With some great road trip options in the surrounding area, renting a car makes good sense. Without one, it’d be much harder to soak up everything that Uwajima, 25 miles away, has to offer. Among your first stops here should be Uwajima Castle, Nanrakuen Garden and Mishima Shrine. Kita-gun is another popular option. It’s 40 miles away and has a variety of fascinating things to do. Kamihaga Residence and Wax Museum, Yokaichi Old Town and Museum of Commerce & Domestic Life are only the start.