Udatsu no machi

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Among Shikoku's local businesss, Udatsu no machi is an attraction at 92 Wakimachi Oaza Wakimachi, Mima, Tokushima 779-3610, Japan, in the Wakimachi district of Mima. The venue forms part of a preserved street of historic townhouses in this part of Tokushima, on the island of Shikoku.

Udatsu no machi is known for its udatsu, the raised earthen fire walls that crown the roofs of the old merchant houses along the street. The attraction draws visitors who come to walk the lane and look at these distinctive architectural features, and its 4 out of 5 average across 2138 reviews reflects a substantial following. That review total places it among the more widely reviewed attractions in the area, and the steady score suggests a site that holds up for those who make the trip. Tokushima and Takamatsu are among the nearby places that frame a visit to this part of the island.

Five photographs accompany this listing, and the website, http://www.city.mima.lg.jp/kankou/kankouannai/miru/0002.html, serves as the reference point for its identity and services. The street address anchors the attraction within Wakimachi in Mima, Tokushima.

Shikoku moves through four marked seasons, and the heat and humidity of July and August give way to gentler conditions on the southern islands in winter. Cooking on Japan's islands leans on fresh seafood, local rice and regional specialities, so meals between sightseeing stops tend to follow that pattern. Boats, bridges and short flights tie Japan's islands together, which keeps Shikoku within easy reach from several directions. Japanese serves as the everyday language, and a handful of phrases helps with routine exchanges. The attraction's position in Mima makes it a practical stop for travellers moving between Tokushima and the island's other towns.