Easy Travel in JapanTakamatsu
Shikoku's gateway city — one of Japan's most celebrated gardens and easy access to the art islands of the Seto Inland Sea.
Takamatsu is the capital of Kagawa, Japan’s smallest prefecture, and served as a major port until the Seto Ohashi Bridge connected Shikoku to Honshu by rail and road in 1988.
Where to go
Ritsurin Koen, built by the Matsudaira clan during the Edo period, is considered one of Japan’s most beautiful gardens. Takamatsu Castle’s seaside ruins and the flat-topped mountain of Yashima are also worth a visit. Ferries connect the city to the art islands of Naoshima and Teshima, known for their contemporary art installations.
Good to know
Takamatsu Airport and JR Takamatsu Station connect the city to the rest of Shikoku and beyond. Don’t leave without trying Sanuki udon, the city’s signature dish.
Useful services for this trip
Train Tickets
Book shinkansen and local rail tickets in advance and skip the station ticket-counter queue.
Airport Transfers
Book a fixed-price transfer from Haneda or Narita so arrival day is one less thing to figure out.
eSIM & Wi-Fi
Stay connected in Japan with an eSIM or pocket Wi-Fi, without hunting for a local SIM shop.