Located in the western part of Tokushima prefecture on the Island of Shikoku, Iya is a place where the landscape has remained in its original state. It is a part of Japan that has been protected by nature and has been maintained since the first settlers arrived. We give thanks to be able to clear land, grow food and live in this area. The ingrained culture of this land surrounded by the steep mountains is vigorous and beautiful. Please let the spiritual and cultural climate of the rural, secluded hamlets, which are so different from the elegant capitals of old, fill your soul.