Zero Waste Town Kamikatsu TownKamikatsu Town was the first in Japan to declare a zero waste.
With our own separation, we have achieved a recycling rate of 80%,
This is an environmental model town that aims to create a sustainable future.

Kamikatsu Town Zero Waste CenterZero Waste's source "Kamikatsu -cho Zero Waste Center WHY".

Kashihara rice fieldA typical terraced rice terraces of Kamikatsu -cho, which boasts a beautiful landscape selected as the "100 Samurai Tanada in Japan".

Saninu -dakeElevation 997 meters. The hidden gem of Kamikatsu Town is home to stunning views of moss and legends.

HyakkendakiA famous waterfall in Kamikatsu -cho, which is about 100 (180 meters).

Kamikatsu Awa BanchaInherited in the mountainous area of ​​Tokushima, which has a unique flavor born of lactic acid bacteria fermentation
"Awaya tea".

Yuko"Yuzuka, the legendary fruit" is filled with a refreshing aroma and mellow taste.

What is Kamikatsu -cho? About kamikatsu town

We are blessed with the rich nature that can be said to be the original scenery of Japan, such as the rice terraces of Kashihara, which were selected as one of Japan's Top Rades, Takamaruyama, which creates a thousand -year forests, and Sanedtake, which grow in water moss. The town is proud of living alive and energetic regardless of age or gender, as well as the cheerful grandmothers who are famous for the "leaf business".

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Visits, experiences, activities Visits, Experiences, Activities

草木染め / タッセルアクセサリー / 藍染体験 【Design by Kazue】
Plant dyeing / Tassel accessories / Indigo dyeing experience [Design by Kazue]

A new space of Sugitoyama's new space "Atelier" will be held using the material of Kamikatsu -cho.
公共ライドシェアで上勝ガイドツアー【（一社）ひだまり】
Kamikatsu Guided Tour with Public Ride Share [Hidamari]

Guided tours by local registered drivers. Guide information that locals don't appear on the web, as well as recommended points.
上勝のゼロ・ウェイストのルーツを学ぶ “STUDY WHY“ 【上勝町ゼロ・ウェイストセンター】
Learn about Kamikatsu's Zero Waste Roots "STUDY WHY" [Kamikatsu Town Zero Waste Center]

Introducing the facilities of Kamikatsu Town Zero Waste Center, which has a 80% recycling rate and 43 separates the roots of Kamikatsu Town Zero Waste Center.
上勝町の恵みで、手仕事の温かさを体感。【くるくる工房】
Experience the warmth of handicrafts through the bounty of Kamikatsu Town. [Curkuru Kobo]

Enjoy the charm of Kamikatsu -cho by handmade. Produces warm original items with rice straw and shro leaves.
ブルワリー見学　【KAMIKATZ STONEWALL HILL CRAFT & SCIENCE】
Brewery tour [KAMIKATZ STONEWALL HILL CRAFT & SCIENCE]

BEER brewed with the feelings of regeneration and circulation. Experience tour of sustainable brewery Stonewall Hill.
上勝の晩茶の飲み比べ体験　【しのぶちゃんの晩茶屋】
Kamikatsu's Tasting Experience of Night Tea [Shinobu-chan's Night Tea Restaurant]

Enjoy the different individuality and charms of each farmer, and experience tasting Kamikatsu's Bancha.
農園見学 / 上勝阿波晩茶体験　【NARUMI FARM】　
Farm tour / Kamikatsu Awa Bancha Experience [NARUMI FARM]

"Farm tour" "Kamikatsu Awa Bancha Experience"
An organic farm experience brought to you by NARUMI FARM.
トレッキング / ヨガ / 散策　ツアー【月ヶ谷温泉"月の宿"】
Trekking / Yoga / Walking Tour [Tsukigaya Onsen "Tsukino Inn"]

A luxurious time woven by nature and tradition. Special memories with strolls, hot springs, and gastronomic experience packs.
山々に響くヤッホーの声！武市さんと楽しむ感動体験　
Yoho's voice echoing through the mountains! Enjoy an emotional experience with Takeichi

Enjoy "Yahho" around Lake Masaki Dam, Kamikatsu Town.
Experience with a charismatic certified sensei (Kamikatsu Yaho Research Team).
森に親しみ、森を育て、森に学ぶ体験【千年の森ふれあい館】
Experience familiar with the forest, cultivate the forest, and learn from the forest [Thousand Years of Forests]

A wide range of exchange and communication hubs through forest development, including natural forest regeneration, forest environment education, and forest development.
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Viewing / training Inspection & Training

About the "leaf business" that made Ushigoshi -cho at all, and initiatives that made the first "Zero Waste Declaration" in Japan, etc.
Introducing various businesses and activities that excite the community.
The inspection is also held locally or online, so please feel free to contact us.

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Frequently Asked Questions FAQ

Q.Do I need a rental car to move around Kamikatsu Town?
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In Kamikatsu -cho, public transportation is limited, so you can use a rental car to move the town more freely.
This is especially useful for sightseeing in groups or when there is a lot of luggage.
There is a rental car service in Tokushima City and Tokushima Airport, and you can arrive about an hour by car from Tokushima City to Kamikatsu -cho.

Q.How to get to Kamikatsu -cho? Is it possible to access public transportation?
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How to access each public transportationHerePlease see.

Q.Where is the parking lot when going by car?
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Please refer to the introduction page of each visit.

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access Access

Kamikatsu -cho, which is located in the center of Tokushima Prefecture, is located in the mountains, so traveling by car is the most convenient.
Access from major cities and airports is as follows.

● From Tokyo

To Tokushima Awa Odori Airport

About 1 hour 10 minutes

● From Osaka

To Tokushima Station

About 2 hours and 30 minutes

● From Fukuoka

To Tokushima Awa Odori Airport

About an hour

■ From Tokushima Awa Odori Airport

Up to Kamikatsu -cho

About 2 hours

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