Osaka + 2 Days: Authentic Shikoku Without the Crowds

Add 2 days to Osaka and reach Shikoku by highway bus. Two itinerary plans with cost estimates for udon, shrines, and onsen.

Add 2 days to Osaka and reach Shikoku by highway bus. Two itinerary plans with cost estimates for udon, shrines, and onsen.

Visit Ritsurin Garden in Takamatsu, Kagawa — a Michelin 3-star Japanese garden. Admission ¥500, opening hours by season, access from Takamatsu Station, and top spots.

Shodoshima ferry from Takamatsu: ¥700, 1 hour. Which port (Tonosho or Ikeda) to choose, whether you need a car, and how to use the Olive Bus pass — practical decisions for a day trip.

What You’ll Learn in This Article What Is Kotohira-gu (Konpira-san)? Kotohira-gu is one of Japan’s most visited shrines, set on Mount Zozu in Kotohira Town, Kagawa Prefecture. It is known for its famous stone staircase and sweeping views over the…

How to plan a Kagawa udon day trip from Takamatsu — best shops (Yamakoshi, Gamo, Udon Baka Ichidai), opening times, rental car vs udon taxi, and a half-day or full-day sample itinerary
with costs.