booked an airport transfer from kansai airport to Shirahama, a 2 hour plus drive away so was worried won't be able to find a car charter. The company was super responsive with enquiries, confirmed with me 1 week before the date and driver also contacted me in advance. Very easy communication, driver came early to wait for us, was very polite and helpful, and had a very smooth drive. Highly recommend
I was initially a little disappointed to see that the ship looked neither new nor old; however, the interior of the cabin was very new; the whole ship was clean and the ride was very smooth and comfortable. The port after leaving Shodoshima was a bit desolate, so I need to plan my itinerary better!
The whole process was easy and fuss free. The driver came earlier than expected to the arrival gate to greet us, and was polite and helped us to load the luggages.
Come to Takamatsu belongs to the place of Shikoku can not not try their locally produced fruits and udon here There are many good drink and discount coffee shops nearby plus also very prosperous many things to see Early to the shop making udon, did not expect only us two people. Teacher Meijiangzi knows many simple languages, 10 points courteous and harmonious knowing that her mother is very hot also helped her turn on another fan. The whole lesson is simple and easy to understand and can check in different angles
I took the Shinkansen every day along the Sanyo line to many places, and after watching the Shogun photo album, I found the exhibitions at Fukuyama Castle and Okayama Castle very insightful in terms of learning about history. After using up the 5-day pass, spending a few more days in Fukuoka would have been the most efficient way to travel.
You can take most routes, and you don't need to buy a limited express ticket for the limited express. There are plenty of unreserved seats, so you'll almost never run out of seats.
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Shikoku Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Shikoku year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average 12.6–19.9°C, mild and rainy, with occasional showers. Common activities: Enjoying Shikoku's natural scenery, such as the cherry blossoms and fresh greenery spread across the mountains. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, rain gear.
Summer (June–August): Average 23.3–29.0°C, hot and humid, frequent rainfall. Common activities: Swimming at the beach, enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking. Recommended clothing: Lightweight and breathable short-sleeved clothing, shorts, sunscreen, rain gear.
Autumn (September–November): Average 20.7–15.4°C, comfortable and pleasant, reduced rainfall. Common activities: Viewing autumn leaves, enjoying autumnal cuisine. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt.
Winter (December–February): Average 8.4–8.5°C, cold and dry, less rainfall. Common activities: Soaking in hot springs, enjoying winter landscapes. Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, sweater, scarf, hat.
Shikoku climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 18°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 2464 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: August
Shikoku monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
7.2°C
33
February
8.5°C
78.7
March
12.6°C
192.7
April
17.3°C
282
May
19.9°C
336
June
23.3°C
332.7
July
27.9°C
346.7
August
29°C
417.3
September
27.1°C
203.3
October
20.7°C
89.7
November
15.4°C
115.7
December
8.4°C
36.2
Shikoku weather for the next seven days
12/3
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
10.4°C/3.6°C
12/4
Thursday
Sunny
9.3°C/1.7°C
12/5
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
10.2°C/3.1°C
12/6
Saturday
Sunny
11.3°C/1.7°C
12/7
Sunday
Sunny
17°C/3.3°C
12/8
Monday
Sunny
15.7°C/5.9°C
12/9
Tuesday
Sunny
17°C/7°C
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