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VILLAGE Report #Kagawa Prefecture

Marugame Uchiwa no Minato Museum

[VILLAGE Report vol.14] 83 million a year, 90% of Japan’s total | Kagawa Prefecture

Marugame uchiwa fans produce 83 million pieces a year and hold a 90% national share. The industry spread because lower-ranking samurai made them as side work.

[VILLAGE Report vol.14] 83 million a year, 90% of Japan’s total | Kagawa Prefecture

Marugame uchiwa fans produce 83 million pieces a year and hold a 90% national share. The industry spread because lower-ranking samurai made them as side work.

The shrine buildings of Kotohira-gu

Kagawa Prefecture Specialties, Souvenirs, Shrines, Temples, and Travel | 47 Prefecture Guide

It is 785 steps to the main shrine of Kotohiragu, and 1,368 steps to the inner shrine. Udon, wasanbon sugar, and Marugame uchiwa fans rank first in Japan. We have organized Kagawa Prefecture’s specialties, souvenirs, shrines and temples, sightseeing, and traditional crafts by category.

Kagawa Prefecture Specialties, Souvenirs, Shrines, Temples, and Travel | 47 Prefecture Guide

It is 785 steps to the main shrine of Kotohiragu, and 1,368 steps to the inner shrine. Udon, wasanbon sugar, and Marugame uchiwa fans rank first in Japan. We have organized Kagawa Prefecture’s specialties, souvenirs, shrines and temples, sightseeing, and traditional crafts by category.