Where is Kagawa and how to get there

Kagawa is located in Shikoku, Japan. It is an hour and a half flight from Tokyo. From Osaka, it takes 2 hours by train. There is an express train from Okayama for easy access.

What is Udon noodle?

Udon is a Japanese noodle dish made by kneading wheat flour and cutting it into long strips with a certain width and thickness. It is eaten throughout Japan because it is very inexpensive and easy to eat. The cooking method and ingredients differ depending on the region. In Kagawa, it is called Sanuki udon and is representative udon of Japan. Kagawa is a wheat-producing region, and udon has long been eaten in the region. There are more udon shops than traffic lights, and there are udon shops everywhere. So let’s get started!

MUGIZO（麦蔵）MY BEST UDON

This is the best place to go. Mugizo is located near the port of Takamatsu. The combination of the thirst-quenching udon noodles and juicy toritenpura (chicken tempura) is the best. It is a very popular restaurant and there is always a line out the door.

GAMOU UDON

Gamow Udon is next. It can only be reached by car, but it is very popular among tourists. Their kakiage is good!

HINODE UDON

At Hinode Udon, try the kamatama udon, udon noodles with raw egg. The combination of soy sauce, egg, and udon are just divine!

Nagata in Kanoka

Nagata In Kanoka is the most highly rated udon restaurant in Japan. Try the kamaage udon here! Udon noodles eaten with dashi broth are excellent. You may be surprised by the unseen line, but you will be able to enter the restaurant in no time!

SAKAEDA

Udon noodles can be eaten as breakfast. Sakaeda is located near City Hall and is thriving with businessmen from morning. Simple udon noodles are available at a very reasonable price.

Lots of kind udon in Kagawa

In Kagawa, you can eat many kinds of udon. It is always evolving. Please try some of the more eccentric udon!

So many things to do in Kagawa

Although we have introduced udon in this issue, Kagawa is a place full of charm. We hope you enjoy your fun trip to eat udon, see spectacular scenery, and experience art!

How was Kagawa? Do you want to go there? If so, I’m so happy. This post may be good for you, Top 10 you must visit in Japan. See you next time!

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Where is Onomichi

Onomichi is located in the eastern part of Hiroshima Prefecture. The population is approximately 130,000. It is famous as a city of temples, and there are numerous temples in the city. It is the entrance to the Shimanami Kaido(a big bridge to Shikoku), which connects to Shikoku Island, and many islands can be visited using Onomichi as a base. It is also possible to tour the islands by cycling.

How to get Onomichi

From Tokyo, it takes about 3.5 hours to Fukuyama Station by Shinkansen bullet train, and from there it is a 30-minute transfer to a conventional train for a total of 4 hours. The price is about 150$. From Osaka, you can take a highway bus or the Shinkansen just like from Tokyo. From Hiroshima City, it takes only 1 hour by train. The price is about 10$.

Onomichi shopping arcade 

Exploring holy forest

Amazing city view from the observation deck 

Amazing city view from the Temple

The old town it’s like frozen in time

Onomichi Ramen MIYACHI

Onomichi Ramen and Karaage

Anago-don and Oyster

Ice cream

Staying great guest house

Visiting another island Ikuchi-jima

How was Onomichi? Do you want to go there? If so, I’m so happy. This post may be good for you, Top 10 you must visit in Japan. See you next time!

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Ishigaki island

Ishigaki Island is Okinawa’s third largest island with approximately 50,000 residents. It is an attractive island visited by more than 1 million people a year. I lived here for about 2 months and I really loved it because it is full of nature with the ocean, mountains, and waterfalls. Another attraction is that you can go to Ishigaki Island and other nearby islands by ferry.

Hateruma island

Hateruma Island is the southernmost inhabited island in Japan. It takes about 1 hour by ferry from Ishigaki Island. The population is a whopping 500. However, many tourists visit the island every year. The reason for this is to visit Nishi Beach, which is said to be the best beach in the world. At night, there are no street lights and you can see the stars shining above your head. It is the best luxury to spend a relaxing time on a slow island.

Miyako island

Miyako Island is Okinawa’s second-largest island. It is an island with many attractions that attract many people from the city to move here. Maehama Beach, called the best beach in the East, is a famous tourist attraction. There are bridges from Miyako Island to other islands, making it easy to enjoy touring the islands. It is also a famous diving spot, and you will be impressed by the coral reefs spreading out below you!

Irabu island / Shimoji Island

Irabu Island is my recommendation. You can go there from Miyako Island over the longest bridge in Japan. The population is 6,000. It is easily accessible from Shimoji Island via a bridge. Irabu Island is a large island, but I recommend taking your time to tour the island by bicycle. Of course, please do not ride in the middle of summer. Also, be sure to drink plenty of water. The sugar cane fields, beautiful ocean, and relaxing air will definitely refresh you. Also, the famous Irabu soba, a basic dish of Okinawa soba with bonito and tofu, is superb. Writing this article makes me want to visit Irabu Island again.

Okinawa Honto

Finally, there is the main island of Okinawa. Naha, the central city of Okinawa Prefecture, is located there, and the main island of Okinawa accounts for most of the prefecture’s population. It is easily accessible by air from various cities in Japan (Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Nagoya). The island offers nature, beautiful beaches, and an aquarium, but my recommendation is to go to downtown Naha to eat delicious food and drink alcohol. You will definitely have a good time with cheerful locals and tourists. After you have had your drinks, finish off with a steak like the locals do. Naha is truly a fascinating city.

How was Okinawa? Do you want to go there? If so, I’m so happy. This post may be good for you, Top 10 you must visit in Japan. See you next time!

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