Things to Do in Mitoyo (三豊市), Kagawa: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 27, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Mitoyo (三豊市) in Kagawa Prefecture (Shikoku, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Daikō-ji, 69th temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, Iyadani-ji, 71st temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage, Shiudeyama Site, National Historic Site and served by Takase Station (高瀬駅) (0.4 km) via the regional hub at Takamatsu Station (JR Marine Liner from Okayama) & Takamatsu Port. Set at 67 m elevation (34.1825°N, 133.7150°E), Mitoyo offers travelers a base for sampling regional Sanuki udon (chewy hand-cut wheat noodles served kama-tamago, bukkake, or kake style), Honetsuki-dori (garlic-pepper roasted bone-in chicken leg from Marugame), Shodoshima olives & soy sauce cuisine and exploring neighboring Zentsūji (善通寺市) (7.3 km), Kan'onji (観音寺市) (7.9 km), Kotohira (琴平町) (9.6 km), Tadotsu (多度津町) (10.2 km).

Mitoyo is located in western Kagawa Prefecture. It faces the Seto Inland Sea to the north and borders Tokushima Prefecture across the Sanuki Mountains to the south. The area of Mitoyo was part of the ancient Sanuki Province and has been inhabited since prehistoric times. A number of shell mounds from the Jōmon period have been identified, and the Minami Kusagi Shell Mound is the largest shell mound in Kagawa Prefecture and the Kotsutajima Shell Midden is the oldest in the Seto Inland Sea region. The area of Mitoyo was noted for its salt industry in ancient times. Within Kagawa Prefecture, Mitoyo (三豊市) serves as a city in Kagawa Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 2006-01-01) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Ritsurin Garden in Takamatsu (one of Japan's finest landscape gardens), Naoshima & Teshima contemporary art islands, 1,368 steps of Kotohira-gu (Konpira-san), and original hilltop Marugame Castle.

What to See & Do in Mitoyo (三豊市): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Mitoyo (三豊市) from Takase Station (高瀬駅) (0.4 km) at 67 m elevation (34.1825°N, 133.7150°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Mitoyo):

• Daikō-ji, 69th temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage — local sightseeing landmark near Mitoyo (三豊市).
• Iyadani-ji, 71st temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage — local sightseeing landmark near Mitoyo (三豊市).
• Shiudeyama Site, National Historic Site — local sightseeing landmark near Mitoyo (三豊市).
• Tsu Shima (6.7 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Mitoyo (三豊市).
• Kompirasan (8.7 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Mitoyo (三豊市).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Mitoyo: Takase Station (高瀬駅) (0.4 km) (connecting to Takamatsu Station (JR Marine Liner from Okayama) & Takamatsu Port).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Mitoyo

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Mitoyo (三豊市) and Takase Station (高瀬駅) (0.4 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Kagawa Prefecture and Shikoku:

• Zentsūji (善通寺市) — 7.3 km from Mitoyo (Kagawa Prefecture)
• Kan'onji (観音寺市) — 7.9 km from Mitoyo (Kagawa Prefecture)
• Kotohira (琴平町) — 9.6 km from Mitoyo (Kagawa Prefecture)
• Tadotsu (多度津町) — 10.2 km from Mitoyo (Kagawa Prefecture)
• Marugame (丸亀市) — 13.7 km from Mitoyo (Kagawa Prefecture)

Getting to Mitoyo & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Mitoyo (三豊市) via Takase Station (高瀬駅) (0.4 km): 55m direct from Okayama Station across the Great Seto Bridge on the JR Marine Liner rapid train to Takamatsu. From Takamatsu Station (JR Marine Liner from Okayama) & Takamatsu Port, transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Takase Station (高瀬駅) (0.4 km) to reach central Mitoyo (34.1825°N, 133.7150°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Takase Station (高瀬駅) (0.4 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Takamatsu with Mitoyo (三豊市) and neighboring Zentsūji, Kan'onji, Kotohira. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Mitoyo, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Mitoyo and continuing toward Zentsūji can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Mitoyo: While Takase Station (高瀬駅) (0.4 km) anchors public transit for Mitoyo, picking up a rental car at Takamatsu Station (JR Marine Liner from Okayama) & Takamatsu Port makes it easy to link Daikō-ji, 69th temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage and Iyadani-ji, 71st temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage with nearby Zentsūji (善通寺市) (7.3 km), Kan'onji (観音寺市) (7.9 km), Kotohira (琴平町) (9.6 km), Tadotsu (多度津町) (10.2 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Mitoyo (三豊市) & Kagawa

Dining near Takase Station (高瀬駅) (0.4 km) and across Mitoyo (三豊市) highlights the regional food culture of Kagawa Prefecture and Shikoku. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Mitoyo:

• Local specialty & terroir of Mitoyo (三豊市): sweet peach orchards and basin fruit cultivation alongside table grape vineyards, winemaking, and orchard farming.
• Sanuki udon (chewy hand-cut wheat noodles served kama-tamago, bukkake, or kake style) — regional specialty enjoyed across Mitoyo (三豊市) and Kagawa Prefecture.
• Honetsuki-dori (garlic-pepper roasted bone-in chicken leg from Marugame) — regional specialty enjoyed across Mitoyo (三豊市) and Kagawa Prefecture.
• Shodoshima olives & soy sauce — regional specialty enjoyed across Mitoyo (三豊市) and Kagawa Prefecture.
• Oiri pastel wedding rice pearls — regional specialty enjoyed across Mitoyo (三豊市) and Kagawa Prefecture.

If you are dining in Mitoyo (三豊市) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Takase Station (高瀬駅) (0.4 km).

Where to Stay in Mitoyo (三豊市)

Visitors staying overnight in Mitoyo (三豊市) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Takase Station (高瀬駅) (0.4 km), or base at major rail hubs in Takamatsu (Takamatsu Station (JR Marine Liner from Okayama) & Takamatsu Port) or neighboring Zentsūji, Kan'onji, Kotohira for quick train access into Mitoyo. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Mitoyo & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Mitoyo (三豊市, 67 m elevation at 34.1825°N, 133.7150°E): Mild, sunny Seto Inland Sea climate makes spring (March–May) and autumn (Sept–Nov) ideal for island art hopping and climbing Kotohira-gu.

Wider sightseeing across Kagawa Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Daikō-ji, 69th temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage in Mitoyo (三豊市) includes: Ritsurin Garden in Takamatsu (one of Japan's finest landscape gardens), Naoshima & Teshima contemporary art islands, 1,368 steps of Kotohira-gu (Konpira-san), and original hilltop Marugame Castle.

Practical Travel Tips for Mitoyo (三豊市)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Mitoyo: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Takamatsu Station (JR Marine Liner from Okayama) & Takamatsu Port or Takase Station (高瀬駅) (0.4 km) for local bus schedules to Daikō-ji, 69th temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage and walking maps of Mitoyo (三豊市).
• Cash & ATMs in Mitoyo: Convenience stores and major hotels around Takase Station (高瀬駅) (0.4 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Daikō-ji, 69th temple on the Shikoku Pilgrimage often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Mitoyo accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Mitoyo: Around Takase Station (高瀬駅) (0.4 km) and neighboring Zentsūji, Kan'onji, Kotohira, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.