Ochiai Village: A Living History Museum
Discover a beautifully preserved mountainside village in Tokushima, Japan, showcasing traditional architecture and sustainable farming practices.
Ochiai Village is a mountainside hamlet in Tokushima Prefecture, Japan, showcasing traditional architecture and a sustainable farming system dating back centuries. Designated as a national preservation district, it offers visitors a glimpse into rural life with its well-preserved houses and terraced fields.
A brief summary to Ochiai Village
- Higashiiyaochiai, Miyoshi, Higashiiyaochiai, Tokushima, 778-0202, JP
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit the Ochiai Village Observation Point for a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire village.
- Explore the Nagaoka-ke Historic House to get a glimpse into the life of a traditional farmhouse.
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking on the steep and narrow paths throughout the village.
- Consider staying overnight in one of the traditional houses for an immersive experience.
- Visit in late summer to see the buckwheat flowers blooming in the fields.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From JR Awa-Ikeda Station, take a Shikoku Kotsu bus bound for Kubo. Get off at the Ochiaibashi bus stop. The bus ride takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. From the bus stop, it is a short walk to Ochiai Village. The bus fare is approximately ¥400.
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Car
From Ikawa-Ikeda IC, take National Route 32 towards Kochi. Then, take Prefectural Road 45, followed by Prefectural Road 32, and finally National Route 439 towards Mt. Tsurugi. The drive takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. Free parking is available near the village.
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