
Updated at 2023-06-15
This necktie features the pattern of Kagawa Prefecture's specialty, udon noodles. The design concept is based on "the journey of life." The two parallel and elongated udon noodles protruding from the bowl represent train tracks, as well as the dedication of the people of Kagawa. In addition, the tie features a maroon base color, complemented by numerous white lines. The gray udon bowls emphasize the down-to-earth, resilient, and steadfast nature of the people of Kagawa.
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.