Yokai Festival＆Yamashiro Tanuki Festival【November】

A Day When Yokai Take Over the Town!
Yamashiro & Oboke's Yokai Festival

Step into a whimsical world where legendary yokai (Japanese folk spirits) roam the streets! The ever-popular Yokai Festival features highlights like a Yokai Mikoshi (portable shrine), a Yokai band, and yokai parade.
At the same time, the Tanuki Festival invites visitors to join the fun in handmade tanuki (raccoon dog) makeup—you might just be rewarded with a little surprise!
Yamashiro Town is steeped in yokai lore, with legendary figures such as tengu, kappa, and konaki-jiji (the weeping old man). During the festival, these mystical beings gather in celebration, bringing ancient folklore to life.
The Yokai Bazaar offers delicious local treats like “Yokai Soup” made from regional ingredients, along with classic udon and soba noodles. There’s also plenty of entertainment on stage, from yokai live music to yokai talk shows—fun for all generations!
Don’t miss your chance to experience the playful, mysterious world of the yokai!

And in spring 2025, a special edition of the Shikoku Yokai Festival—Konaki-Jiji Festival—was held as a limited-time event, drawing yokai enthusiasts from across the region for a new celebration of supernatural culture!

Name of Facility	[2024]◆ Yokai Festival: School grounds of Ex-Kamimyou Elementary School　◆Tanuki Festival: Around JR Awakawaguchi Station - Kawaguchi Shopping Street
Address	◆Ex-Kamimyou Elementary School：　〒779-5452 徳島県三好市山城町上名229 　229 Kamimyou, Yamashiro-cho, Miyoshi City, Tokushima Prefecture, 779-5452 ◆JR Awakawaguchi Station：　〒779-5304 徳島県三好市山城町大川持　Okawamochi, Yamashiro-cho, Miyoshi City, Tokushima Prefecture, 779-5304
TEL	◆Tanuki Festival : 　Yamashiro Tanuki Festival Committee / Office of the Miyoshi Commercial and Industrial Association　0883-86-1059 ◆Yokai Festival: Fujikawa Valley Association 0883-84-1155
URL	https://miyoshi-tourism.jp/news/9548/
Start time	[2024] Tanuki Festival ：November 16th (Sat.)　Around 10：00～15：00 Yokai Festival ：November 17th (Sun.)　Around 10：00～14：00 [2024] Tanuki Festival ： Yokai Festival ：

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Oboke Gorge Sightseeing Cruise

Marvel at the ever-changing beauty of curious rock formations and clear streams, shaped over 100 million years. A leisurely cruise through the Oboke and Koboke gorges lets you soak in the grandeur of untouched nature.

From the boat gliding gently along the emerald-green Yoshino River, you’ll have close-up views of towering cliffs, trees swaying in the river breeze, and the sparkling flow of water. Don’t miss the chance to experience the dynamic natural beauty of this remarkable gorge.

※ Cruise duration: approx. 30 minutes. Boarding and disembarking at the same location.

【Dining: Oboke Gorge Mannaka Restaurant】
Set in a spectacular location overlooking the Yoshino River, this restaurant offers local cuisine made with fresh regional ingredients, all while enjoying breathtaking views of the gorge.

Favorites include salt-grilled river fish, Iya soba noodles, and the original local specialty “Hidaru Ramen.” After your boat cruise, savor the flavors of the region while gazing at the gorge’s seasonal beauty.

【Souvenirs】
The on-site shop features a wide variety of regional specialties, including sake from Tokushima, locally grown tea, and sweets handmade at local confectioneries. You’ll also find carefully selected specialties from across Shikoku—perfect keepsakes to remember your trip.

【Stay: Oboke Gorge Mannaka Onsen Inn】
Just a 3-minute walk from the boat landing, this tranquil hot spring inn is surrounded by nature. Relax in the soothing waters of its high-quality hot spring, unwind from the hustle and bustle of daily life, and enjoy a truly restful stay.

Koboke Viewpoint

A scenic lookout offering sweeping views of Koboke’s natural beauty. From here, take in the dramatic rock faces of Koboke Gorge, the emerald-green Yoshino River below, and the lush mountains rising all around. Just five minutes from National Route 32, it’s an easy stop on a drive or sightseeing route. Trains gliding past and rafting boats cutting through the river add a touch of movement, making this a favourite spot for photos.

Sightseeing Spots

Nature

All seasons

Nagoro Scarecrow Village (Kakashi no Sato)

You can spot over 350 scarecrows in this deep mountain village. One woman, Ayano Tsukimi, handmade all of them and creatively placed them around the area: in the fields working, waiting at bus stops, dancing local dances, etc. She welcomes visitors to walk around the village and enter the old school to see a glimpse of the past.

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