Pay Respects at an Ancient Temple, the 86th Stop on the Shikoku Pilgrimage
About this spot
Shidoji Temple, the 86th station on the Shikoku Pilgrimage route, is an ancient temple whose origins tradition traces back to the Asuka Period. The five-story pagoda towering in its grounds and the charming main hall convey a sense of historical depth. The temple also preserves legends connected to women divers, and is cherished locally as an important place that conveys Shido's history and spiritual heritage.
Fireworks details
Name: 志度花火大会
Date & time: 8/23 (Sun) 20:00–
Venue: さぬき市役所裏沖合(志度)
2026年8月23日(日)20時開催、平賀源内のふるさと・志度の夏を彩る志度花火大会のクライマックスです。志度湾の沖合から打ち上がる花火は、穏やかな海に映り込みながら夜空を彩ります。歴史ある古刹や展望公園を巡ってきた1日の締めくくりにふさわしい、地域の人々に愛される港町の花火大会です。
Tips
荒天時の開催可否はさぬき市の公式発表で確認しましょう。終了後は駅や道路が混み合うため、余韻を楽しんでから時間差での退場がおすすめです。
Tips
About 5 minutes on foot from the Hiraga Gennai Memorial Museum. Entry to the temple grounds is free. In summer, some areas have little shade, so remember to stay hydrated while visiting.
Best time to visit
About 45 minutes. In the soft afternoon light, the five-story pagoda looks particularly beautiful.
Access & map
〒769-2101 Kagawa Prefecture, Sanuki City, Shido 1102
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