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This page provides official travel information about Udatsu Streets in Waki Town and nearby attractions in the Kansai region of Japan.
【The streets of Waki Town boast a proud history】
Udatsu refers to the mud firewalls built between houses, which were expensive to make. Waki Town flourished as the trading center of Awa indigo between the Edo and Meiji periods, and the wealthy indigo merchants created the beautiful streets of this town by building shops and houses featuring udatsu. It is currently designated as Preservation District for Groups of Historic Buildings by the Japanese government, and bustles with many tourists.
【Access】Public transport: Approx. 10 min. by car from JR Anabuki Station
By car: Approx. 10 min. from Wakimachi IC on the Tokushima Expressway
【Credit Card Payment】Yes 【Foreign Language Support】No
This basic information is current at the time of publication and is subject to change.
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