Top 10 things to do in Kagawa Prefecture

  1. Shodoshima Olive Park

    Address: 2427-1 Nishimura, Shodoshima, Kagawa 761-4401, Japan

    Experience the Mediterranean atmosphere in Japan! Shodoshima Olive Park is a beautiful park with over 200,000 olive trees, a museum, and a restaurant serving delicious olive-based dishes.

  2. Ritsurin Garden

    Address: 1-20-16 Ritsurincho, Takamatsu, Kagawa 760-0073, Japan

    Visit one of the most beautiful Japanese gardens in the country! Ritsurin Garden is a 400-year-old garden with a pond, bridges, teahouses, and over 1,400 pine trees. It's a perfect place for a peaceful walk and some stunning photos.

  3. Yashima

    Address: Yashima, Takamatsu, Kagawa 761-0111, Japan

    Climb to the top of Yashima mountain and enjoy the panoramic view of the Seto Inland Sea and the city of Takamatsu. Yashima is also a historic site where a famous battle took place in the 12th century.

  4. Kotohira-gu Shrine

    Address: 892-1 Kotohiracho, Kotohira, Nakatado-gun 766-8501, Japan

    Visit one of the most popular shrines in Kagawa! Kotohira-gu Shrine is dedicated to the god of seafaring and is known for its long staircase with 785 steps. The climb is worth it for the stunning view from the top and the beautiful architecture of the shrine.

  5. Sanuki Kid's Kingdom

    Address: 1300-1 Mure, Takamatsu, Kagawa 761-0121, Japan

    Bring your kids to Sanuki Kid's Kingdom, a theme park with rides, attractions, and a petting zoo. It's a fun place for the whole family to spend the day!

  6. Marugame Castle

    Address: 3-10-20 Marugame, Marugame, Kagawa 763-0022, Japan

    Explore one of the 12 remaining original castles in Japan! Marugame Castle is a five-story castle with a beautiful view of the city and the Seto Inland Sea. It's also a great place to learn about Japanese history.

  7. Konpira-san Shrine

    Address: 892-1 Kotohiracho, Kotohira, Nakatado-gun 766-8501, Japan

    Visit one of the oldest and most important shrines in Japan! Konpira-san Shrine is dedicated to the god of seafaring and is known for its long staircase with 785 steps. The climb is worth it for the stunning view from the top and the beautiful architecture of the shrine.

  8. Teshima Art Museum

    Address: 2425-2 Yashimacho, Teshima, Tonosho-cho, Shozu-gun 761-4661, Japan

    Experience contemporary art in a unique setting! Teshima Art Museum is a minimalist museum with no walls or corners, designed to blend in with the surrounding nature. It features a single artwork, "Matrix," a water sculpture that changes shape with the wind and light.

  9. Naoshima Island

    Address: Naoshima, Kagawa 761-3110, Japan

    Explore the art island of Japan! Naoshima Island is known for its contemporary art museums, installations, and sculptures, including the famous giant pumpkin by Yayoi Kusama. It's a must-visit destination for art lovers.

  10. Shikoku Mura

    Address: 91-19 Yashiro, Takamatsu, Kagawa 761-0111, Japan

    Travel back in time and experience traditional Japanese culture! Shikoku Mura is an open-air museum with over 30 historic buildings from the Edo and Meiji periods, including a samurai house, a kabuki theater, and a sake brewery. It's a great place to learn about Japanese history and culture.