Oboke Iya Onsen Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Iya Valley region in Tokushima Prefecture, Japan is a scenic area known for its dramatic mountain valleys.
The Iya Valley region in Tokushima Prefecture, Japan is a scenic area known for its dramatic mountain valleys.
The valley is a famous travelling spot in Tokushima and the colourful autumn leaves attracted me to visit it.
#TROVEMBER Oku Iya Niju-Kazura Bridge is a set of two suspension bridges located in Iya Valley on Shikoku Island in Miyoshi, Tokushima Prefecture’s Higashiiya Sugeyoi. The bridge in this photo is the larger of the two bridges, Husband Bridge (Otto no Hashi). It stretches 44 meters across the river next to a small waterfall. The slightly lower Wife Bridge (Tsuma no Hashi) is a 22 meter span a little way upstream. The bridges are connected to each other by a network of paved hiking trails. The vine ropes of the bridges are constructed with steel cables hidden within the braided monkey kiwi vines that are then tied to a tree, holding the bridge suspended over the Iyagawa River. Iya Valley is a scenic area known for its dramatic mountain valleys and thatched roof farmhouses. Iya Valley and the inner parts of Shikoku have historically been remote and difficult to enter, making them a favorite retreat for refugees and defeated warriors. Most notably, members of the Taira clan (aka Heike clan) were rumored to have entered the area after losing the Genpei War to the Minamoto clan in the late 12th century. Today, the Iya Valley has become an increasingly popular destination due to its natural environment and for being one of the last few vestiges of old world Japan and is still relatively difficult to access.
Iya Valley
Hotel Iyaonsen

Hotel Iyaonsen

3.5 out of 5
367-28 Matsuo Matsumoto, Ikeda-cho Miyoshi Tokushima-ken
The price is NZ$549 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
NZ$549
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this ryokan in Miyoshi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Urinating Boy of Iya Ravine and Mt. Nakatsu are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (199 reviews)
Just a totalky amazing onsen hotel experience in all areas including the amaxing room 505!

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Hotel Iyaonsen
Kotohira Onsen Onyado Shikishimakan

Kotohira Onsen Onyado Shikishimakan

4 out of 5
713-1 Kawanishi Kotohira Kagawa
The price is NZ$337 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$337
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Stay at this ryokan in Kotohira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (313 reviews)
Location, staff & facilities were great!

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Kotohira Onsen Onyado Shikishimakan
Kotohira Park Hotel

Kotohira Park Hotel

3 out of 5
706-7 Enai Kotohira Kagawa-ken
Stay at this spa hotel in Kotohira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions New Reoma World and Kinryo-no-Sato Sake Museum ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (522 reviews)
Staff was super. Location and hotel were great. Only complaint would be that the walls are a bit thin and the room next door was quite noisy until 2am.

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

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GOKAN KOTOHIRA

GOKAN KOTOHIRA

4 out of 5
279-3 Kotohira Kagawa
Stay at this holiday home in Kotohira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions New Reoma World and Kinryo-no-Sato Sake Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
広々としていて、特にお風呂が広くて清潔でした。ただ夜中にトイレに起きた時、急な階段を降りるのが少し不便でした

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

GOKAN KOTOHIRA
Tougenkyo-iya Mountain Village

Tougenkyo-iya Mountain Village

3 out of 5
Higashiiya Ochiai 403 Miyoshi Tokushima
Stay at this holiday home in Miyoshi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Oku Iya Ni-jū Kazura-bashi and Tsurugisan Quasi-National ...
Ten-ippou hut was spacious, clean, and beautiful. Though we only stayed a night, it is well-eppuippdd for long stays, given you pick up groceries prior to arriving. Acessibility to the general area is a bit of a challenge. The kitchen has all necessities plus more. The bath is good-sized with all ...

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2021

Tougenkyo-iya Mountain Village
The KeiHouse in the mountains surrounded by the sounds of nature where pets are also allowed / Shikokuchuo Ehime

The KeiHouse in the mountains surrounded by the sounds of nature where pets are also allowed / Shikokuchuo Ehime

Shikokuchuo Ehime
Stay at this holiday home in Shikokuchuo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Honenike Dam and Paper Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
言う事無しで大満足でした　家主様の対応　施設の設備　環境全てすばらしいです👍

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

The KeiHouse in the mountains surrounded by the sounds of nature where pets are also allowed / Shikokuchuo Ehime
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When you're above the clouds for sunrise like this, it's known as "cloud ocean" in Japan. Breathtaking view!

Mt. Tsurugi

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Tsurugi during your travels in Miyoshi. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

Mt. Tsurugi

Iya Valley Vine Bridge

After visiting Iya Valley Vine Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Miyoshi. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Iya Valley Vine Bridge

Oboke Gorge

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Oboke Gorge during your travels in Miyoshi. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.

Oboke Gorge

Iya Valley Peeing Boy Statue

You can find out about the history of Oboke Iya Onsen with a trip to Iya Valley Peeing Boy Statue. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Iya Valley Peeing Boy Statue

Chiiori

Learn about the local history of Miyoshi with a stop at Chiiori. Take in the festivals and mountain views in the area.

Chiiori

Kenmi Shrine

After visiting Kenmi Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Miyoshi. Wander the forests or discover the area's mountain views.

Kenmi Shrine

Activities

Iya Valley All Must-Sees Private Chauffeur Half-day Tour with a Driver

Iya Valley All Must-Sees Private Chauffeur Half-day Tour with a Driver

NZ$385
per traveller
Iya Valley All Must-Sees Private Chauffeur Half-day Tour with a Driver
Private Iya Valley Half Day Tour

Private Iya Valley Half Day Tour

NZ$478
per traveller
Private Iya Valley Half Day Tour
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