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Vegetarian's Japan Guide

Kagawa Prefecture

The Vegan/Vegetarian-Friendly Spots on Naoshima and Teshima

Speaking of the Shikoku region, Naoshima Island (直島) is one of the most-visited destinations. Not only can you adore the stunning scenery of the Seto Inland Sea (瀬戸内海), but it is also the main venue of the well-known Setouchi Triennale, also known as the Setouchi International Art Festival. Even after the festival, many artworks are […]

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Ogijima – The Artistic Cat Island on the Seto Inland Sea

Speaking of the Seto Inland Sea, what will pop into most people’s minds is probably the Setouchi Triennale (瀬戸内国際芸術祭). In addition to the event’s main stage, Naoshima Island, there are a couple more islands where the contemporary art festival is held, and Ogijima (男木島) is one of them. But Ogijima isn’t all about the artwork.

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Sanagi Island – The Hidden Cat Island on the Seto Inland Sea

Sanagi Island (佐柳島) in Kagawa Prefecture‘s Nakatado District (仲多度郡) was originally known for the Daitengu Shrine. The long‐nosed goblin enshrined here is famous for his ability to help pilgrims retrieve their lost possessions. However, more recently, Sanagi Island in Shikoku has gained a reputation as a cat island, where cats are known to jump between

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Naoshima Island – The Paradise for Contemporary Art Lovers

The Seto Inland Sea (瀬戸内海) is famous for its magnificent scenery. But another reason it is so well-known to the world is the Setouchi Triennale, also known as the Setouchi International Art Festival. This contemporary art festival is held every three years across the islands in the Seto Inland Sea. Even after the festival, many

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