Things to Do in Kagawa
Hand-picked sights and experiences across Kagawa.
When to catch the colours in Kagawa?
Average cherry blossom and autumn foliage dates for Kagawa, from the Japan Meteorological Agency's 1991–2020 normals — the fortnight to aim for, not a promise for any particular year.
- Cherry blossom
- First flowersMar 27
- Full bloomApr 4
- Autumn foliage
- Leaves turnNov 23
- Peak viewingNov 23 – Dec 7
Where to look next?
The prefectures we've mapped so far, nearest to Kagawa first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Because sanuki udon was born here and the locals treat it as a calling. The thick, chewy noodles are served in no-frills, often self-service shops — an udon crawl through three tiny shops costs less than a single city lunch and is the region's signature experience.
Yes — ferries from Takamatsu port reach Naoshima and Teshima, the Seto Inland Sea's celebrated contemporary-art islands. Art trips pair naturally with an udon morning and a Ritsurin Garden afternoon.
Ritsurin Garden — one of Japan's finest strolling gardens — the 785 stone steps up to Kotohira-gū shrine, and the Seto Inland Sea coast itself, including Shikoku Aquarium's sunset dolphin pool at Utazu.