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Chūsan All-In Reading Course [Sunny Day Plan]

3days

Savor delicious local food, enjoy quiet reading time, and take in the charm of Kotohira at a leisurely pace.

＼Local Guide／

KAHO

She first visited Kotohira through a monitor tour during her first year at university.
Since that day, Kotohira has become a familiar place she returns to every year, saying “I’m back.”
Now in her fourth year of university, she is staying in Kotohira for about a month and a half while working on her graduation thesis.

Course Details

  1. DAY.18:30

    Depart Osaka Umeda (WILLER Bus Terminal)

    Arrive at the Kotohira / Konpira Sando-guchi bus stop at 12:50.
    Leave your luggage at kotori Kotohira and head out light and free.
    Instead of the busy udon shops along the main approach, try a place loved by locals.

    About 5 minutes by mobi (shared ride service)

  2. DAY.113:30

    Teuchi Udon Musashi

    Use mobi to reach Musashi — perfect for distances that are too far to walk but don’t require a rental car.

    When it comes to Musashi, curry udon is the must-try specialty.

    The rich, dark curry pairs beautifully with firm noodles.
    To enjoy it until the very end, ordering rice is highly recommended.

    While waiting for your udon, enjoy oden, the Kagawa way.
    Dip it in a mildly sweet white miso sauce mixed with mustard — the thick fried tofu is especially unforgettable.

    Name
    Teuchi Udon Musashi
    Address
    637-2 Gojo, Kotohira Town, Nakatado District, Kagawa, Japan
    Opening Hours
    10:00-15:00, 17:00-20:00
    Closed
    Mondays, Tuesdays (Open on public holidays; closed on the following weekday. Additional irregular closures may apply.)

    About 5 minutes by mobi

  3. DAY.114:30

    HAKOBUNE Building

    Choose a drifting book beneath HAKOBUNE Building

    A multifunctional complex where gathering, dining, and staying come together under one roof.

    Reading a book you brought is nice, but encounters during travel are important too.
    Next to the elevator are books that have drifted in from all over Japan, available for anyone to borrow.
    Maximum lending period is two years.

    Name
    HAKOBUNE Building
    Address
    725-1 Kotohira, Kotohira Town, Nakatado District, Kagawa, Japan

    30-second walk

  4. DAY.115:00

    Sando Sand. Stand

    Quiet reading time at Sando Sand. Stand

    A place that truly respects personal time.

    Everyone spends time in their own way, making it easy to read without hesitation.
    The shop even encourages knitting at the tables, showing how much personal time is respected.

    Name
    Sando Sand. Stand
    Address
    725 Kotohira, Kotohira Town, Nakatado District, Kagawa, Japan
    Opening Hours
    Wednesday to Sunday: 11:00-17:00, Fridays & Saturdays: 11:00-22:00
    Closed
    Mondays, Tuesdays

    2-minute walk

  5. DAY.116:00

    Kotori Coworking & Hostel Kotohira

    Check in at Kotori Kotohira

    A hostel where you can enjoy sightseeing while staying in a calm and relaxed atmosphere.

    Located along the main approach to Kotohira-gu Shrine, the area is lively during the day with many restaurants and souvenir shops, yet becomes quiet and peaceful at night — an ideal location to enjoy sightseeing while resting comfortably.

    Name
    Kotori Coworking & Hostel Kotohira
    Address
    720-15 Kotohira-cho, Nakatado-gun, Kagawa
    Opening Hours
    Check-in: 15:00-24:00

    2-minute walk

  6. DAY.119:00

    Donzo Brewing

    End the first day with a toast at a craft beer bar in the shopping street.

    A craft beer brewery and taproom located in the Kotohira shopping street.

    Donzo Brewing is a local craft beer spot in Kotohira Town.
    Housed in a renovated former pottery shop, it has become a lively gathering place for the community.
    Enjoy a freshly poured pint straight from the taps in front of you — a perfect way to end a day of exploring Kotohira.

    Name
    Donzo Brewing
    Address
    182-2 Kotohira, Kotohira Town, Nakatado District, Kagawa, Japan
    Opening Hours
    Weekdays: 18:00-22:00, Saturdays: 12:00- 22:00, Sundays & Public Holidays: 12:00-20:00
    Closed
    Tuesdays, Wednesdays

    Overnight stay at Kotori Kotohira.

  7. DAY.212:00

    SUNNYSIDE FIELDS

    About 30 minutes by e-bike from kotori Kotohira. Relaxed lunch at SUNNYSIDE FIELDS.

    A place to feel happiness through all five senses, surrounded by nature.

    Climbing a mountain road, this café suddenly appears amid rice fields.
    Their all-you-can-fill chocolate selection (10+ varieties) is a delightful surprise.

    A favorite reading spot is the annex room, used as an eat-in space.
    Enjoy coffee and chocolate while reading, with sweeping views of the countryside.

    Name
    SUNNYSIDE FIELDS
    Address
    2237 Nagao, Manno Town, Nakatado District, Kagawa, Japan
    Opening Hours
    Weekdays 10:00–16:00 (Last order 15:30), Weekends & Holidays 10:00–17:00 (Last order 16:30)
    Closed
    Wednesdays, Thursdays

    About 15 minutes by e-bike

  8. DAY.214:00

    Manno Town Library

    Discover local life through books at Manno Town Library

    A quiet local library where you can slow down and enjoy reading at your own pace.

    Located next to a junior high school, the library is often shared by students and local residents alike.
    It offers a subtle glimpse into the relationship between books and everyday life in the community — a niche yet meaningful stop for travelers seeking a more local experience.

    Name
    Manno Town Library
    Address
    957 Yoshinoshita, Manno Town, Nakatado District, Kagawa, Japan
    Opening Hours
    10:00-18:00
    Closed
    Closed on Tuesdays, Year-end & New Year holidays, and during special maintenance periods

    About 15 minutes by e-bike

  9. DAY.215:30

    Shikishimakan Foot Bath

    Soothe your cycling fatigue at the Shikishimakan Foot Bath.

    Take a slow breath while watching people stroll along the approach.

    Located along the Konpira shrine approach, it’s the perfect spot to ease travel fatigue the very same day.

    Name
    Shikishimakan Foot Bath
    Address
    716-5 Kotohira, Kotohira Town, Nakatado District, Kagawa, Japan
    Opening Hours
    9:00-16:00
    Closed
    May be closed in case of rain.

    Overnight stay at Kotori Kotohira.

  10. DAY.35:45

    Hearing that the bell rings at the 100th step every morning at 6:00, you set off a little faster in the quiet dawn.

    About 20 minutes by e-bike

  11. DAY.38:00

    Bakery & Cafe Currants

    Have breakfast at “Currants,” a bakery highly praised by locals.

    A local favorite bakery offering a wide variety of breads.

    The signature Mentaiko Fissel is generously filled with mentaiko butter.
    Eat-in seating allows you to enjoy freshly baked bread right away; drinks are available to-go — perfect for a picnic.

    Name
    Bakery & Cafe Currants
    Address
    1486-1 Yoshinoshita, Manno Town, Nakatado District, Kagawa, Japan
    Opening Hours
    7:00-18:00
    Closed
    Mondays, Tuesdays

    About 15 minutes by e-bike

  12. DAY.310:00

    Mannoike Forest Park

    Feel the seasons at Mannoike Forest Park

    A forest park loved by families, where you can feel the changing seasons in nature.

    A hidden autumn foliage spot where leaves color the walking paths.
    The metasequoia-lined road changes beautifully with each season.

    Name
    Mannoike Forest Park
    Address
    4109-24 Shichika, Aza Mita, Manno Town, Nakatado District, Kagawa, Japan
    Opening Hours
    April-August 7:00-19:00, September-March 7:30-17:30
    Closed
    Closed during the Year-end & New Year holidays

    About 15 minutes by e-bike

  13. DAY.312:00

    Honey Raizo

    Enjoy a set-meal lunch at Honey Raizo, a beloved spot among locals.

    A family-run set-meal restaurant loved by the people of Kotohira.

    A couple-run diner filled with local regulars.
    The warm welcome from the charming owner feels like coming home.

    The daily lunch set, with multiple side dishes, miso soup, rice, and a main.

    In udon-rich Kagawa, it’s good to know a place where you can have miso soup.
    It reliably supports the nutrition of locals who consume plenty of wheat.
    Offers comfort you didn’t know you needed while traveling.

    Name
    Honey Raizo
    Address
    242 Kotohira, Kotohira Town, Nakatado District, Kagawa, Japan
    Opening Hours
    11:00-21:00
    Closed
    Tuesdays

    2-minute walk

  14. DAY.313:00

    Kotori Coworking & Hostel Kotohira

    Unwind back at Kotori Kotohira.

    A hostel where you can enjoy sightseeing while staying in a calm and relaxed atmosphere.

    Located along the main approach to Kotohira-gu Shrine, the area is lively during the day with many restaurants and souvenir shops, yet becomes quiet and peaceful at night — an ideal location to enjoy sightseeing while resting comfortably.

    Name
    Kotori Coworking & Hostel Kotohira
    Address
    720-15 Kotohira-cho, Nakatado-gun, Kagawa
    Opening Hours
    Check-in: 15:00-24:00

    1-minute walk

  15. DAY.317:00

    Depart from Kotohira Sando Entrance

    Your three-day journey comes to an end.
    Last time, you only walked the shrine steps.
    This time, you saw something different — a town not just for sightseeing, but for living.
    That scenery is now part of you.