All Kagawa Prefecture Tours & Excursions in 2026

Explore the best of Kagawa on this full-day tour from Takamatsu, combining history, culture, scenic beauty, and local food. Visit the famous Kotohira-gu Shrine and climb its historic stone steps while enjoying beautiful views along the way. Afterward, enjoy a delicious Sanuki udon lunch at a popular local restaurant. The tour continues to Marugame Castle, one of Japan’s few remaining original castles, followed by a relaxing visit to Nakazu Bansho Garden, a traditional Japanese garden known for its peaceful atmosphere and seasonal scenery. You will also stop at Zentsu-ji Temple, the birthplace of Kobo Daishi and one of the most important temples on the Shikoku Pilgrimage route. This tour is ideal for travelers who want to experience Kagawa’s major highlights comfortably in one day.

Private tours to popular Instagrammable places in Kagawa! We will guide you to the most popular sightseeing spots such as "swing in the sky," "Honenike Dam," "Chichibugahama Beach," and more for absolutely instagrammable places. A total of 8 hours of tour! The tour can be arranged as it is a private tour! We will offer you a trip where you can take "a miraculous shot" that you normally would not be able to take♪

Discover the history, culture, art, and natural beauty of Takamatsu, the vibrant gateway to Shikoku. This immersive full-day tour takes you through the city's most iconic landmarks, from elegant Japanese gardens and historic castle grounds to sacred pilgrimage temples, traditional villages, and contemporary artistic spaces. Experience Takamatsu's unique blend of old and new as you explore centuries of local heritage, enjoy scenic views overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, and gain insight into the traditions that have shaped the city for generations. Along the way, you'll encounter remarkable architecture, spiritual sites, waterfront charm, and the artistic legacy that continues to make Takamatsu one of Japan's most culturally rich destinations. Perfect for first-time visitors and culture enthusiasts alike, this tour offers a comprehensive introduction to the many facets of Takamatsu in a single unforgettable day.

Begin your private shore excursion with pickup from Takamatsu Port. Travel comfortably in your own private vehicle. Unlike a large group tour, there is no need to keep pace with other travelers, allowing you to enjoy each destination at your own pace. Start at Ritsurin Garden, one of Japan’s most celebrated traditional gardens, featuring beautiful ponds, bridges, and landscaped scenery. Continue to Kotohira-gu Shrine, a historic shrine reached by its famous stone steps and dedicated to the guardian deity of seafarers. Next, visit Zentsuji Temple, one of the most important temples on the Shikoku Pilgrimage and the birthplace of Kobo Daishi (Kukai). The driver speaks Japanese, with communication assisted by a translation app. Before your tour, you will receive an English digital guidebook about the itinerary and sightseeing locations. Pre-tour customer support is available in English. Return to Takamatsu Port in time for your ship’s departure.

Our hair salon has been in business for 57 years. Japanese cultural experience services are held in a dedicated salon space on the second floor.

Learn about the fascinating history and stories behind the valley's mysteries, including the statue of a peeing boy in the middle of the mountains, the famous Iya Kazurabashi Vine Bridge, and why samurai once lived in such a remote valley. Marvel at the Kazurabashi Bridge, woven entirely from mountain vines. Near the bridge, see crystal-clear rivers flow through the valley and visit secret photo spots that most tourists never discover. For lunch, enjoy Iya’s famous local soba noodles. Even the view from the soba restaurant is considered one of the valley’s hidden scenic highlights. After lunch, travel even deeper into the mountains to visit a hidden samurai village said to have been established long ago by warriors seeking refuge in this remote region. See traditional thatched-roof houses, some hundreds of years old, and glimpse how the samurai once lived in these isolated mountains.

Demonstration of "tea procedure" including hands-on lesson. You will learn the basic concepts and ideas of tea ceremony learning how to behave in a tearoom and how to appreciate its decoration. Then we will tell you how to drink it, and also serve you a wagashi, Japanese cake.

A government-certified foreign language and tourist guide will pick you up by car from the train station, hotel, etc. The standard destinations are as follows, but depending on your needs, weather, traffic conditions and season, the destinations and length of your stay can be adjusted. Optional locations are also included as much as possible.

Japanese cultural experience services served by nationally certified beauticians Hair-set and Kimono dressing experience from a nationally certified beautician

In principle, reservations are for two persons or more. This tour is a leisurely bicycle trip that combines British-made folding bicycle BROMPTON and public transportation, which is different from the usual cycling tour. Even if you are not a cyclist and you are not very confident in your physical fitness, the guide will support you so that you can take a tour without difficulty.

Limited to 4 days on August 12th~15th! Experience the largest dance festival in Japan, Awa Odori from a paid reserved seating area from Takamatsu! The Awa Dance Festival (Awa Odori) is the country's largest dance festival as part of the Obon festival in Tokushima Prefecture, Japan. Dancers and musicians known as ren parade through the streets accompanied by traditional instruments, wearing obon dance costumes and chanting. "Awa" refers to the old name of Tokushima Prefecture, and "odori" means "dance". "Odoru aho ni miru aho, onaji aho nara odoranya sonson" (A fool watches a fool dancing, If they're both fools, let's dance). It's the lyrics sung by the dancers during the festival.

Share a real dinner table with local residents — actual neighbors who come back night after night, Every evening at 7pm, no advance booking required — walk-ins welcome if seats remain, Learn the evening’s name in action: no “okawari,” no seconds — a word you’ll actually use, An English-speaking community manager bridges the table, so solo travelers fit right in, After dinner, unwind with locals over Molkky and giant Jenga — no shared language needed.

Explore the Shikoku Pilgrimage countryside by e bike with a local guide while wearing traditional pilgrim white. Ride along quiet rural roads through farmland, historic irrigation ponds, and peaceful villages, with electric assistance making the journey comfortable for different fitness levels. Stop for Sanuki udon at a century old family run diner, visit three pilgrimage temples, and experience the passage beneath Zentsuji, the birthplace of Kukai. Groups are limited to 6 travelers, and the traditional pilgrim white clothing is yours to keep.

Explore the historic bonsai nurseries of Takamatsu, a region renowned for its pine bonsai cultivation. This private tour immerses you in the rich tradition of bonsai growing, as you visit family-run nurseries and meet the growers who shape these living art pieces. Your knowledgeable guide, with firsthand experience in bonsai cultivation, offers insights and stories that enrich your understanding of this unique craft. Learn about the techniques that create the perfect bonsai and the philosophy behind this centuries-old practice—all tailored to your interests. - Private tour designed for bonsai enthusiasts and culture lovers alike - Visit nurseries in Kinashi and Kokubunji, dating back to the Edo period - Gain personal insights from a guide with local bonsai nursery experience - Transportation provided in a private vehicle for your convenience