Discover the best travel guides, tips, and experiences for Kagawa
Shikoku Lululun (Scent of a Shikoku Citrus Tour), a box of four single-sheet face masks themed on Tokushima, Kagawa, Ehime and Kochi, goes on sale in stages from November 6, 2026, at souvenir shops and variety stores in Shikoku for 1,650 yen (tax included).
On November 28, 2026, Setouchi JAM 2026, an outdoor-play festival combining music, nature, and island food, will take place at Shodoshima Auto Village YOSHIDA in Kagawa. Admission and the main experience programs are free, while some special programs are paid.
The 3rd Shodoshima Shimamichi Trail 2026 (Autumn) takes place on November 28, 2026, in the Obe district of Shodoshima, with room for 50 runners and entries open until November 15.
Shiromine-ji Temple, Temple No. 81 on the Shikoku 88-Temple Pilgrimage in Sakaide, Kagawa, holds its second night illumination from November 13 to 29, 2026, lighting up the autumn leaves and temple buildings and opening its Treasure Hall to visitors.
KAGAWA OKTOBER FEST 2026, the first event of its kind in Kagawa Prefecture, runs from October 2 to 15 at Sunport Takamatsu's Seafront Promenade with beer from 10 brands, local Kagawa cuisine, daily stage shows, and an air show by Yoshihide Muroya.
From September 12 to October 25, 2026, Sanuki Manno Park in Kagawa hosts its Aki Irodori Festa 2026, with 6,000 kochia turning Hanameguri no Oka crimson, 170,000 cosmos across six varieties, and a full lineup of weekend outdoor events.
Air race world champion Yoshihide Muroya will perform a free aerobatic air show over the Seto Inland Sea at Sunport Takamatsu on October 3, his first flight over Kagawa in seven years, as the opening-weekend highlight of the 14-day KAGAWA OKTOBERFEST 2026.
Enjyukaku Bekkan, a nationally registered cultural property inside Marugame Castle, is opening as a one-group-a-day private villa stay with optional cultural experiences. Reservations open August 1, 2026, with check-ins starting September 1, 2026.
Shikoku Aquarium in Kagawa Prefecture is currently holding "Shikoku Aquarium Art Gallery 2026," a rotating exhibition of works by artists connected to the region and inspired by living creatures and nature, featuring Yoyoru's acrylic paintings through August 1 and 桜雨はると's acrylic originals through August 30, 2026.
Reoma Resort in Marugame, Kagawa, is running a lineup of summer-only attractions, including the indoor heated pool at Hotel Reoma no Mori, Reoma Waterland, the Reoma Drone Show 2026, and the Marugame Basara Fireworks Fantasia in Reoma.
AEON Cinema Ayagawa in Kagawa and AEON Cinema Rinku Sennan in Osaka reopen their fully renovated lobbies on July 17, 2026, taking on a space station theme and a movie studio theme respectively, complete with new photo spots, lounge areas, and dining corners for visitors of all ages.
At the Yokai Art Museum on Shodoshima, the rain-bringing yokai Terupon topped the first-term POP YOKAI Audition, winning 407 of 5,024 votes. The second-term audition is now underway.
Shikoku Aquarium in Kagawa Prefecture is holding a special "Rainy Season Singing Frogs" exhibition from May 29 to July 12, 2026, showcasing seven frog species found in Kagawa — including a rare blue Japanese tree frog that joined the lineup on June 5.
An Animate fair celebrating the anime Teasing Master Takagi-san is coming to select Animate stores across Japan starting August 22, 2026, featuring new merchandise with an original "Work Experience" concept illustration, along with an advance online pre-order campaign starting June 4.
Bagel House KOTOHIRA in Kotohira, Kagawa has become the first bagel shop in Japan to obtain the JAS0026 certification for vegan and vegetarian restaurant management, and is expanding to nationwide online sales starting June 1, 2026.
A new private villa accommodating up to 14 guests has opened in Mitoyo City, Kagawa, offering panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea from every main room — including a private sauna with an unobstructed island view.
From June 6 to July 5, 2026, Kokuei Sanuki Manno Park in Kagawa hosts its Ajisai Matsuri, featuring around 20,000 hydrangeas across 40 varieties — the largest hydrangea display in Shikoku — alongside yukata rentals, outdoor tea ceremonies, and more.
Kokuei Sanuki Manno Park in Kagawa Prefecture is hosting a lineup of Golden Week events, including the brand-new Air Adventure Park featuring giant inflatable slides, a jumping tunnel, and a ball pool, running from May 2 to 6.
A luxury complex combining a hotel, restaurant, and hot spring opens near Tonosho Port on Shodoshima Island, Kagawa Prefecture, in September 2026, with reservations now open.
Shikoku Aquarium in Utazu, Kagawa will extend its opening hours until 9:00 PM from May 2 to 5, 2026, for "Nightscape Koganeiro 2026 G.W.," featuring deep-blue tank lighting, a dolphin sunset program, and new merchandise.
Shikoku Aquarium in Kagawa Prefecture is now accepting reservations for a nighttime full-charter plan exclusively for school groups, offering a unique after-hours learning environment with optional dolphin programs and tank feeding experiences.
Sandō Ebi Ebinoya Konpira, a natural shrimp specialty shop on the Konpiragu approach in Kagawa, is releasing a new store-exclusive "Premium Shrimp Cheese Arare Fry" from Sunday, March 29, in limited daily quantities.
Coinciding with Shodoshima Town's 20th merger anniversary celebration featuring fireworks, drones, and lanterns, the newly opened edit x seven Setouchi Shodoshima hotel offers guests a luxurious vantage point to enjoy the spectacular evening displays.
A new thermal spa and restaurant complex opens inside edit x seven Setouchi Shodoshima hotel on Shodoshima Island in the Seto Inland Sea. Experience authentic Finnish sauna, infinity pools, and Mediterranean cuisine featuring local island ingredients.
A new luxury hotel opens on Shodoshima Island on January 26, 2026, featuring 45 ocean-view rooms, a thermal spa, and Mediterranean cuisine celebrating local ingredients.
A new craft beer featuring a white cat design launches ahead of Cat Day on February 22nd. The label can be customized with drawings, and a portion of proceeds supports a cat rescue cafe in Takamatsu.
The resort hotel begins its seasonal Strawberry Fair on January 15th, offering locally-grown strawberries including Kagawa's original "Sanuki Hime" variety at the dinner buffet, alongside a warm hot pot fair featuring regional ingredients.
The exhibition focuses on the large-scale mural Freedom painted by Genichiro Inokuma at Ueno Station in 1951, tracing its history from creation to the present day through sketches, restoration work, and spatial design.
After a pre-opening period starting in late July, Sousou Sanuki Shido celebrates its grand opening on December 26. The villa has been updated with renovation work and new furniture, creating a comfortable space with the Sousou-style Japandi aesthetic while continuing to showcase the local region.
Summary This time, I used the “Okayama-Kagawa Wide Pass” (an unlimited-ride ticket that includes JR, ship, and bus services in Okayama, Kagawa, and Shodoshima), which can be purchased via the setowa app, for a 3-day/2-night trip to enjoy the spectacular scenery of Shodoshima and Kagawa.The sea is beautiful, and Kagawa specialties such as somen noodles […]
Summary This time, I used the “Okayama-Kagawa Wide Pass” (an unlimited-ride ticket that includes JR, ship, and bus services in Okayama, Kagawa, and Shodoshima), which can be purchased via the setowa app, for a 3-day/2-night trip to enjoy the spectacular scenery of Shodoshima and Kagawa.The sea is beautiful, and Kagawa specialties such as somen noodles […]
Summary This time, I used the “Okayama-Kagawa Wide Pass” (an unlimited-ride ticket that includes JR, ship, and bus services in Okayama, Kagawa, and Shodoshima), which can be purchased via the setowa app, for a 3-day/2-night trip to enjoy the spectacular scenery of Shodoshima and Kagawa. The sea is beautiful, and Kagawa specialties such as somen […]
Summary This time, we made a one-day trip to Kagawa Prefecture, famous for its udon noodles.Use your car to enjoy the spots you are interested in.This is a too-luxurious one-day trip to a place that seems to be in the sky, a beautiful sunset, an aquarium, and gourmet food in Kagawa. Please refer to this […]