Oboke and Koboke Gorges
大歩危・小歩危
Oboke and Koboke are river gorges near the Iya Valley in western Tokushima. The river runs between rocky cliffs, making a scenic area for nature lovers. Visitors can take a sightseeing boat trip or try white-water rafting. Rafting is popular in spring.
Good to know
- The Oboke and Koboke canyons are near the Iya Valley and are well worth a visit.
Tips for Muslim visitors
- The sightseeing boat ride through the gorge takes about 30 minutes.
- The gorge has sheer slopes with narrow paths that can be tricky to walk along.
- The Lapis Oboke facility has a tourist information center, a cafe, a free foot bath and shops.
- Natural sites may have few facilities. Bring water, a travel prayer mat and a qibla app, and check the weather; mountains and lakes can be much colder than the city.
- Restrooms for wudu can be far apart on trails. Many Muslim travellers carry a small water bottle for wudu.
- Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Tokushima and the verified places to pray nearby.
- Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.
Prayer times in Tokushima
Today (5 Nov 2026)
- Fajr04:50
- Sunrise06:25
- Dhuhr11:47
- Asr14:44
- Maghrib17:06
- Isha18:31
Times are calculated for Tokushima City. Times may differ elsewhere in Tokushima.
Places to pray near Oboke and Koboke Gorges
We have not verified a place to pray near here yet. Many large stations, airports and department stores in Japan have prayer rooms.
Halal food near Oboke and Koboke Gorges
We have not verified a halal restaurant near here yet. Until then, these guides can help you choose food safely:
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Sources (Checked 5 Nov 2026): japan.travel