Reasons to Choose Japan
Life in Japan by Specific Areas
Tokushima
Summary
Tokushima Prefecture has a magnificent nature that occupies 80% of the prefecture's area, and its history and culture still remain. Spots where you can see rare phenomena such as Naruto whirling waves are also attractive. The traditional Awa Odori that you are not able to see elsewhere is also attractive!
*This map does not include topographical features and island areas and does not cover the entire area of Japan.
Access
- If arriving by plane
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From Tokyo
Haneda Airport
1 hour 10 minutesTokushima Awaodori Airport
- If arriving by Shinkansen or train
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From Tokyo
Tokyo Station
5 hours 29 minutesTokushima Station
Famous places / spots recommended by locals
Naruto-whirlpool
One of the three major tides in the world. You can feel the force of the whirling waves up close on a tide-viewing boat where you can observe the whirling waves in the sea!
Awaodori Kaikan
"Awa Odori" is a traditional Tokushima dance with a history of 400 years. You can enjoy it all year round. It is also connected to the ropeway platform, allowing you to head to Mt. Bizan.
Foods recommended by locals
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Tokushima-ramen
Pork bone soy sauce soup as its base; it features sweet and spicy seasoned pork with raw eggs.
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Dekomawashi
Tokushima Prefecture's local cuisine - "Dekomawashi", is a kind of grilled skewer that uses local potatoes and soba dumplings.
Climate (temperature / precipitation)
Tokushima Prefecture has a relatively mild and pleasant climate, with an average annual temperature of about 17.6 degrees Celsius (2023).
Monthly temperature/precipitation
(Source: Japan Meteorological Agency)
Cost of living
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Rent
37,579 yen
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Electricity, gas, and water costs
8,964 yen
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Ramen
(Eating out)
650 yen
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White bread (1 kg)
604 yen
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Milk (1ℓ)
265 yen
*Source
- Rent
“Housing and Land Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Average rent per month (excluding free rent) for privately rented apartments/houses (exclusively residential dwelling) with a total floor area of 29m2 or less in each prefectural capital - Electricity, gas, and water costs
“Family Income and Expenditure Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Per capita expenditure calculated as the monthly average of total annual expenditures on utilities (electricity, gas, and water) per household in each prefectural capital, divided by the average number of members in each household - Eating out (Ramen) / White bread (1kg) / Milk (1ℓ)
“Retail Price Survey (Trend Survey): August 2024,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Related links
Number of international students by country
China
Vietnam
South Korea
Total number of international students in Japan: 279,274
Total number of international students in Tokushima Prefecture: 559
Based on 2023 “Annual Survey of International Students in Japan”
List of universities in each area
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