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Takamatsu Full-day Customized Tour
The highlight of this tour is a visit to Takamatsu Castle Ruin, which in the olden days defended against enemies from the Seto Inland Sea, and a stroll through beautiful Ritsurin Garden. You can experience a boat ride and drink matcha green tea and Japanese sweets as the feudal lords of the Edo period loved to do. You can also stroll through the lively shopping district that developed as a castle town. Be sure to try Sanuki udon noodle, a local delicacy.
Meeting Point
Takamatsu port or JR Takamatsu station
Takamatsu Castle Park
Takamatsu Castle is designated a national historic site as one of the "Three Great Water Castles of Japan. The beautiful turreted Sakura-gomon gate at the entrance was restored in July 2022 for the first time in 78 years, and visitors can walk to the ruins of the castle tower to enjoy the scenic view.
Takamatsu-Chikkō Station
We take Kotoden Electric Railway. Transportation can be changed to rental bikes or taxi depending on your request.
Ritsurin Garden
Please enjoy one of the best traditional Japanese gardens given three stars by the Michelin Guide by strolling or riding a boat. It offers different views every step of the way. You can rest at the elegant teahouse and appreciate their historical art crafts. I can customize the course according to the reservation of the boat ride.
Garden Cafe for lunch
You can have Kagawa Prefecture's specialties, with Kagawa-grown ingredients. There is a great souvenir shop collecting the great souvenirs in Kagawa. If you are interested, we can take a look at Folk Craft Museum established in 1899, where you can see the specialties of old Kagawa.
Takamatsu Shopping Arcades
Stretching in all directions, Japan’s largest network has a combined length of 2.8 km. You can enjoy shopping or relaxing in a cute cafe as you walk around the arcades. The distance you walk in the shopping arcade can be adjusted according to your level of fatigue. If you are tired, I recommend taking a bus or train to Takamatsu Station and enjoying the beautiful view from the observation deck of the symbol tower.
Ending Point
Takamatsu port or JR Takamatsu station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee, hotel pick-up (If your hotel is located in the central area of Takamatsu City）
transportation fee (you and the guide)
lunch (you and the guide)
Takamatsu castle, 200 JPY/person
Ritsurin Garden entrance fee, 410 JPY/ person,
a boat ride, 620JPY/person *optional
Teahouse with tea and sweets, 500~700 JPY/person *optional
Mamehana workshop: 1500 ~2500 JPY/person *optional
Tour Important Information
・Reservations are required if you wish to board a Japanese-style boat in Ritsurin Garden. The itinerary will be arranged according to the reserved time.
・Strolling around the castle and Japanese gardens involves walking on stone steps. Those with limited mobility may be restricted in where they can go, but they will have plenty of fun.
Important message from the guide
I mainly work in Kagawa prefecture except Inujima island which belongs to Okayama prefecture.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Kagawa Tour Reviews
“Takamatsu Walking Tour”
I spent a wonderful day with Mika. She put a lot of effort into preparing, planning and customising the tour based on my interests. She is friendly, knowledgeable and was very generous with her time. Even though the weather wasn't the best it didn't dampen the experience and actually added to it times. Mika also took this into account and adjusted accordingly. Communication before during and after was excellent and very easy. I greatly enjoyed her company and would highly recommend anyone visiting Takamatsu to consider spending the day with Mika. There is no substitute for local knowledge and experience, it really adds another dimension to sightseeing. Many thanks again Mika!
Mika S.
(1 reviews)Thank you so much for your heartwarming review! I thoroughly enjoyed our time strolling through Ritsurin Garden, taking in the ink painting-like view from the summit of Yashima, and experiencing the solemn atmosphere of Yashima Temple. If you have any questions while exploring Kagawa, please don't hesitate to reach out anytime. Wishing you safe and enriching journeys ahead!
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