Kagawa Prefecture
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1 Day Shodoshima Island Bus Tour
The Island Tour Bus is a convenient sightseeing bus that departs and arrives at Tonosho Port and tours Shodoshima's tourist spots in one day. 10:15-16:15 Recommended for those who can't decide where to start sightseeing on Shodoshima or are worried about driving in unfamiliar areas. It also comes with a guide (in Japanese), so it's safe for those visiting Shodoshima for the first time. Guide included (in Japanese) Audio guide available via smartphone app (in Japanese, English, and Chinese)
5.0(1)
6 Hours
Kagawa Prefecture
- Free cancellation
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$77
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Naoshima Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Naoshima! Once a rural island on the verge of becoming a ghost town, Naoshima is now a world-class center for contemporary art due in large part to contributions from Japan's top architects, including museums, a boutique hotel, and bathhouse. The area features a captivating result of avant-garde blending with rural natural beauty. On this tour you can visit 3 to 4 sites from the 'what to expect/itinerary list'. Please communicate with your guide post reservation about which sites you would like to see. Bicycles cannot be used on this tour.
4.8(33)
8 Hours
Kagawa Prefecture
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
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$196
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Tracing the Stones of Osaka Castle by Stone Experience Tour
Recognized as part of a Japan Heritage site, Shodoshima is known as the “Island of Stone,” where massive stones for the walls of Osaka Castle were quarried centuries ago. This tour begins with a visit to an actual stone quarry where these stones were cut from the mountain. You will then explore Osaka Castle Stone Memorial Park and experience traditional stone-working activities, including stone splitting, pulling stones using a wooden sled (shura-biki), and sandblasting letters or patterns onto stone. A visit to the museum provides insight into the techniques and history of the stonemasons who shaped these materials. Through seeing, touching, and hands-on participation, this tour offers a unique opportunity to experience the distinctive stone culture that has been passed down on Shodoshima.
2 Hours - 2h 30m
Kagawa Prefecture
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
- New
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$514
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Kagawa: Marugame Castle Tour – Samurai Defense & Strategy
This tour transforms your visit to Marugame Castle from simple sightseeing into an interactive journey through samurai strategy. Instead of just viewing the castle, you’ll experience it as a defender would—learning how its towering stone walls, gates, and steep paths were designed to slow and expose enemies. Your guide brings the structure to life by explaining not only what you see, but why it was built that way, making every step up the castle meaningful. You’ll also gain rare insight into one of Japan’s original surviving castles, including its compact yet highly functional keep and the craftsmanship behind its construction. By the time you reach the top, the panoramic view is no longer just scenic—it becomes part of the story, revealing how geography and design worked together for defense. This combination of physical experience, clear storytelling, and historical depth makes the tour both engaging and memorable, even for first-time visitors to Japanese castles.
1h 30m
Kagawa Prefecture
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
- Special offer
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$74
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Kagawa: Konpira Pilgrimage Walk with Optional Extended Pilgrimage
This tour is not just a climb, but a true pilgrimage experience. Rather than simply visiting the shrine, you will follow the same path as generations of pilgrims who have made their way to Konpira over centuries, each step carrying meaning. Along the stone stairway, you will encounter cultural elements that reflect this tradition of faith, including offerings, symbols of devotion, and stories of proxy pilgrimage, where people once sent others—or animals—in their place. With the guidance of a knowledgeable local expert, you will reach the shrine and understand the rituals and beliefs that shaped this journey. You will learn how to approach the shrine, purify yourself, and take part in worship in a meaningful way. As you ascend, the physical effort becomes part of the experience, transforming the climb into more than just a challenge. By the time you arrive, you will gain panoramic views and a deeper appreciation of the cultural and spiritual significance of the journey.
2 Hours - 3h 30m
Kagawa Prefecture
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
- Special offer
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$64
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Zentsuji: Shikoku Pilgrimage and Spiritual Experience
This is not just a temple visit — it’s a chance to experience the essence of the Shikoku Pilgrimage in a short time. Rather than simply observing, you will actively take part in meaningful practices that reflect a real pilgrimage, guided step by step with clear cultural context. Each experience is carefully designed to help you understand not only what pilgrims do, but why they do it, connecting physical actions with deeper spiritual meaning. You will move through the temple grounds with a clear narrative, from introduction to hands-on experience and inner reflection, creating a journey that feels both structured and personal. This approach transforms a simple visit into a deeper understanding of Japanese spirituality. As a private experience, the tour offers a quiet, personal atmosphere, allowing you to slow down, reflect, and engage more deeply with one of Japan’s most enduring spiritual traditions.
1h 30m
Kagawa Prefecture
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
- Special offer
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$74
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Goma Fire Ritual Tour at Goishizan, Shodoshima Pilgrimage
A tour that goes around Mount Goishi, which is the first mountain sacred site at the Shodoshima Pilgrimage Site at 88 locations. Theme: “Resonating in the Heart and Soul” Perched high above the sea, Goishizan, the 2nd temple of the Shodoshima Pilgrimage, is a dramatic sacred mountain site rich in spiritual atmosphere. At the main hall, Hououku (Phoenix Cave), where the principal deity Namikiri Fudō Myōō is enshrined, a powerful Goma Fire Prayer is performed daily. Inside the cave, flickering flames, fragrant incense, and the resonant chanting of sutras create an otherworldly experience that feels far removed from everyday life. From the temple path, sweeping views open across Uchiumi Bay, the Harima-nada Sea, and the island-studded Seto Inland Sea, offering one of the region’s most breathtaking panoramas. The tranquil scenery provides a refreshing sense of peace for pilgrims and travelers alike.
2 Hours
Kagawa Prefecture
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
- New
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$514
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2 Hour Shrine Archery Experience in Higashikagawa
Join a Japanese archery experience in a shrine! As you go through each step shift your focus entirely on the present moment. It’s not just about hitting the target but about engaging in the mindful process of archery. From drawing the bow to releasing the arrow, stay mentally and emotionally centered, grounding yourself in each moment of the practice.
2 Hours
Kagawa Prefecture
- Free cancellation
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$99
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Goma Fire Ritual and Ajikan Meditation Experience at Shodoshima
At Sekimon-do, a sacred mountain site located in Kankakei Gorge within Setonaikai National Park, participants will experience a Goma fire ritual and Ajikan meditation in a serene setting surrounded by beautiful nature. While interacting with the head priest and local parishioners, guests can spend a peaceful and unhurried time in a tranquil atmosphere away from everyday life.
1h 30m - 2 Hours
Kagawa Prefecture
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
- New
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$481
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Experience Tour of Nakayama Senmaida and the Rural Kabuki Stage
You will stroll through Nakayama Senmaida, explore the beautiful nature of the Nakayama area, and experience over 400 years of history and culture, including terraced rice farming. Additionally, they will have the rare opportunity to visit the interior of the Nakayama Rural Kabuki Stage and equipment storage house, which are usually not open to the public. For lunch, enjoy the popular "Terraced Rice Field Onigiri Set Meal" at Komame Shokudo, featuring rice from Nakayama Senmaida and locally sourced ingredients from Shodoshima. Not only will local guides accompany you, but as you explore Nakayama Senmaida, you will also have the chance to meet and interact with local residents, making this tour a truly enriching experience.
3 Hours
Kagawa Prefecture
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
- New
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$514
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Experience Japanese Martial Arts Karate in Kagawa
Sakaide City in Kagawa Prefecture is one of the most convenient places in Shikoku. There is a permanent karate dojo in Sakaide City. Karate originated in Japan and became an official event of the Tokyo Olympics. We would like to invite you to experience karate. The curriculum is designed to make it easy for beginners and those who are not good at exercising to experience it, and we never practice recklessly. Without thinking, just say “Sei! Say! and kicking without thinking, you can forget about everyday life and learn the spirit of Bushido. We look forward to seeing you soon. -Please come dressed lightly for exercise. -Clothing is not available for rent.
1h 30m
Kagawa Prefecture
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
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$64
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Private Sanuki Norizome Workshop in Kotohira
“Sanuki Norizome” glue resist-dyeing is a traditional craft in which patterns are drawn on fabric using glue made from glutinous rice. At Somesho Yoshinoya, which has produced dyed goods in Kotohira Town for four generations, learn how to make a tote bag using the traditional techniques of Sanuki Norizome glue-resist dyeing.
2 Hours
Kagawa Prefecture
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
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$37
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Seven Temple Pilgrimage Private Full-Day Tour in Kagawa
Visit 7 temples with a guide and experience the charm of pilgrimage and Buddhism. Seven Temple Pilgrimage or Nanakasho Mairi is a one-day tour to visit seven temples of the 88 sacred temples of Shikoku Pilgrimage, from the 71st to the 77th temple. Guests will visit all seven temples with a guide by bus. The tour offers a variety of programs to experience the charm of pilgrimage and Buddhism such as walking pilgrimage experience on the old path, a visit to exclusive rooms at the temple, meditation experience, and Shojin French lunch course.
7 Hours - 8 Hours
Kagawa Prefecture
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
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$272
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