Dōzan River
The Dōzan River is the largest branch of the Yoshino River and flows through Ehime and Tokushima prefectures in Japan. Its name was derived from the Besshi copper mine that is now closed. In Tokushima Prefecture, it is called the Iyo River.| Tap on a place to explore it |
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- Type: Stream
- Description: river in Japan
- Also known as: “Dōzan” and “Dozan Gawa”
Places of Interest
Highlights include Awakawaguchi and Iyaguchi.
Awakawaguchi
Railway stop
Photo: Mitsuki-2368, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Awa-Kawaguchi Station is a passenger railway station located in the city of Miyoshi, Tokushima Prefecture, Japan. It is operated by JR Shikoku and has the station number "D25".
Iyaguchi
Railway stop
Photo: Charles’s Wain, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Iyaguchi Station is a passenger railway station located in the city of Miyoshi, Tokushima Prefecture, Japan. It is operated by JR Shikoku and has the station number "D24". Iyaguchi is situated 2½ km northeast of Dōzan River.
Places in the Area
Nearby places include Oboke and Koboke and Iya Valley.
Oboke and Koboke
Photo: さかおり, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Ōboke and Koboke mean, respectively, "big steps dangerous" and "small steps dangerous" — an apt description of the perils of traversing on foot through these steep gorges in Shikoku. The river views and awesome white water rafting are the big draws here.
Iya Valley
Iya Valley is a remote mountain valley deep in the heart of Shikoku. One of Japan's Three Hidden Valleys, Iya has dramatic mountain scenery, traditional thatched roof homes, and historic vine bridges.
Miyoshi
Miyoshi is a city located in Tokushima Prefecture, Japan. As of 30 June 2022, the city had an estimated population of 23,782 in 12103 households and a population density of 33 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 721.42 square kilometres.
Dōzan River
- Categories: river and body of water
- Location: Japan, East Asia, Asia
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Satellite Map
Discover Dōzan River from above in high-definition satellite imagery.
In Other Languages
From Cebuano to Welsh—“Dōzan River” goes by many names.
Localities in the Area
Explore places such as Kawaguchi and Yamashirocho-Okawamochi.
Notable Places Nearby
Highlights include Awa Kawaguchi-eki and Iyaguchi.
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