Welcome to Ikeda, the Navel of Shikoku — Welcome to Fukuya Ryokan!
Miyoshi City's Ikeda-cho, known as the "navel of Shikoku," is a picturesque mountain town surrounded by stunning natural beauty.
Cherry blossoms in spring, lush greenery in summer, and vibrant autumn foliage — each season brings breathtaking scenery.
Nearby attractions include the Iya Valley, Oboke-Koboke Gorge, and outdoor adventures such as rafting on the crystal-clear Yoshino River.
Our ryokan is located just a 1-minute walk from JR Awa-Ikeda Station.
When visiting the Miyoshi area, please stop by and experience our warm hospitality and seasonal cuisine featuring local mountain vegetables and river fish.
We look forward to welcoming you.
About Ikeda
In 2006, the town of Ikeda merged with five other municipalities to form Miyoshi City,
with a population of approximately 30,000 and an area of about 720 square kilometers — the largest in Shikoku.
This vast area is home to abundant nature and scenic beauty.
Ikeda: The Navel of Shikoku
Ikeda-cho sits at the geographic center of Shikoku, bordering all four prefectures, earning it the nickname "the Navel of Shikoku."
The town features many places named after this heritage, including Hessoko Park, Hessoko Plaza, and the Hessoko Bridge.
In 2003, the Tokushima Expressway (Ikawa-Ikeda IC to Kawanoe-Higashi JCT) opened,
connecting all four prefectural capitals of Shikoku by highway within three hours.
From Ikeda, three capitals are reachable within one hour, and the fourth within 90 minutes.
The surrounding area boasts magnificent mountain scenery steeped in Heike legends, the gorge beauty of Oboke-Koboke,
and has become a hub for outdoor sports including mountain climbing, skiing, rafting, canoeing, canyoning, paragliding, and motor racing.