Essence of Takamatsu: Udon, Gardens, and Local Charm

Name: Essence of Takamatsu: Udon, Gardens, and Local Charm
Brand: Viator
Price: 650 USD
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7 hoursChinese, EnglishBook 2 days aheadTakamatsu, Japan

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This tour will take you around the attractive Takamatsu areas. You can experience of making Sanuki Udon noodles which is the specialty of this area. After enjoying the Udon cooking experience, you can stroll through the famous scenery at Ritsurin Park. If the weather is clear, you will be able to spend a peaceful time overlooking the Seto Inland Sea. In this tour, you will enjoy immersive cultural experiences, insider knowledge, and memorable encounters with local traditions.

Included

Private vehicle
National Licensed Guide
Udon making experience and lunch
Admission fee

Not included

Personal Expenses
Souvenirs

What you'll do

The trip starts at Takamatsu Port in Takamatsu City
We will visit the port in the morning for pickup. Please let us know if you have a preference for the meeting place!
15 min
Yashima
Takamatsu, Japan
Yashima Island, located in the northeastern part of Takamatsu City, was designated as a national historic site and natural monument in 1934, as well as a Setonaikai National Park. The island is covered with horizontal hard rock formations called "mesas," and is surrounded by steep cliffs. Visitors can climb mountains, go hiking, and observe wild birds and plants. The area is full of attractive spots such as the ruins of Yashima Castle and Yashima Temple. Yashima, with its unique topography and rich natural environment, as well as its long history and various stories born from the lives of the people who live there, is a physical and spiritual symbol of Takamatsu City and a valuable local resource that is familiar to many residents.
1 hourAdmission included
You can actually make and eat Sanuki Udon, one of the most famous udon noodles in Japan
The experience can be experienced in the style of a school, and to commemorate graduation, students are awarded a hanging scroll that integrates a secret recipe book, a rolling pin, a diploma, and an old map!
3 hoursAdmission included
Ritsurin Garden
1-20-16 Ritsurincho, Takamatsu, Japan
The garden is a circular garden of feudal lords designated as a special place of scenic beauty by the government. It is operated as a prefectural city park.
1h 30mAdmission included
The goal of the tour
We would be happy to help you create memories of your walk through the sea and greenery of the Seto Inland Sea!
1 hour

Meeting and pickup

2 locations

Pickup details

The guide will be waiting for you at the gate of cruise port with your name sign. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.
The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.