Leisurely Stroll Through an Exceptional Daimyo Garden Designated as a Special Historic Site on a Summer Seto Inland Afternoon
About this spot
Located in the southern part of Takamatsu City, this daimyo garden designated as a Special Historic Site by the Japanese government is Kagawa's representative tourist attraction, having earned three Michelin Green Guide stars. This stroll garden features six ponds and thirteen artificial hills arranged skillfully, offering completely different scenery depending on where you walk—a masterfully designed layout. The combination of meticulously maintained pine trees and serene ponds is beautiful year-round, and during summer when greenery is particularly vibrant, shaded walking paths provide cool respite. The popular boat tour on the South Lake (fee required) offers a spectacular view of the garden from the water. Spend a leisurely time in this quiet garden before the fireworks festival festivities begin.
Fireworks details
Name: さぬき高松まつり花火大会
Date & time: 8/13 (Thu) 20:15–20:45
Venue: 高松市・サンポート高松周辺（水城通り）
Shells: approx. 6,000
2026年8月13日(木)20時15分から30分間、サンポート高松周辺の水城通りから約6,000発の花火が打ち上がります。さぬき高松まつりは高松の夏を締めくくる最大の祭りで、花火大会はそのクライマックス。瀬戸内海を背景に開く大輪の花火は、海面にも光を映しながら夜空を彩ります。水辺に近い観覧エリアからは、花火の音と光が体全体に伝わる迫力の30分間。家族連れから地元の人まで多くの観客が詰めかける、高松の夏の最大の風物詩です。フィナーレの連発が終わり、煙が海風に流されていく静けさの中で、夏の夜の余韻をゆっくり味わいましょう。
Tips
荒天時の開催可否はさぬき高松まつり公式の発表で当日確認を。終了後はJR高松駅・ことでん高松築港駅周辺が大変混雑します。帰りの電車・バスの時刻は事前に調べておき、混雑が落ち着く終了後30〜40分後を目安に移動すると比較的スムーズです。足元が暗い場所もあるため、スマートフォンのライトを活用して安全に移動しましょう。
Food stalls
Where: 高松シンボルタワー西側通路・多目的広場、高松中央公園（2025年実績）
※Based on previous years. Stall lineups change year to year. Please check the official site for the latest details.
Turn this into a day plan with stall time includedTips
About 15-20 minutes from Takamatsu Station by Kotoden tram or local bus; nearest stations are Ritsurin Park Station or Ritsurin Park North Exit Station. Admission is 420 yen for adults. The park is large, so wear comfortable walking shoes. The boat tour requires a separate fee and may operate on a numbered ticket basis. Plan to leave the park around 5 PM to allow travel time back to Sunport.
Best time to visit
Approximately 2 hours required. The afternoon dappled sunlight and shimmering pond water are especially beautiful.
Access & map
〒760-0073 Kagawa Prefecture, Takamatsu City, Kurinoki Town, 1-chome 20-16
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2026 Sanuki Takamatsu Festival Fireworks Grand Display - Full Day Experience Course
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