2025 Kanonji Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

Takaya Shrine in Kanonji City, Kagawa Prefecture⛩ A shrine with a spectacular view famous as the "Torii Gate in the Sky"✨The view from the 404m summit is truly spectacular and a view you'll want to see at least once in your life🔆 At Takaya Shrine, the access methods vary depending on the day of the week you visit, so we'll introduce them in detail🚗 .[Access Method] There are three ways to get to the Torii Gate in the Sky at the summit! Please note that access to the summit by car is prohibited on weekends and holidays💡 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ① Take the shuttle bus to the summit (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) The shuttle bus departs from the "Ariake Ground Parking Lot" once or twice an hour only on weekends and holidays. In January 2024, it will operate on 1/1-3 and on weekends and holidays🚌 💰Fee: 1500 yen round trip for adults, 700 yen for children - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ②Climb on foot (about 50 minutes one way) If you walk from Shimomiya at the foot of the mountain to Honmiya at the top of the mountain, you can use the parking lot at Shimomiya🚗There are many mountain paths and stairs, so it is suitable for those with good legs🥾I have never climbed on foot, but I have seen a few people climbing up😳👏 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ③Go to the top of the mountain by car (only available on weekdays)On weekdays, regular vehicles can also go to the top😊! However, the mountain road is narrow, so please drive carefully🙏There is a free parking lot at the top of the mountain🚗 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The way to access it changes depending on the day you visit, so it's a good idea to check in advance☺️🌿 . ===============📍Takaya Shrine✈️Kagawa🏠2800 Takaya-cho, Kan'onji City, Kagawa Prefecture🚗Free parking available at both Shimomiya and Honmiya *General vehicles can enter the Honmiya parking lot only on weekdays💰Free=============== #Takaya Shrine #Kagawa #Shikoku #Shikoku Trip #Amazing View #Domestic Trip #Torii Gate in the Sky #Shrine

Zenigata Sand Art in Kagawa Prefecture This sand art can be seen from the top of the mountain. It is very large, measuring 122m east to west, 90m north to south, and 345m in circumference. It is said that if you look at the sand art, you will live a long and healthy life and never have financial problems. The road up to the mountain is narrow, but it is a one-way street, so you can feel at ease as it is designed so that you don't have to worry about passing other cars. There is also a parking lot.

I went to the hot spring "Izumi Tenku no Yu Ariake Garden" in Ariake-cho, Tokyo ♨️ It's a fully-equipped facility with natural hot springs, saunas, bedrock baths, restaurants, and more ♪ It's attached to Ariake Garden, so you can refresh yourself after shopping ^_^ #hot springs

🇯🇵 [Kagawa Prefecture] Featured in the media! Ichinomiya Beach! (^^) The location is great, so it's also recommended as a walking spot (^^) We recommend clamming and mategai (shellfish) at the beach with the family (^^) Anyone can enjoy it casually during the season! The beach is shallow, so it's a popular spot for clamming, where even children can easily and safely collect shellfish! There are grassy areas, campsites, tennis courts, and more in the surrounding area, so many families visit during the summer vacation season. #0yentravel

🇯🇵 [Kagawa Prefecture] High-quality hot springs certified as "therapeutic springs"! Kotohira Kairo ♨️ Enjoy high-quality hot springs certified as "therapeutic springs" for both day trips and overnight stays (^^) Enjoy a wide variety of hot springs, including an open-air bath with a sense of openness that lets you feel the seasons with the sea and sunset, a tide bath using seawater, and a stone bath using black granite! (^^) You can also enjoy unique saunas, such as a sauna with a panoramic view of the sunset at Ariake Beach, which was selected as one of the "100 Best Sunsets in Japan," and a Japanese-style sauna with tatami mats (^^) There are 11 types of saunas in total! (^^) Please come and visit us (^^) [Location] 6-6 Ariake-cho, Kan'onji City, Kagawa Prefecture, 768-0062 #0 yen trip

🇯🇵【Kagawa】Recommended for your udon trip! Udon restaurant (^ ^) Udon restaurant located at the westernmost tip of Kagawa Prefecture! (^^) The restaurant is characterized by its golden broth made with dried sardines and its hard noodles (^^) Business hours are until 13:00, and some menu items may sell out depending on the sales of toppings! Please come and visit us (^^) 【Location】 2495-1 Minoura, Toyohama-cho, Kanonji-shi, Kagawa 【Access】 About 24 minutes on foot from Minoura Station exit About 54 minutes on foot from Kawanoe Station exit #0 yen trip

#MarchGoodDestinations2025 #2025 #Spring #JapanShikoku #Kagawa #Kannonji City The Pine on the Roots is a roadside attraction in Guanyin Temple City. Walking up a few steps from the road, you can see a large pine tree with many thick roots exposed (which actually look like tree trunks). The appearance is indeed quite peculiar. You can stop by to check it out when you come to Qintan Park/Guanyin Temple. Date of visit: 5 April 2025.

Near Kotohiki Park in Kanonji City, there are two temples from the "Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage" series—Jinne-in and Kannon-ji—located right next to each other. The main hall of Jinne-in has a unique concrete structure, while Kannon-ji features a traditional Japanese architectural style, creating an interesting contrast. Date of visit: April 5, 2025.

#MarchGoodDestinations2025 #2025 #Spring #JapanShikoku #Kagawa #Kannonji City Zenigata Sand Painting is located in Kotohiji Park near Ariakehama Beach and Kannonji Matsubara. It has a long history and has been maintained by caring people until now. You can reach the Zenigata Sand Painting Observation Deck on the top of the mountain by climbing up the narrow one-way road. You can see the complete sand painting from a high place, and it will be lit up at night. Date of visit: 5 April 2025.

Kotohiki Park is one of the popular cherry blossom viewing spots in Kagawa Prefecture and Kanonji City. The main cherry blossom area is a narrow zone between the entrance of Kotohiki Hachiman Shrine and Kanda River, where the cherry trees are densely packed. The scenery is enhanced by small bridges and flowing streams, creating a picturesque view. The park is about a 10-15 minute walk from JR Kanonji Station, and an additional 5-minute walk will take you to the Zenigata Sand Painting and Ariake Beach. Visit Date: April 5, 2025.

#MarchGoodDestinations2025 #2025 #Spring #JapanShikoku #Kagawa #Kannonji City Kannonji Station is located in the western part of Kagawa Prefecture. Although it is not the last station in Kagawa Prefecture, ordinary trains departing from Takamatsu usually have Kannonji Station as the terminal station. The Kagawa 2-Day Mini Ticket is only valid up to Kannonji Station. From here you can take a bus or walk to Kotohiki Park and Takaya Shrine, but the city bus service is sparse, and some buses stop running on Sundays, and the walking distance is quite far. Date of visit: 5 April 2025.

#Spring0yenTrip First, at Kannonji Temple, we went to see the famous coin-shaped sand painting "Kan'ei Tsūhō" at Kotohiki Park. Looking down from the observation deck, the huge sand painting appeared clearly, and I couldn't help but gasp at its scale. People who have seen it have said that it "will never be short of money," so it seemed to have some kind of good fortune. Next, we visited Kannonji Temple, the 69th temple of the 88 sacred places of Shikoku. There was a calm atmosphere typical of an ancient temple, and we took our time looking around the splendid main hall, Niomon Gate, bell tower, and more. This temple, which the town is named after, was a warm place where you could feel the faith of the local people.

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 The Torii gate is located at the top of the Takaya Shrine at the northernmost end of Kannonji City. You must first go to the foot of Mt. Inazuma where the shrine is located, and then climb the 270 steps of the "Stairway to Heaven" to reach the sky torii gate at the top of the mountain. 🚗【Transportation】 1. Take JR or private railway to Kannonji Station, then take a taxi to Takaya Shrine Shimogu. There is an entrance to the mountain at the parking lot of Takaya Shrine Shimogu. 2. For those who drive by themselves, please navigate directly to the Lower Shrine of Takaya Shrine. In recent months, you cannot drive to the main shrine of Takaya Shrine because the road is closed. You can only go to the Lower Shrine and then walk. Takaya Shrine⛩️ Address: 2800 Takaya-cho, Kannonji City, Kagawa Prefecture, Shikoku, Japan

Hello everyone!! This time, I will introduce the grill restaurant "Mocha" in Kanonji City, Kagawa Prefecture!! This restaurant mainly serves steaks and Western food, and the interior is very clean and the atmosphere is calm!! Please come and visit us! 📍Address: 1683-5 Uedacho, Kanonji, Kagawa 768-0012 #0 yen trip February 2025 #Kagawa #Kagawa gourmet #Kanonji #Kanonji gourmet

1. The panoramic view from the "Torii Gate in the Sky" is amazing! ⛩️🌅 Takaya Shrine in Mitoyo City is famous as the "Torii Gate in the Sky"! From the torii gate at the top of the mountain, you can see the Seto Inland Sea and the cityscape of Mitoyo City. The orange-hued scenery at dusk is especially beautiful, like a scene from a movie...✨ 👉 If you go at sunrise or dusk, you will be able to see a breathtaking view! 2. Mysterious view from the top of the mountain that makes you feel like you're in Machu Picchu! 🏔️ When the view from Takaya Shrine is covered in mist, it's just like the Japanese version of Machu Picchu! The torii gate and cityscape that seem to float in the mountains create a mysterious atmosphere. It's sure to look great on Instagram📸👉 If you go early in the morning when the weather tends to be cloudy, you'll feel even more like Machu Picchu! 3. "The sense of accomplishment of climbing the stone steps is addictive!" 👣🔥 The stone steps leading up to the torii gate of Takaya Shrine are about 270 steps! It's a bit tough to climb, but the breathtaking view and sense of accomplishment you get when you reach the top are irresistible! 👉 Comfortable sneakers are a must! Don't forget to stay hydrated 🚶♂️💦 4. "It also has the benefit of being a power spot ◎" 💖⛩️ Takaya Shrine is also famous as a power spot for "matchmaking," "job luck," and "health luck"! If you take a deep breath after passing through the torii gate, you'll feel your heart calm down. 👉 If you pray quietly with your wish in your heart, the effect may be doubled...! 5. "There are hidden cafes and udon spots nearby!" 🍜☕ After praying, it's great to try Sanuki udon, a specialty of Mitoyo City, and visit local cafes! Especially at a cafe near Chichibugahama Beach, cafe time while looking at the sea is bliss ♡ 👉 The key is to go to popular udon restaurants early! The best time to go to Gamou Udon is right after it opens ◎ ➡️ Tips: ✅ A car is a must! Parking is limited, so go early in the morning ◎ ✅ Summer is hot, so spring or autumn is the best season! It's most beautiful at sunrise or sunset ✨ ✅ The road to the torii gate is narrow, so comfortable clothes and sneakers are a must! ✅ On the way back from Takaya Shrine, check out the sunset at Chichibugahama Beach! You might be able to take a picture of a reflection like the Uyuni Salt Flats 📸 Mitoyo City's "Japanese Machu Picchu" is a hidden spot where you can enjoy spectacular views, power spots, and local gourmet food! You're sure to encounter such breathtaking scenery that you'll think, "This is definitely the place for my next trip!" 🌿❤️ #DomesticTravelGuide #KagawaPrefecture #MitoyoCity #MachuPicchu #Japan #DomesticTravel

The "Zenigata Sunae" in Kagawa Prefecture is a sand painting that is inspired by old money. It is said that if you look at this sand painting, you will live a long and healthy life and never be short of money... 🥹🥹✨ It is also recommended to view it from the Zenigata Observatory at the top of Mt. Kotobiki in Kotobiki Park 👍🏻👍🏻 It is lit up in green every day from sunset to 10pm, and for a limited time it is lit up in gold and blue. And every spring and autumn, there is an event called "Sunasarae" where the sand painting is beautifully arranged, and several hundred people, mainly local citizens, participate in the "Sunasarae". During the sand arranging event, you can enter the sand painting that is more than 2 meters deep. #0yentravelFebruary2025

Hello everyone!! This time, I would like to introduce a recommended restaurant in Kagawa Prefecture called 'Tensuibun'!! The exterior and interior have a quaint charm, and the food was very delicious! I highly recommend it, so please visit if you have the chance!! 📍Location: 5016 Onoharacho Onohara, Kanonji, Kagawa 769-1611

#0yentripFebruary2025 I went to Kagawa Prefecture around June ◥█̆̈◤∥ The udon was cheap and the best I've ever had♥ It was great to be able to breathe in the natural air #domestictrip #ampmhk #tourism

[Kagawa Prefecture] The most delicious Sanuki ramen🍜! It's not Sanuki udon, it's ramen!!! ^ ^ We use rich and flavorful dried sardines from the Seto Inland Sea! It's really rich and delicious^ ^ If you like seafood, this is a must-visit shop♡ Early morning ramen available🍜 My recommendation is tsukemen♡ Store name: Ibuki Dried Sardine Center Address: 1-5-11 Minatomachi, Kan'onji City, Kagawa Prefecture Business hours: 6:00-14:00 Early morning menu 6:00AM-8:00AM Please go and check it out(^ ^) #0 yen trip February 2025

Hello everyone!! Today, I would like to introduce you to a recommended cafe in Kanonji City, Kagawa Prefecture, called 'Toromo Cafe'! Both the exterior and interior are very sophisticated, and the menu offers a wide variety of delicious coffee and flavored teas! Be sure to visit! 📍Location: 〒768-0040 Kagawa, Kanonji, Kunitacho, Hei 457-1

🇯🇵【Kagawa Prefecture】World Coin Museum🌎🪙Museum! (^^) In honor of the Zenigata Sand Art, about 2,000 Japanese and world coins are on display (^^)! There are Keicho Oban, Edo period clan notes, stone coins from Yap Island, and more ^ ^ The tour takes about 30 minutes (^^)!! ! ...

📍Awai Shrine 🏷️1716 Awai-cho, Kan'onji City, Kagawa Prefecture, 768-0052 🚶♀️Car: 13 minutes by car from Onohara IC on the Takamatsu Expressway (approx. 7km) Train: 17 minutes by taxi from JR Kan'onji Station (approx. 7km) 15 minutes by taxi from JR Toyohama Station (approx. 7km) Noriai Bus: 4 buses per day. Take the Noriai Bus Awai Himehama Line from JR Kan'onji Station and tell the driver "Awai Shrine". There are no bus stops on the Noriai Bus, so you can get on and off anywhere along the route. (However, getting on and off on Route 11 is prohibited except at designated locations) 🚗Free parking available East side of the shrine, about 40 cars 🕐8:30-17:15 🗓️Weekends and holidays 💰Free 📝 About 3,000 hydrangeas are planted in the grounds, and the Hydrangea Festival is held on the third Sunday of June. The other names "Hydrangea Palace" and "Hydrangea Shrine" are said to have been named after these hydrangeas. We recommend visiting when the hydrangeas are in bloom. Please take note of this! #FreeHotelStay

: : : : : : : : : : : : : : : The stone wall stacked from the inner moat to the castle tower is called the "fan-shaped hook" because of its fan-like curve. It is a characteristic of the building. The total height of the stone wall of the castle reaches 60 meters, which is the highest stone wall in Japan. : : : : : : : : : : : : : : :

🇯🇵 [Kagawa Prefecture] Shikoku 88 Temples, 69th Temple, Shippo-san Kannonji Kannonji Temple is affectionately called "Okannon-san" by the local citizens of Kannonji City (^^) The grounds are wide, and the main hall with vermilion pillars is located at the back on the left (^^) The dry landscape garden "Kikaien" is beautiful! (^^) The view of Hiuchi-nada from Kotobiki Park behind the temple is wonderful (^^) [Location] 1-2-7 Yahata-cho, Kannonji City, Kagawa Prefecture [Access] About 27 minutes on foot from the Kannonji (Kagawa Prefecture) Station exit About 60 minutes on foot from the Honzan (Kagawa Prefecture) Station exit #0 yen trip January 2025

📍Unpenji Ropeway, Kagawa Prefecture Japan's largest ropeway, with a total length of 2,594m and an elevation difference of 657m, at a maximum speed of 36km/h. Below you can enjoy the magnificent views of the Seto Inland Sea and the Mitoyo Plain, and if the visibility is good, you can see the Great Seto Bridge and the Chugoku region. The seven-minute aerial walk will give you a thrill and a sense of speed as you ascend. The top of the ropeway is the border between Kagawa and Tokushima prefectures, and on the Tokushima side is the 66th temple of the Shikoku Pilgrimage, Unpenji. It has a history of over 1,200 years, and is also known as a famous spot for hydrangeas and autumn leaves. On the Kagawa side is Unpenji Summit Park, with its lush green lawns. There is a wooden swing in the park, which has become a hot topic on social media as the "Swing in the Sky"! There are also plenty of other photo spots, such as the "Sky Photo Frame" where you can take commemorative photos with a spectacular view in the background, and cute benches! #0 Yen Travel January 2025

📍Unpenji Temple, Kagawa Prefecture At an altitude of 927m, Mount Unpenji is a scenic spot where you can see the Sanuki Plain and the Seto Inland Sea. At the summit, there is Unpenji Temple, the 66th temple of the Shikoku Pilgrimage, where visitors can enjoy the hydrangeas in early summer, the autumn leaves in autumn, and the snowy scenery in winter. In 2020, a swing and photo frame were installed in the mountaintop park, which have become popular as the "Swing in the Sky" and "Photo Frame in the Sky." You can experience the exhilarating feeling of flying in the sky with the Sanuki Plain and the Seto Inland Sea below you. A special photo stand is provided in front of the swing so that you can take a picture of yourself swinging on the swing. The photo frame is large enough to take pictures whether you are standing or sitting. If the weather is good, you can take commemorative photos in any pose with a spectacular view of the Seto Ohashi Bridge and Okayama Prefecture in the background. There is a special photo stand in front of the photo frame. #0yentravelJanuary2025

📍Takaya Shrine, Torii Gate in the Sky, Kagawa Prefecture The main shrine is located at the top of Mt. Inazumi, which is 404 meters above sea level, so it is also called "Inazumi Shrine" or "Inazumi-san." From the torii gate of the main shrine, you can see the Kannonji city area and the majestic Seto Inland Sea. The torii gate of the main shrine is known as the "Torii Gate in the Sky" and was selected as one of the 88 Scenic Views of Shikoku in 2018. From the main shrine at the top of Mt. Inazumi, which is 404 meters above sea level, you can see the beautiful Seto Inland Sea and Kannonji city. Takaya Shrine is called "Shimomiya" at the foot of the mountain and "Honmiya" at the top of the mountain. #0 yen trip January 2025

✵ Kagawa Prefecture 2022.09 I've always wanted to go to the Torii in the Sky⛩ There was a bus that could take you to the Torii (top), but I walked from the foot of the mountain lol It was pretty tough, but the sense of accomplishment I felt when I reached the top was amazing🥹 ✍️Memo ・Walking version☞From JR Kanonji Station, take the Hearts Shuttle Bus 20 minutes to Takaya Shrine Shimomiya. It's about an hour's walk🥲 ・Bus version ☞From JR Kanonji Station, take the Hearts Shuttle Bus and transfer at Kotohiki Park. From Kotohiki Park, take the Takaya Shrine Shuttle Bus for 10 minutes. If you're worried about mountain climbing, I recommend going by bus! 📍Kagawa Prefecture Takaya Shrine #0 yen trip January 2025 #Kagawa sightseeing