Kagawa
KAGAWAIslands, sea and udon in Japan’s smallest prefecture.
From Seto Inland Sea islands to castle and shrine towns.
A guide to four areas I actually visited.
01What is Kagawa like?ABOUT
Kagawa sits near the center of the Seto Inland Sea and is the smallest prefecture in Japan by area. Its mild, dry climate, calm sea, scattered islands and gentle hills create beautiful scenery, and the Seto Ohashi Bridge makes it easy to reach from Honshu.
Beyond its famous udon culture, compact Kagawa packs in historic castle and shrine towns and the life and culture of the Seto Inland Sea islands.
02Area GuideAREA GUIDE
Ogijima & Megijima
Islands reached by ferry from Takamatsu Port, dotted with cats, the Ogre Island legend and artworks — perfect for island walks.
[Megijima] Complete Access Guide to the Onigashima Great Cave | Bus Timetable, Fares, and Travel Time
[Kagawa, Megijima Island] The Complete Guide to Onigashima Cave — Home of the Momotarō Legend｜Highlights, Access & Fees
[Megijima] Onigashima Cave Admission Fees & Opening Hours Guide | Discounts, What to Wear, and More
Washigamine Observatory: Megijima’s Best 360° Panoramic Viewpoint (Access Guide)
Megijima Island Art Guide: The Seagull Parking Lot, 20th Century Recollection & the Moai Statue
Summer Pockets Pilgrimage Guide: Ogijima Island Locations & How to Reach Onigashima Great Cave
Ogijima Lighthouse: Japan’s Rare Unpainted Stone Lighthouse & National Cultural Property
Complete Access Guide to Ogijima Lighthouse | Route, Travel Time, and Tips from Ogijima Port
Ogijima Cat Island Guide: Where to Meet the Island Cats Near Takamatsu & Feeding Etiquette Explained
Toyotamahime Shrine on Ogijima Cat Island: Access, Blessings, and the Best Viewpoint
Megijima Food Report: “HAKOBUNE” — The Famous Wood Ear Mushroom Burger, Prices, and Crowds
Shodoshima
One of the largest islands in the Seto Inland Sea, known as the birthplace of olive growing. Angel Road and Kankakei Gorge offer plenty of scenery.
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Kotohira
The shrine town of Kotohiragu, affectionately called “Konpira-san,” with its long stone stairway and historic hot-spring town atmosphere.
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Marugame Castle
A castle town crowned by Marugame Castle, one of 12 original keeps, known for beautiful stone walls and traditional fan making.
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03Local food to try in KagawaLOCAL FOOD
Sanuki udon
Japan’s signature udon. There are so many shops in Kagawa that you can eat it anywhere.
Wood-ear burger
The signature burger at “HAKOBUNE” on Megijima, an easy stop on an island walk.
Read the report04Travel TipsTRAVEL TIPS
Megijima and Ogijima are reached by ferry from Takamatsu Port.
A bus runs from the port to Onigashima Cave.
Bus timetable & faresAdmission, hours and what to wear.
Fees & hoursDirections and time from Ogijima Port to the lighthouse.
Access to the lighthouse
