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Higashikagawa東かがわ
One day is enough: arrive by train, visit Hiketa Castle ruins and the History Museum, try wasanbon at Sanshu Izutsu, then rest.
Higashikagawa is a small city on Shikoku’s eastern edge. The JR Kotoku Line gives easy access, and the main sights (Hiketa Castle ruins, History & Folk Museum, glove museum, and hands‑on wasanbon workshops) fit comfortably in a half‑day to full‑day schedule. Overnight stays are only for travelers who want a relaxed pace or to combine with nearby Sanuki.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid)
- Airport
- TAK
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Higashikagawa110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Higashikagawa, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; watch for traffic when crossing streets near stations, and keep an eye on belongings on trains.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportTAK Takamatsu Airport (Shuttle bus to Takamatsu Station about 40 min; from there JR Kotoku Line to Higashikagawa (≈30 min).).
- Getting aroundJR Kotoku Line (Limited Express Uzushio stops at Sanbonmatsu, also at Sanuki‑Shirotori and Hiketa).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee¥300–¥500 (≈ US$3–4)
- Metro or bus rideLocal bus ride¥210–¥340 (≈ US$2–3) (check)
- Museum or sight ticketGlove museum entryFree
- Budget bedOiso Ryokan double (2 meals), a night, per room¥6,500 (≈ US$45)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥8,000 (≈ US$55) · High ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- TAK Takamatsu Airport (Shuttle bus to Takamatsu Station about 40 min; from there JR Kotoku Line to Higashikagawa (≈30 min).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Feb
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Mar
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Apr
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Dec
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Higashikagawa: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
5 rd
Feb
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
6 rd
Mar
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
8 rd
Apr
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
9 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
10 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
12 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
8 rd
Nov
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
JR Kotoku Line (Limited Express Uzushio stops at Sanbonmatsu, also at Sanuki‑Shirotori and Hiketa). Walk between stations and sights; most attractions are within 10‑15 min walk from Hiketa Station.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Sanuki
goDoor to door: ≈30 min round trip
JR Kotoku Line east ~15 min
Explore Sanuki’s udon shops and coastal scenery.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hotel AZ Kagawa Higashi‑Kagawa
Business hotel near the station; single rooms ¥4,950.
Oiso Ryokan
Traditional ryokan; meals +2 meals ¥6,500, breakfast ¥5,200, no meals ¥4,500.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–7,000 (≈ US$35–50) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥7,000–10,000 (≈ US$50–70) excl. bed
- High
- ¥10,000 (≈ US$70)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel AZ single1 × 1 night × ¥4,950 | ¥4,950 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ¥8,000 | ¥8,000 |
| JR Kotoku Limited Express ticket (one way)1 × ¥1,500 · check | ¥1,500 |
| Wasanbon workshop (30 min)1 × ¥750 · check | ¥750 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥1,520 |
| Trip total≈ ¥16,720 per person per day, bed included | ¥16,720≈ US$120 |
2026 estimate in yen; transport to/from Kagawa not included.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | ¥300–¥500 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Sanuki udon bowl | ¥500–¥800 (≈ US$4–6) |
| Wasanbon sugar making (30 min) | ¥750 (≈ US$6) |
| Glove museum entry | Free |
| Local bus ride | ¥210–¥340 (≈ US$2–3) (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Check Uzushio timetable for stops at your chosen station (Sanbonmatsu, Sanuki‑Shirotori, Hiketa).
- Museum and glove museum are free but have limited opening hours; confirm before visiting.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Higashikagawa東かがわ
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ここまでお願いしますTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Osaka; Japanese police 110, fire 119.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- JR Kotoku Limited Express (Hiketa ↔ Takamatsu): about ¥1,500 (≈ US$11) one way (check)
- Hotel AZ single room: ¥4,950 (≈ US$35) per night
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the toilet? (toire wa doko desu ka)
- カードで払えますか？ — Can I pay by card? (kādo de haraemasu ka)
- わさんぼんを作りたいです — I would like to try wasanbon (wasanbon o tsukuritai desu)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Higashikagawa. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Oct–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- JR Kotoku line tickets (incl. Uzushio) – check schedules.
- Bike rental near Hiketa Station for quicker access to ruins.
- Combine with a Sanuki udon tour for a culinary day.
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