Bird's eye view of Takamatsu

Takamatsu Port and City

Takamatsu is a friendly city. It now has a high potential of becoming a key port in the Seto Inland Sea. 


Takamatsu Port and Takamatsu Japan Railway Station are within a walking distance to each other and an elegant hotel soars in front of the JR station.


This is where you can take a boat to Naoshima and other islands. Something extraordinary has been happening on Naoshima and Takamatsu is a good place for you to stay if you are not staying in Naoshima.


The food is good especially if you appreciate Japanese food including fresh fish and Udon noodle. Some of the restaurants serve creative Japanese cuisine. The famous and reasonably-priced Udon noodle is what you shouldn't miss in here. You can choose from several options how you'd like your Udon served, chilled or hot, how much soup you'd like, what toppings you'd like to have, etc.


This photo was taken from a high plateau called Yashima, a former island where battles were fought between the Taira and the Minamoto in the 12th century.


Near Takamatsu lies Kinashi, some place you should go: the community is noted for Bonsai trees. Some can be several hundred years old and cost a fortune. Surprising and truly remarkable.