Overview
Higashikagawa (東かがわ) is the easternmost city in Kagawa prefecture, historically famous for glove manufacturing dating back 130 years. The city preserves a historic district in Hiketa with traditional buildings, including Kamebishiya with its striking vermillion walls, and offers hands-on experiences making wasanbon sugar, traditional sweets, and decorating gloves.
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Museums
Before you go
Accommodation
Limited options: business hotel from ¥4950/night or traditional ryokan from ¥4500 with optional meals featuring local fish.
Activities
Hands-on craft experiences at Sanshu Izutsu House require advance reservation; museums are free admission.
Food
Local sanuki udon restaurants available; Kamebishiya offers unique soy sauce-based dishes in a historic building.
Transport
JR Kotoku Line runs through Higashikagawa with 5 stations; Limited Express Uzushio stops at Sanbonmatsu and some at Sanuki-Shirotori and Hiketa.
