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Kagawa

Parks & Gardens

Sanuki Manno National Government Park

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Packed with seasonal flowers and outdoor fun-Shikoku’s only national government park, rich in nature and adventure!

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• [Sanuki Manno Park Visitor Guide] Fill Your Sense of Fun with Shikoku’s Nature and Culture

  Sanuki Manno Park is the only national park in Shikoku, blessed with abundant nature and colored by seasonal flowers such as nemophila and hydrangeas. It is a recommended sightseeing spot in Kagawa Prefecture, where a wide variety of leisure attractions are gathered in a spacious setting. This article introduces the park’s highlights and ways to enjoy it so that even first-time visitors can make the most of their visit. Its charm is sure to leave you impressed and make you want to visit at least once, so be sure to read to the end.

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Parks & Gardens

Roadside Station Shodoshima Olive Park

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A photogenic park with white windmills and swaying olive leaves.

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• Roadside Stations (Michi-no-Eki) : A Gateway to Deeper Regional Exploration

  For those looking to experience the unique charm of a region, incorporating roadside stations (Michi-no-Eki) into your travel plans is highly recommended. In addition to serving as hubs for regional revitalization, these stations offer a variety of experiences, from purchasing local specialties to enjoying regional gourmet cuisine. Beyond that, they also provide opportunities to experience the distinct character of each area. This article introduces how to make the most of Michi-no-Eki and highlights some of the best roadside stations across Japan.
• Plenty to Enjoy Even on a Short Trip! 9 Classic Kagawa Attractions

  Kagawa is Japan’s smallest prefecture by area, so even with a short stay you can fully enjoy must-see sights like historic shrines and castles, plus beautiful natural scenery. The remote islands floating in the Seto Inland Sea, such as Shodoshima and Naoshima, are also part of Kagawa’s appeal. If you’re sightseeing in this charm-packed prefecture, here are the attractions, places to stay, and local food you won’t want to miss.

Kagawa

Parks & Gardens

Buoy Buoy Garden

Artwork made from buoys, which are no longer used for fishing, and a garden with seasonal flowers fluttering in the air.

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• Enchanted by the islands of Setouchi! Shiwaku & Kasaoka Islands Model Course

  Here’s a sample itinerary for a smooth trip across the Setouchi islands. It starts with two days and one night on Awashima Island, former base for the Shiwaku Navy, then a brief stop on Honjima Island before making your away across the Great Seto Bridge towards the mainland to visit Kitagi Island, one of the “Kasaoka Islands”. From there you’ll make your final stop in Manabe Island.

Takamatsu

Parks & Gardens

Ritsurin Garden

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The Highest-Ranked Park in the French Travel Guidebook, Michelin Green Guide Japan

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• [Ritsurin Garden Visitor Guide] A Scenic Spot Where You Can Experience Japanese Atmosphere and Culture

  Ritsurin Garden is a place where you can enjoy scenery full of Japanese charm and experience Japanese culture across its vast grounds. It changes with the seasons, and even a short walk reveals landscapes with different kinds of beauty. Here is useful information to know before your visit, including the best seasons to go and the garden’s highlights.
• A Complete Travel Guide to Takamatsu! From Classic Spots to Hidden Gems, Gourmet Foods to Souvenirs!

  Kagawa Prefecture is so famous for its udon that it is sometimes called “Udon Prefecture.” Its “sanuki udon,” a chewy and springy type of udon, is particularly popular. At the heart of Kagawa Prefecture is Takamatsu City, which is not only home to many delicious udon restaurants, but also to plenty of great tourist spots, including Ritsurin Garden, which was given 3 stars in the French travel guidebook “Michelin Green Guide Japan.” This time, we will be introducing the highlights of Takamatsu.