A small castle on top of a hill, surrounded by beautiful gardens and well-tended grounds. The toilets are surprisingly clean and there are a number of vending machines with drinks. It’s a nice area to go to relax. There are also festivals held here throughout the year. Definitely go for cherry blossom viewings if possible!

A very very very small castle. Is it the most exciting castle in Japan? No. But it is one of the original 12 so for the historical value it is intresting to an extent

It’s definitely one of the smaller castles in Japan, but it has very high historical value as 1 of only 12 Japanese castles that have been preserved largely as they had been built. There’s a bit of a hike up to get to the main building of thr castle, but it’s definitely worth it to get a view of the sea and city from up high, esp. right before sunset.

The keep itself is a little small, but it is very old. A lot of the original wood construction can still be seen here. The view from the top of the mountain is awesome! The castle grounds are well maintained, and there are vending machines and toilets available near the top. The gift shop at the bottom of the mountain is really interesting. We saw some people making traditional Japanese fans.

Entrance fee is 200 yen for adult, and 100 yen for children. I still feel 200 yen is too much though. The castle is a walking hazard with the termite-ridden wood falling apart, and there is nothing noteworthy inside except for the tile with a fan sculpture. The exterior still looks okay so if you want to visit you don't need to pay inside and get disappointed.

This is the smallest wooden castle in Japan. Indeed, it’s very small!! You can go in with 200yen. The view is great.

We hiked up the hill to see the beautiful Marugame Castle during the summer of record breaking heatwave. It was well worth it because the wooden castle and it’s surrounding views were amazing. Recommend everyone to come see it!

Nice castle, nice views, nice gift shop. A bit of a hike but it's all sloped so it's not too bad. Castle keep closes at 4pm but I think you can enter the grounds any time.

Marugame castle is beautiful. Today, I visited and saw the cherry blossoms. If you visit the area, make sure to visit at night. The view of the city lights at night is fantastic.

Beautiful place but is quite tiring to get to the top, be sure to take lot of water if you go during summer

Sakura at Marugame Castle in Kagawa Prefecture-Japan. Different views of Marugame Castle during the Cherry Blossoms matsuri in Kagawa Prefecture-Japan. Featuring: A cherry blossom view of Mount Iino (飯野山) is seen from Marugame Castle. This mountain is also called Sanuki Fuji because it resembles Mount Fuji. And it is one of the 100 Famous Japanese Mountains, standing at 422 meters above sea level. Sanuki is an ancient name of Kagawa, so Sanuki Fuji means a mountain like Mount Fuji in Sanuki. I really enjoyed this sakura spot. The climb to the top is a bit steep but rewarding in the end. There is a nice atmosphere here, very enjoyable.

beautiful place, lovely view of the city when your on top. though restoration of the wall is still ongoing on the other side. i would love to go back in this place to see those sakura blooming during spring.

A wonderful little gallery. The permanent exhibition is great, but seeing it once is enough.

This museum makes a stop in Marugame totally worth it. Only about 45 minutes from Okayama by train (over a beautiful bridge!) the museum houses Inokuma san’s beautiful collection in a wonderful building. The museum shops and the cafe are some of the best I’ve seen. Their seasonal exhibitions (autumn 2023 is textile genius Reiko Sudo) converse with the permanent collection and are engaging and unusual.

谷口吉生の独特のスケール感の美術館 これだけ大きいのに繊細な空間を感じれます。駅前に不思議と馴染んでいます。 (Translated by Google) Yoshio Taniguchi's unique scale museum Even though it is so big, you can feel the delicate space. It is strangely familiar in front of the station.

they have English wall text! They didn’t even have that at the most popular museums in Tokyo (the most populated city in the world 😅) I was very impressed. I came for the MIMOCA EYE and it was a fantastically curated show of current artists in Japan. The museum is off the beaten path in terms of the city, but there is a JR station literally right next to it. If you have a chance to go, please do ☺️ I am currently studying Japanese and have my bachelors in fine arts and I especially loved the little pencils with quotes about art and museums from Genichiro himself that are available for purchase in the gift shop!

丸亀駅の西隣に不自然に現れる現代建築。天井が高く気持ちの良い空間で美術に触れ合うことができました！ (Translated by Google) A modern building that appears unnaturally to the west of Marugame Station. I was able to interact with art in a comfortable space with high ceilings!

You can take a look at 1st floor for free and even sit at the chair in the middle of the lobby, that's very comfortable ~

Peaceful place. Wonderful arts outside of the museum.

Superb museum next to the station. The architecture is amazing and they have a great cafe.

Love the art and their special exhibition! Their cafe is nice as well.

Another wonderful museum designed by Yoshio Taniguchi.

Personal atmosphere, unexpected find. Nice place to browse art.

Wonderful.

76 Temple

Een van de vele gebedshuizen. (Translated by Google) One of the many places of worship.

(Translated by Google) April 7, 2024 8:00 Day 2 of the Youth 18 Ticket Journey I stopped by before the second restaurant opened on my Sanuki udon tour. This is the 76th temple of the 88 temples in Shikoku. Kansai No. Many cars were parked. There were also overseas travelers. Although I am not religious, I also prayed for a safe delivery for my eldest son and his wife. The cherry blossoms were in full bloom and beautiful ☺ (Original) 2024年4月7日8 時 青春18切符の旅2日目 讃岐うどん巡り２軒目の開店前に立ち寄りました。 四国八十八箇所の76番札所のこちらに。 関西Ｎｏ．の車が何台も止まってました。あと海外旅行者もおられました。 信仰心はありませんが安産祈願もあったので長男夫婦の安産祈願もお願いしておきました。 桜が満開で綺麗でした☺

(Translated by Google) No. 76 of the 88 Temples of Shikoku. This temple has a name that seems to bring good fortune to people, and they actually have a variety of good luck goods. The person at Nokyojo was very friendly and kind to me, even though I was a beginner on the pilgrimage. (Original) 四国八十八ケ所第76番札所。 いかにも金運アップに御利益のありそうな名前のお寺で、実際に様々な開運グッズを取り揃えています。 納経所の方がとても気さくな方で、遍路初心者の私にも親切にしてくださいました。

(Translated by Google) This is one of the 88 temples in Shikoku that is closest to my house. Across the street is the super famous udon restaurant ``Nagata in Konoka'' ^^ This time I visited the shrine on New Year's visit. The parking lot is directly behind the Sanmon Gate, so if you enter the shrine grounds directly, you will not have to go through the Sanmon Gate, but instead will have to access the approach and watershed diagonally. There are a lot of things to see, such as the flower decorations in the Chozuya and the main image of the Buddha that is unveiled. Thank you for your continued support. (Original) 家から1番近くにある四国八十八箇所の寺院になります。 道を挟んだ対面には、超有名うどん店「長田in香の香」がありますね^^ 今回は初詣でのご参拝でした。 駐車場が山門の真裏側にあるので、そのまま境内に入ると山門をくぐらず、参道や手水舎に斜めにアクセスすることになります。 手水舎の花飾りや、御開帳されている御本尊様など、見所が沢山です♪ いつもお世話になってます。

(Translated by Google) I visited here on a Hanatemizu tour. In the very large grounds and parking lot, the cold cherry blossoms catch your eye, and you can also tour the Seven Lucky Gods, and Hotei-san will greet you at the entrance. It was a very bright place. The flower chozui next to Benzaiten was very nice and reminiscent of New Year's. (Original) 花手水巡りで訪れました。とても広い境内と駐車場では寒桜が目を引きつけ、七福神巡りも出来るようで入口では、布袋さんが出迎えてくれますよ。とても明るい気持ちなる所でした。弁財天の横の花手水がお正月らしくて素敵でした。

72 Temple

(Translated by Google) I went around 10 o'clock on Sunday. It was quiet. The parking lot seems to be 200 yen. If you pay any amount, the bell will be attached. The button that guides you with a refreshing voice was broken or did not respond even if you pressed it (Original) 日曜日の１０時ころ行きました。閑散としていました。駐車場は２００円のようです。任意の金額を払えば鐘がつけます。さわやかな声で案内しますというボタンは壊れているのか押しても無反応でした

(Translated by Google) There is a narrow road of rural and residential. By the time we arrived at the temple, it was already around 4:45 pm. I hurriedly chant the Heart Sutra at the main hall and the Daishido hall, then went around the Nokyo office, and although I didn't see it very well, it seems to be the oldest temple among the 88 temples in Shikoku. It is said to date back to the time of Emperor Suiko. The building itself doesn't feel that old. (Original) 田園と住宅の細い道を進むとある。 お寺に着いた時は既に16時45分頃。急いで本堂、大師堂で般若心経を唱え、納経所を周り、あまりよく見なかったが、四国八十八ヶ所の中でも一番古い歴史のあるお寺らしい。推古天皇の頃に遡ると言われている。 その割に建物の自体はそれほど古さを感じない。

(Translated by Google) It is located in a corner of Zentsuji city. The next temple is just ahead of your eyes and nose. The parking lot is next to the gate. 200. Yen maintenance fee cooperation. It is a beautiful temple that is well maintained. (Original) 善通寺市の一角にあります。 次の札所とは目と鼻の先。 山門横が駐車場です。 200.円の維持費協力となってます。 手入れの行き届いた素晴らしいお寺さんです。

(Translated by Google) ~ No. 72 Mandala Temple ~ Easy access by car as there is a parking lot right next to it. Founded in the 4th year of Suiko (596), the oldest sacred place in Shikoku There was a ``Furomatsu'' tree that was over 1,200 years old and was hand-planted by Kobo Daishi. Although the height was less than 4 meters, it was impressive with a diameter of 16 to 7 meters. The appearance that looks like two sedge hats facing down is impressive. It was also designated as a prefectural natural monument. It is a pity that it was cut down in 2002 after being eroded by pine borers. Zentsuji City has many temples within close proximity. Feel the “local feel” of Kukai (Original) ～　第７２番　曼荼羅寺　～ 駐車場がすぐ横にあるので車でのアクセスがいい 創建は四国霊場で最も古い推古四年（５９６年） 樹齢１２００年を超す弘法大師お手植えの「不老松」があった 高さは４ｍ足らずだが　直径１６～７ｍと立派だった 菅笠をふたつ伏せたような姿は印象的 県の自然記念物にも指定されていたのだが 松食い虫に浸食され平成１４年に伐採されたのは残念 善通寺市内は「近距離」に寺が多い 空海の「地元感」を感じる

(Translated by Google) No. 72 of the 88 Temples of Shikoku. Although it doesn't have much of a special feature, it is a well-organized temple that is easy to visit. (Original) 四国八十八ケ所第72番札所。 あまり特徴はありませんが、綺麗にまとめられて、お参りしやすいお寺です。

(Translated by Google) A temple right next to the parking lot. This is a temple where I can't find anything particularly impressive. The impression is that it is a temple at the foot of the slope on the way to Isshakaji Temple. (Original) 駐車場の直ぐ側にあるお寺。 特に印象に残るものが見当たらないお寺です。 出釈迦寺に行く途中の坂のふもとにあるお寺という印象。

(Translated by Google) It is a small temple. There is a parking lot nearby. There is a charge of 200 yen for the parking lot. The nearby Ishishakaji Temple was free, but... Well, if you're on a pilgrimage, there are places where you have to pay for parking, but it's 200 to 300 yen, so it's cheap. (Original) こじんまりとしたお寺です。駐車場がすぐそばにあります。その駐車場は200円の有料です。近くの出釈迦寺は無料でしたが…。まぁ遍路で回っていると駐車場代金が有料の所もありますが、200円から300円なので安価ですがね。

(Translated by Google) I visited you on a bicycle pilgrimage. There was a reservoir around Mandala Temple, and it was located in a peaceful place. Mandara-ji Temple is said to have been founded in 596 (Suiko 4), the oldest temple in Shikoku. It was originally built as a family temple for the Saeki clan, the lord of Sanuki Province, who was an ancestor of Kobo Daishi, and at the time it was founded, it was called Sesaka-dera. Kobo Daishi, who returned from the Tang Dynasty in 807, enshrined Dainichi Nyorai to pray for the repose of his late mother Tamayori Gozen. It is said that the Taizokai Mandala and Kongokai Mandala brought back from the Tang Dynasty were enshrined here, and the temple was renamed Mandala Temple. The main hall has a coffered ceiling with 370 walls, and the inner sanctum is said to be decorated with the constellations of the 28 constellations representing the universe. Every year, on the day of the equinox, the principal image of Vajrayana Dainichi Nyorai is unveiled. This temple is said to be connected to Saigyo Hoshi, a poet who was active from the late Heian period to the early Kamakura period. It is said that he built a hermitage near Mandala Temple and visited the temple often. There is a monument to the poem ``Kasakakezakura,'' which is a poem about a hat that a traveler forgot in a cherry tree. There used to be a pine tree called "Furomatsu" that was hand-planted by Kobo Daishi on the grounds. Furo-matsu is said to have been planted by Kobo Daishi in 807 to commemorate the change of the name of the temple to Mandara-ji, and is said to be over 1,200 years old. Unfortunately, in 2002 (Heisei 14), the tree died due to the effects of the pine beetle. (Original) 自転車遍路でお邪魔しました。 曼荼羅寺の周辺にはため池があり、のどかな場所にありました。 曼陀羅寺の創建は四国霊場で最も古い596年（推古4年）と言われています。 弘法大師の先祖の讃岐国の領主・佐伯氏の氏寺として創建したのが始まりで、創建当時は世坂寺と呼ばれていたそうです。 807年（大同2年）に唐から帰国した弘法大師が、亡き母の玉依御前の冥福を祈るため大日如来をお祀りしました。 そして、唐から持ち帰った胎蔵界曼荼羅と金剛界曼荼羅を安置し、曼荼羅寺と改称したそうです。 本堂の堂内には370枚の格天井があり、内陣には宇宙を意味する「二十八宿」の星座が描かれているそうです。 毎年、彼岸の入りの日に、本尊の金剛界大日如来が御開帳されます。 平安時代後期から鎌倉時代初期に活躍した歌人の西行法師ゆかりのお寺だそうです。 曼荼羅寺の近くに庵を建てて、寺をしばしば訪れたといたそうです。 旅人が桜の木に忘れた笠を歌に詠んだ「笠掛桜」の歌碑が残されています。 かつて境内には、弘法大師お手植えの松「不老松」がありました。 不老松は、807年（大同2年）に弘法大師が寺号を曼荼羅寺に改称したことを記念して植えた松だそうで、樹齢は1200年以上だったそうです。 残念なことに、2002年（平成14年）に松喰い虫の影響で枯れてしまったそうです。

(Translated by Google) The time I visited was cherry blossom viewing season, so I was able to see the cherry blossoms in full bloom. I went on a Saturday around noon, and it wasn't particularly crowded, so I had a good time. I think it's worth coming to see the cherry blossoms every year. (Original) 訪れた時期が丁度花見シーズンで満開の桜と一緒にお参り出来ました。 土曜日の昼時に行きましたが、特に混んでいなかったのでゆっくり過ごせました。 毎年桜だけでも見に来る価値はあると思います。

This museum was a kick. It was small, but the most interesting part is making your own uchiwa (hand fan), finishing off the decoration and fan blade part. (｡•̀ᴗ-)و ̑̑✧

If you come to this area, do visit this beautifully preserved and well presented place, the legendary Japanese hospitality included.

Small and authentic museum. You can watch how they manufacture the fan.

Small but interesting. Makeing your own traditional uchiwa (paper/bamboo fan) is the best part!

All about fan making. Workshop / atelier where you can see artisans making fans.

You can build your own uchiwa

Very small but the staff are extremely nice and eager to show visitors their technique in making the fans.