Top Things to do in Kagawa Prefecture
Top Hotels in Kagawa Prefecture
The 10 Best Things to do Good for Big Groups in Kagawa Prefecture, Shikoku
Discover the best top things to do in Kagawa Prefecture, Japan including Ritsurin Garden, Former Konpira Old Theater Kanamaruza, Kotohira-gu Shrine, Naoshima, Zentsu-ji Temple, Akakabocha, Marugame Castle, Michi-no-Eki Shodoshima Olive Park, Kankakei Gorge, Kankakei Ropeway.
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1. Ritsurin Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,567 reviews
Ritsurin Garden is a superb cultural asset that conveys the characteristics of the daimyo strolling gardens that were typically seen in the 17th and 18th century. A daimyo strolling garden is a type of traditional Japanese garden in which ponds and hills are expertly constructed over a vast tract of land, and you can enjoy the garden's space as you leisurely walk around inside.
Reviewed By cleeve2017 - St. Albans, United Kingdom
This garden is full of beautiful detail. The trees are manicured immaculately and the landscaping of each view is exquisite. Even though we visited in early November and the autumn colours weren't yet fully showing the garden still looked fantastic.
2. Former Konpira Old Theater Kanamaruza
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 184 reviews
Reviewed By YG-EG - Geneva, Switzerland
Very helpful, informative, friendly and available guide/receptionist in English (and other languages). We wish we could attend a performance there someday in April. Very worth the visit.
3. Kotohira-gu Shrine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,087 reviews
Reviewed By RYOKOSURU - Madrid, Spain
Absolutely amazing experience, the awesome shrine is well worth the effort to go all the way up the 785 stone steps to the top. The view is wonderful and the many stone lanterns and small shrines along the path create a mystic atmosphere.
4. Naoshima
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 592 reviews
Reviewed By Rosco49 - Perth, Australia
Our time frame was too tight to stay any longer than the day visit. We found the islands transport system was very efficient & inexpensive. We chose to take the bus to the end of the line for a fee of 100 Yen, then the free shuttle thru to the end museum “Chichu Art Museum” then to walk back to the return bus & checking out the various art works along the way. Menu photo opportunities. Our schedule didn’t allow time to look at the many other attractions along the way. The arrive early & had a wonderful breakfast at Sparkie blended coffee. Very good price & delicious. A late lunch at Yuunagi cafe before leaving.
5. Zentsu-ji Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 186 reviews
Reviewed By MarkGroenewold - Takamatsu, Japan
Those who are deeply connected to the Buddhist Pilgrimage of Shikoku will tell you that this is one of three critical places to visit to have a "full pilgrim (ohenro) experience". The other two are Touji (Kyoto--very very cool) and Mt. Kona (also unbelievable). This is the birthplace of Kukai, also called reverently, "Kobo Daishi". It is from here that Kukai began his life as a disciple of Buddhism. This is the original spring well. The grounds are expansive and beautiful. The pagoda is magnificent and the gates and temple hall are inspiring. If you dare, there is an underground passage that must be walked in complete darkness. If one is cruel or full of malice, they may be trapped beneath. Somehow on the last visit I got through okay. I'm sure you'll be fine. Various statues are around the edges of the grounds and there are several buildings for you to check out and explore. Combined with Konpira this makes an excellent day!
6. Akakabocha
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By Rumples - Tucson, United States
This fiberglass red pumpkin welcomed us to Naoshima, the art island, as soon as our ferry from Uno entered Miyanoura Port. Placed at the water's edge, the 13-feet-high work by Japanese artist Yayaoi Kusama features her trademark polka dots. Big and black, some are actually holes that visitors can peer through from inside for a photo. Created in 2006, the interactive art piece has openings to enter and to exit and plenty of room in the empty interior. Children and adults seemed to be having much fun investigating the sculpture (touching permitted). I thought the scenes of the island when looking out provided good photo ops in addition to what are available from the exterior. Though the popular piece beckons immediately when leaving the ferry, those in a time crunch for catching a bus may want to wait to visit until their return. Akakabocha is one of two pumpkin sculptures by Kusama on the island. The other, Yellow Pumpkin, stands on an old wharf that extends from a sandy beach and faces the Benesse Hotel. That pumpkin is not an interactive creation.
7. Marugame Castle
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 456 reviews
Reviewed By BZimm08 - Iwakuni, Japan
One of my goals while living in Japan is to see all the original castles, so this last weekend I visited Marugame Castle. This one is interesting as it is built on top of a steep hill, most others I've been to so far have been on flat ground. Because of this it reminded me a bit of castles in Europe. The walk to the actual castle is pretty steep, but you get gorgeous 360 views from the top. I recommend paying the 200 Yen to visit the inside. The inside is pretty small but it is interesting to see what it looks like plus entrances here are so cheap. The whole grounds of the castle to include the park and moat are just beautiful.
8. Michi-no-Eki Shodoshima Olive Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 431 reviews
Reviewed By seanseungw0nj - Tokyo, Japan
We enjoyed walking around the Olive Garden and taking pictures with the background of the windmill. Free rent of broom in the center.
9. Kankakei Gorge
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By 22GraceB - Sydney, Australia
We walked up from the ropeway as it hadn’t started raining yet and we wanted to experience the forest which is natural. Although past the prime the autumn leaves were lovely. The forest was lovely and quiet and despite all the signs we were not disturbed by inoshishi leaping out of the bush at us. When we reached the top the clouds came in, the rain started and the temperature plummeted. We decided to take the cable car down the mountain which was a great idea as it took us through the gap which was not accessible by the path. The view was amazing and the trees looked gorgeous. We were treated to a lone trumpeter at the top playing beautifully through the mist. Thanks to whoever that was.
10. Kankakei Ropeway
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 103 reviews
First formed by the volcanic activities of 13 million years ago, a long time of 2 million years had created such a rare and beautiful geography.Kanakei Gorge, considered one of the three most beautiful valleys in Japan, is boast of world famous scenic beauty of unique shaped rock cliffs decorated with colorful trees. You can feel the breathtaking nature full of thrills and dynamism by the 5 minutes Ropeway ride with the height difference of 317m, and the total length of 917m. Visitors can also enjoy the different views depending on the season. Feel tender green of new leaves in spring, fresh green in summer, red and yellow leaves in autumn, and quiet valley, sometimes with snow in winter.
Reviewed By michelletM7074OY
Rented a car from Orix Car Rental which is a short walk from Tonosho Port (came from Okayama New Port) Arrived at the ropeway at 11am. Managed to get on to the ropeway before a tour group did so it took us less than 10 mins in line. Autumn colours were in their peak and it was gorgeous the entire way up to the summit station. There were several viewing spots and souvenir shops on the summit. Spent about 45 mins up there before taking the doorway down again. There was a long line when we disembarked and it looked like a hour wait at least. So go early and hopefully there's no tour group in line with you!
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