Charms of Kagawa
Guide to Kagawa
The Prefecture Facing the Sea and the Beauty of its Many Islands
- Size
- Kagawa is the smallest prefecture by area in Japan. It is possible to travel almost anywhere within the prefecture from Takamatsu within one hour.
*if using the highway
- Climate
- Kagawa is known for its temperate weather, with little rain and many sunny days.
- Prefectural Fish
- Yellowtail (Kagawa was the first to succeed in yellowtail aquafarming)
- Prefectural Flower
- Olive (Kagawa's Shodoshima Island was the first place in Japan to successfully cultivate olives)
- Famous Products
- The classic Sanuki Udon noodles and other delicious food that can only be enjoyed here in Kagawa
- "The Art Prefecture"
- Including the Benesse Art Site Naoshima, which has attracted attention from all over the world, and the Setouchi Triennale International Art Festival, held once every three years
- Setonaikai National Park
- Japan's first national park, established in 1934. It is the largest national park in Japan by area.
- Ritsurin Garden
- This famous traditional Japanese garden was awarded the highest score of three stars by the Michelin Green Guide Japan.
Charms of Kagawa
The Seto Inland Sea has been lauded as the "Jewel of the World." Protected by the sea, the islands offer a picturesque view.
The Sanuki Plains hold the promise of the rewards of all four seasons (Sanuki = the historic name for the region known as Kagawa Prefecture today).
Kagawa, which is blessed with a warm, comfortable climate, is packed full of charm.
The Sanuki Plains hold the promise of the rewards of all four seasons (Sanuki = the historic name for the region known as Kagawa Prefecture today).
Kagawa, which is blessed with a warm, comfortable climate, is packed full of charm.

Feeling
Countless works of modern art that co-exist with the natural environment against the backdrop of the Seto Inland Sea
“Red Pumpkin” © Yayoi Kusama,2006
Naoshima Miyanoura Port Square
Photo by: Daisuke Aochi
Naoshima Miyanoura Port Square
Photo by: Daisuke Aochi