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Takamatsu, Core city in Kagawa Prefecture, Japan

Takamatsu extends across 375 square kilometers along the Seto Inland Sea, featuring modern districts, traditional gardens, and coastal landscapes with mountain views.

The construction of Takamatsu Castle in 1588 by Ikoma Chikamasa established the foundation for the city's growth as a strategic maritime stronghold.

The Ritsurin Garden displays traditional Japanese landscaping techniques across 75 hectares with ponds, pavilions, and carefully maintained pine trees.

The Seto Ohashi Bridge connects Takamatsu to Honshu Island, while the central station provides rail services throughout the Shikoku region.

The city maintains over 800 udon restaurants specializing in Sanuki udon noodles, characterized by their firm texture and square shape.

Location: Kagawa Prefecture

Inception: February 15, 1890

Shares border with: Sakaide, Tamano, Mima, Manno, Ayagawa, Miki, Sanuki, Naoshima, Tonosho, Shodoshima

Website: https://city.takamatsu.kagawa.jp

GPS coordinates: 34.34281,134.04661

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:23

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