Kagawa Prefecture Tours

Wasanbon is a type of fine Japanese sugar that’s a specialty of the Kagawa Prefecture. The sugar is commonly used to make traditional decorative sweets called “higashi”, and this experience provides a hands-on introduction to making them. A lot of commercial sweets are produced in factories, so enjoy the rare opportunity of a sweet-making class by a traditional craftsman, using carved wooden molds. Make 12 sweets, and try two of them with a Matcha tea.

Schedule : 09:00 From JR Takamatsu Station 09:45 From Takamatsu Airport ～ 12:10-14:00 The Secluded spot Iya Kazurabashi Vine Bridge (Take easy lunch at here) ～ 14:30-16:05 Enjoy and make a ost of Oboke Valley on a Pleasure Cruise (Fare Not Included) ～ 18:15 Arrival Takamatsu Airport 19:00 Arrival JR Takamatsu Station

Visit Konishi Shorakuen bonsai garden, which has over 130 years of history, and under the guidance of the 4th generation gardener with 20 years of continuous work, learn to distinguish the quality of bonsai and understand the worldview embodied in the trees, along with experiencing the different work that goes into them each season. ・Experience bonsai in depth in the Kinashi area of Takamatsu city, where the majority of pine bonsai are produced (80%) in Japan ・Visit a top-class Japanese evergreen bonsai garden "Kandaka Shojuen," and experience the majesty of bonsai that cost over 10 million yen ・After engaging carefully with the skills of bonsai artisans, take on the different work actually performed each season

Dress on Kimono and make Tranditional Japanese sweets "Higashi" with Wasanbon ( the refined sugar that is made in micro particles sugar by the unique manufacturing and traditional method in Shikoku in Japan) and have Matcha at a Shop of Kimono with a long history. After an hour, you can freely walk around the city, Ritsurin park to enjoy your kimono experience for several hour. *please return kimono before 5pm. *In order for us to prepare kimono, please inform us in advance of the participants' gender, size as well as the number of child participants.

There are food cultures that are loved by the local people over time. Here in Kagawa “Sanuki Udon”. UDON HOUSE offers a one-day, two-day program to learn about the Sanuki udon culture in earnest and fully enjoy the charm of Setouchi.

Elevate your vacation photographs to the next level during a kimono experience in Ritsurin Garden in Japan. You’ll have the opportunity to choose your kimono from a wide selection before exploring the garden—home to scenic flowers and multiple photo spots—at your own pace. Plus, the short duration of this experience makes it ideal for time-pressed travelers.

A course that runs from Shishima to Yeouido on a steamer that comes out from Sakuma Port. You can explore the small islands in Setouchi by taking full advantage of the folding performance. Move from Shijima to Yeouido by sea taxi! Run through the Seto Inland Sea with a chartered boat. Yeouido is hard to walk around, but it's not enough to bring a road bike, so it's a perfect island to go in Brompton. We recommend the stylish shop where you can enjoy a delicious seafood lunch with plenty of local ingredients facing the sea. There are also places to learn about the history of the Setouchi island, such as the Yeouido Marine Memorial Hall. It is an option to watch the sunset at Parents' Beach, which is now a popular spot, just by moving 10 minutes after returning to Kashiwajima.

This value-packed trip with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Naoshima! Once a rural island on the verge of becoming a ghost town, Naoshima is now a world-class center for contemporary art due in large part to contributions from Japan's top achitects, including museums, a boutique hotel, and bathhouse. The area features a captivating result of avant-garde blending with rural natural beauty. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a eight-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The Nationally-licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Use Public train at this tour . Local train , Local Ferry ,and Local Bus .. 1.)Private English guide will guided to you . 2.)Can visit you favorite place at your favorite time . 3.)Departure from Uno station or Takamatsu station , ---- more choices

Traditionally, octopus have been caught by luring them into so called octopus pots. You will experience pulling up an octopus pot barrel and then cooking what you caught. We will sail out from the pier to the Inland Sea and head to the haul-out point. Return to the fishing port and observe the basic process of cooking an octopus (join in possible if desired), and then have lunch. We will use the traditional method of cooking octopus, called "ikijime," and receive an explanation on how to do that. Ikijime is a method of (humanely) destroying the spinal cord of fish so that the quality of their meat is maintained.

・It is the art museum that exhibits by the theme, including the paintings of painter Chubei Yagyu who works under the theme of "specter" and that of "Yokai Zoke Award", "Yokai Photo Exhibition" of foreign artists. ・You can discover new style of "specter" while walikng around the exhibitions that have different ideas in five buildings which are scattered about the maze town in Shodo Island. ・It takes about 15 minutes on foot from "tonosho Port".

【OUTLINE】 1. Traditional performances from the Edo Era! Closely watch and feel the traditional performing art which shows you old Japan. 2. So many variations! Enjoy stories full of human warmth and samurai dramas featuring sword fight. The program is changed every month and you won't get bored. 3. Feel a sense of unity with performers! Watch dramas up close and send the performers off at the finale. You'll be deeply impressed with the interact with the performers.

Enjoy the island vistas of the Seto Inland Sea, which was the only place selected by the NY Times for "52 Places to Go in 2019" on this half-day kayaking trip. ・Carefully guided by an experienced instructor, who has kayaked all over the world ・An easy to maneuver 2-person boat is used, so even beginners can participate safely ・Land on an uninhabited island only reachable via kayak, and go cave exploring, which can also be done on the water during high tide ・Take a tea break while enjoying snacks that make ample use of local Kagawa ingredients ・Trekking can be enjoyed on an uninhabited island. Along with the scenery of Setouchi, there are many highlights, for example, the site you can feel the remnants of the megalithic religion.

A vehicle with a driver is recommended for efficient sightseeing in Kagawa Prefecture. A dedicated driver who knows the Shikoku and Sanin areas will take you to various places. You can have a list of the places you want to go and suggest a course here. Travel consultation and travel planning are also available. If you are a multi-day charter, you can go around Shikoku. Please be assured that you will be able to entertain and have a good driver for sightseeing information and a small automatic translator. The travel consultation and schedule creation will be done, so you can not cancel the system. The driver and our office staff will assist you during the journey.

Come visit Ritsurin Garden in Kagawa, widely regarded as one of the most scenic gardens in Japan, and create memories that last a lifetime! In this 30-minute session, you can have your pictures taken by a professional photographer against the stunning backdrops of ever-changing natural landscapes. Whether you are travelling alone, with family, or with special someone, this will be a perfect memento of your visit to Japan. After the photo session finishes, take time to walk around the beautiful garden with many attractions. The pictures (20-30 images) will be sent to you through the internet within a month, after careful selection and editing. *There is a kimono dressing option for those who want to have pictures taken and stroll around the garden in gorgeous kimono. In order for us to prepare kimono, please inform us in advance of the participants' gender, size as well as the number of child participants. *Park admission fee (Adult 410 JPY/Child 170 JPY) is not included in the price.

A skilled captain who knows the Seto Inland Sea will take you around to three islands that are difficult for normal ships to reach. You will be guided by a former national park ranger, who is nationally qualified as a licensed interpreter. They will help you gain a deeper understanding of the nature and culture of the inland sea. ・Enjoy the islands of the Seto Inland Sea, the only location selected in Japan by the NY Times for "52 Places to Go in 2019" ・On Honjima, which once flourished as an important base for shipbuilding and the navy, stroll through a historic town preserved for its importance ・Enjoy a luxurious Japanese seafood lunch with fresh seafood from the Seto Inland Sea ・Those who wish to can visit a private beach such as on Teshima, and have the beautiful scenery all to themselves

The Setouchi region is known for its moderate climate, with a stable year-round temperature and relatively low rainfall levels. In this experience, you will feel, learn and taste how this environment effects the seafood of the area.

If you have any places you wish to visit in the Kagawa Prefecture, a friendly English speaking driver will support your journey. This will not be a guided tour. ◆Spots to visit◆ -Takamatsu Port From Takamatsu Port, you can visit Naoshima. -Ritsurin Koen A beautiful garden that some say tops the Three Great Garden of Japan Ritsurin Koen. -Yamadaya ~Udon~ At Yamadaya you will be able to enjoy the delicious Sanuki Udon. -Yakuriji Temple The 85th temple of Shikoku's pilgrimage. On the side of Goken Mountain, the temple can be reached on foot or by cable car. -The Isamu Noguchi Garden Museum Isamu Noguchi (1904-1988) was a prominent Japanese American artist, sculptor and landscape designer. -Kotohira-gu Shrine One of the most popular shrine in Japan and has been worshiped since ancient times as "the God of the Sea". There is an extremely long staircase, consisting of 1,368 steps. You can choose liked spot to visit.

We will send you to the entrance of Kotohiragu Shrine (Daimon / 365th stage) by the worship mountaineering shuttle. It takes about 15 minutes to reach Daimon. One way is 700 yen per person. It is always available between 7:00 am and 4:00 pm. 【Precautions】 ・ It does not operate from January 1st to 3rd.

If you have any places you wish to visit in the Kagawa Prefecture, a friendly English speaking driver will support your journey. This will not be a guided tour. ◆Spots to visit◆ -Takamatsu Port From Takamatsu Port, you can visit Naoshima. -Ritsurin Koen A beautiful garden that some say tops the Three Great Garden of Japan Ritsurin Koen. -Yamadaya ~Udon~ At Yamadaya you will be able to enjoy the delicious Sanuki Udon. -Yakuriji Temple The 85th temple of Shikoku's pilgrimage. On the side of Goken Mountain, the temple can be reached on foot or by cable car. -The Isamu Noguchi Garden Museum Isamu Noguchi (1904-1988) was a prominent Japanese American artist, sculptor and landscape designer. -Kotohira-gu Shrine One of the most popular shrine in Japan and has been worshiped since ancient times as "the God of the Sea". There is an extremely long staircase, consisting of 1,368 steps. You can choose liked spot to visit.

Easy transfer service from Takamatsu Airport to your hotel in Takamatsu city or Takamatsu port. Stress free transfer and why not spend limited trip time efficiently?

We provide private tours by drivers on the tourist bus. It is the best part of this tour that you can travel efficiently around the tourist spots in Kagawa Prefecture. We promise you a safe and comfortable move by a licensed driver. I will drive with the kind of hospitality that you feel good to charter.

You can explore Takamatsu as you want with a local professional & friendly guide. Since this is a customized private tour, you can choose the tour time and the sights you visit. You will have great time and great food. Hotel meet up is included to ensure you receive a stress-free experience. If you are not sure where you wanna go, follow the sample itinerary.

We provide private tours by drivers on the tourist bus. It is the best part of this tour that you can travel efficiently around the tourist spots in Kagawa Prefecture. We promise you a safe and comfortable move by a licensed driver. I will drive with the kind of hospitality that you feel good to charter.