Updated at 2022-04-25
The main channel into Shikoku runs through Kagawa Prefecture, and therefore, it is known as the "gateway to Shikoku." Although Kagawa is the smallest prefecture in Japan, it is abundant in tourism resources. The famous Setouchi Triennale is a testament to the success of local co-creation in Kagawa. During the Age of Exploration, Japan interacted with the world through the Seto Inland Sea. The scarf in the picture has a blue base color, representing the open sky and vast ocean of Kagawa Prefecture and the freedom and bravery of its people.
Alliance Date: July 18, 2016
Language: Japanese
Area: 1,877 square kilometers
Population: Approx. 910,000 people
Main Industries/Features: Kagawa Prefecture serves as an access point between Honshu to Shikoku, earning it the nickname Shikoku Gateway. The prefecture boasts abundant agricultural products, minimal natural disasters, and distinct seasonal natural landscapes. Kagawa Prefecture also focuses on regional revitalization with an emphasis on supporting industrial transformation and providing financial assistance to companies establishing facilities in the area.