edge. Locals created it to honor a tradition where children proved their courage at this vertigo-inducing spot.

Kenmi Shrine performs rituals to exorcise dog spirits and bless those seeking healing or safe voyages. The mountain path rewards visitors with serene forest views and traditional spiritual practices.

Step inside a 19th-century thatched-roof house where Heike clan history comes alive. The museum's sunken hearth keeps a traditional fire burning, surrounded by 800-year-old trees that witnessed samurai tales.

If museums are on your list of things to see, then you might want to head to Yokai House & Stone Museum, located in the heart of Befukyo Onsen.If you want to experience more of the culture Befukyo Onsen has to offer, head to Heike Yashiki Museum of Folklore, Oboke Gorge, and Iya Valley Vine Bridge.

Glide above lush forests on this 4-minute aerial journey to the historic Hashikura-ji Temple. The gondolas offer spectacular views of the Yoshino River and Shikoku Mountains that change with the seasons.