If you're planning to visit Kagawa Prefecture, we highly recommend getting the 'Udon Prefecture Hospitality Passport' first. It offers discounts at tourist facilities, a stamp rally with prize draws, and the fun feature of getting stamps when entering and leaving Kagawa. The content and volume are impressive! Kagawa is known for its udon, and it truly lives up to the name 'Udon Prefecture.'
- 20% off admission to the old Konpira Grand Theatre 'Kanamaruza' in Kotohira (Adults: 500 yen → 400 yen)
- Mannou Park
◆ Udon Prefecture Hospitality Passport
◆ Distribution Locations: Check the official website, tourist facilities, service areas, and accommodations.
Visit Date: October 2024
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The Oldest Kabuki Theater
Address: Japan, 766-0001 Kagawa, Nakatado District, Kotohira, 1241.
Getting there: Kanamaruza Kabuki Theater is located about a 15-20 minute walk from JR Kotohira and Kotoden Kotohira stations.
Highlights: The Kanamaruza Kabuki Theater is Japan's oldest surviving, complete kabuki playhouse. It still stages kabuki performances, featuring some of the country's most popular kabuki stars. 😃
When no shows are held, the theater is open to visitors who can explore Kanamaruza's audience hall, stage, and dressing rooms. Be sure to check out the basement to see the workings of the human powered rotating stage and trapdoors used by actors to dramatically enter and exit performances.
Opening hours: 9am to 5pm daily
Admission fee: 500yen
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