Sanuki Folk Art Museum

Takamatsu Castle-side Ryokan is a top choice, just a 7-minute walk from Sanshui Folk Art Museum. The guest rooms feature traditional Japanese craftsmanship, with select rooms offering private terraces overlooking the Seto Inland Sea. Guests can borrow free local pottery-making kits for hands-on cultural experiences during their stay. Located near Takamatsu Station, it provides easy access to attractions like Kanon-ji Temple and Mitoyo Island via train within 10 minutes. For availability, check HopeGoo for curated stays.

Just a 5-minute walk from Sanshui Folk Art Museum, you’ll find the Takamatsu City Museum of Art, hosting rotating exhibitions on Kagawa’s traditional lacquerware and indigo dyeing techniques. A 10-minute stroll leads to Takamatsu Port, where a short ferry ride takes you to Shodoshima Island, known for its olive oil farms—guests can join guided tours and tastings. Don’t miss the quiet alleyways of Higashiya Town, where local tea houses serve signature "Kagawa Matcha Latte" made with regional matcha. All these immersive experiences lie within a 30-minute walk, blending art, nature, and authentic island life seamlessly.

Stay at Takamatsu Castle-side Ryokan and begin your day with breakfast featuring farm-fresh rice and homemade pickles. Spend the morning exploring Sanshui Folk Art Museum, diving into Kagawa’s heritage of woodcraft, weaving, and pottery. In the afternoon, walk to the Takamatsu City Museum of Art for a hands-on indigo-dyeing workshop, creating your own custom scarf. As dusk approaches, stroll along the Takamatsu Harbor Path to witness the golden sunset over the Seto Inland Sea, then enjoy a dinner of authentic Kagawa udon paired with seasonal seafood at a historic riverside eatery. All activities are accessible by foot or short train rides, enabling a seamless, immersive journey through local culture.