Kagawa Prefecture occupies the northeastern tip of Shikoku island, separated from the Chugoku region by the tranquil Seto Inland Sea. Japan's smallest prefecture by area is famous far beyond its modest geography: Sanuki udon noodles are practically a regional religion, the 785-step climb to Kotohira-gu Shrine is a pilgrimage milestone, Ritsurin Garden ranks among Japan's most beautiful stroll-style parks, and the art islands of Naoshima and Teshima have made this quiet sea route an international contemporary-art destination.
Top restaurants
Handpicked picks for the best dining experiences.
Wara-ya
Popular Sanuki Udon restaurant in Kagawa.
Known for: Traditional Sanuki udon in a 200-year-old grist mill; visitors grind their own flour
91 Yashimanishimachi, Takamatsu, Kagawa 761-0113 (inside Shikoku Mura)
Yamashiro Udon
Popular Sanuki Udon restaurant in Kagawa.
Known for: Classic neighborhood udon shop; self-service counter with noodle customization
8-19 Hyogomachi, Takamatsu, Kagawa 760-0025
Udon Shin
Popular Sanuki Udon restaurant in Kagawa.
Known for: Popular local shop in the shopping arcade district; efficient counter service
2-3-2 Marugame-cho, Takamatsu, Kagawa 760-0054
Kanaizumi
Popular Japanese Kaiseki restaurant in Kagawa.
Known for: Refined Kyoto-style kaiseki using Seto Inland Sea seafood and Kagawa local produce
1-7-4 Konyamachi, Takamatsu, Kagawa 760-0027
Sushidokoro Makoto
Popular Sushi / Seafood restaurant in Kagawa.
Known for: Counter-style sushi with emphasis on Seto Inland Sea seasonal fish; owner-chef trained in Osaka
3-7-15 Tokiwamachi, Takamatsu, Kagawa 760-0028
Hinode Udon
Popular Sanuki Udon restaurant in Kagawa.
Known for: Historic udon shop at the base of Konpira-san steps; popular with pilgrims since morning
Kotohira-cho, Nakatado-gun, Kagawa 766-0001 (near Konpira-san steps)
Udon Baka Ichi
Popular Sanuki Udon restaurant in Kagawa.
Known for: Opens at 6 am for breakfast udon; locally famous for exceptionally tender noodles
2-10-26 Suehirocho, Takamatsu, Kagawa 760-0024
Tamura Udon (Obori Udon Tamura)
Popular Sanuki Udon restaurant in Kagawa.
Known for: Generations-old shop near Zentsuji Temple; noodles made fresh each morning
1-1-1 Zentsuji-cho, Zentsuji, Kagawa 765-0031
Restaurants by cuisine
Browse picks grouped by cuisine type.
Japanese
Kanaizumi
Seaside Kitchen Mimosa (Naoshima)
Olive no Sono Restaurant (Shodoshima)
Kikugetsu-tei Teahouse (Ritsurin Garden)
Gotouchi Burger Sanuki Olive Beef
Kappo Ichirin
Markt Kitchen (Takamatsu Fish Market Food Hall)
Café Salon Naka-Oku (Naoshima)
Izakaya Sakura Takamatsu
Sanuki Olive Beef Steak Hayashiya
Sanuki Udon
Wara-ya
Yamashiro Udon
Udon Shin
Hinode Udon
Udon Baka Ichi
Tamura Udon (Obori Udon Tamura)
Tenkatsu Udon
Yamamotoya Udon
Mori Udon
Seafood
Sushidokoro Makoto
Soba
Soba Dokoro Tsuruya
Somen
Marukan Somen (Shodoshima)
Tori
Tori-Gin Marugame
Unagi
Funaoka Unagi-ya
Yakitori
Toriton Takamatsu
Dining etiquette & tips
Navigate the local food scene confidently.
Tipping practices vary — check local customs. Service charge is often included.
Restaurants may close between lunch and dinner. Plan meals around local dining hours.
Popular restaurants may not take reservations — arrive early or be prepared to wait.
Food budget guide
What to expect at different price points.
| Level | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $5-15/meal | Street food, local eateries, and simple restaurants. |
| Mid-range | $15-40/meal | Sit-down restaurants with good service and varied menus. |
| Upscale | $40+/meal | Fine dining, international cuisine, and premium experiences. |