The 1,368 Step Pilgrimage Climb of Konpira-san

Located in Shikoku’s Kagawa Prefecture, Konpira­san, formally known as Kotohira Shrine, is renowned for its challenging 1,368 step climb that tests pilgrims’ endurance and determination.

A Whirlwind Trip to Naruto Whirlpools

The whirlpools are a natural phenomenon occurring in the narrow strait between Naruto and Awaji Island. The strait, which connects the Seto Inland Sea and the Pacific Ocean, has the fastest currents in Japan.