Yokai House and Stone Museum

Located in the scenic area of Oboke, this facility combines a tourist information center, the Yokai House, and the Stone Museum.
The Stone Museum showcases rare stones from around the world. In addition to the museum, the facility also includes a tourist information corner, café, and souvenir shop.
In 2010, because the surrounding area is known as the birthplace of Konaki-jiji, a character from the famous yokai manga GeGeGe no Kitaro, a special “Yokai House” was added to the Stone Museum. Here, local folklore is introduced, and many handmade yokai dolls created by local residents are on display. Some exhibits also include explanations in English.

Business Hours	9:00 – 16:30 (last admission) *Roadside Station Oboke: 9:00 – 17:00
Regular Holidays	March – November: Open daily December – February: Closed on Tuesdays (open if Tuesday is a public holiday, closed the following day instead)
Price	Yokai House & Stone Museum set ticket ・Adults: ¥700 ・Elementary & Junior High School Students: ¥350 ・Preschool Children: Free Discounts ・Groups (15 or more): Adults ¥500 / Children ¥250 ・Visitors with disabilities + 1 caregiver: Adults ¥500 / Children ¥250 ・Seniors (65+): ¥500 ・Students (High school, University, etc.): ¥600 ・Partner discounts (e.g., JAF members): Adults ¥600 / Children ¥300 ＊Please present valid ID, membership card, or digital proof when purchasing tickets for any discounts.
Name of Facility	Roadside Station Oboke – Yokai House and Stone Museum
Address	徳島県三好市山城町上名1553-1
TEL	0883-84-1489
URL	https://widgets.bokun.io/online-sales/95f901e2-0ac3-482d-a1d3-91b0d086d865/experience/1000421?lang=en_US

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Mt. Tsurugi Annual Grand Ritual【July 17th】

Held atop Mt. Tsurugi, the second-highest peak in western Japan (1,955m)

This sacred festival, rich with tradition, is held each year on the summit of Mt. Tsurugi, a revered mountain long regarded as a spiritual site. The ceremony centers around a solemn mikoshi (portable shrine) procession, honoring two deities—Susanoo-no-Mikoto and Emperor Antoku.

Approximately 100 participants, dressed in traditional white garments, carry the mikoshi across the mountaintop, forming a striking procession as they move in unison through slopes covered in dwarf bamboo (kumasasa). Set at nearly 2,000 meters above sea level, with clouds seeming just within reach, the festival exudes a profound spiritual presence.

More than just a ritual, this event is a powerful reminder of the reverence for nature and the enduring faith passed down through generations.

For those seeking a deeper connection, the festival offers a special opportunity: the One-Day Shugyō Experience. Participants can join as mikoshi bearers, purify their spirit, and take part in an ancient tradition amidst the clear mountain air and sacred atmosphere.

Fireworks Festival in Tsurugi Town 【Last Sunday in July】

On a summer evening in Tsurugi Town, approximately 1,300 fireworks light up the night sky in a gentle yet impressive display. The colorful bursts reflect off the surrounding mountains, creating a beautiful contrast against the quiet countryside.

At the festival venue, visitors can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with food stalls offering local snacks and summer treats. It’s a chance to experience a bit of traditional festival charm in a peaceful setting.

Whether you're with family or friends, the combination of soft evening breezes, distant echoes of fireworks, and warm community spirit makes for a memorable summer moment in Tsurugi Town.

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Summer

Awadance Festival in Ikeda【August 14th～16th annually】

Ikeda Awa Odori Dance Festival!
Awa Odori is one of the three major traditional dances in Japan.
During the three days of the Bon Festival, the town of Awa Ikeda is filled with the sounds of the dance.
Food stalls line the sides of the streets, and about 30 groups of dancers dance through the streets. This is Tokushima's summer festival!
You can enjoy the festival in the paid stands or walk around the free performance stages.
Whether you enjoy watching or dancing with the dancers, you are sure to have a great time!

On August 13, the pre-festival event will be held on the Naesokko Park stage, too.

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