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  • Kagawa

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Kitahama Alley

Kitahama Alley

Enjoy cafés, shopping, and art in a portside warehouse district.

Kitahama Alley is a commercial complex created from a group of old warehouses near Takamatsu Port. Cafés, shops, restaurants, and other businesses make use of the buildings’ historic character, inviting visitors to stroll through the district in the sea breeze of the Seto Inland Sea.

Three highlights of Kitahama Alley

  1. 1. Explore the warehouse district and find a favorite spotWander through the narrow lanes and discover cafés, lifestyle shops, galleries, and more.
  2. 2. Slow down beside the Seto Inland SeaEnjoy a walk or café break in a waterfront setting overlooking the port and nearby islands.
  3. 3. Combine your visit with sightseeing around Takamatsu PortWithin walking distance of Takamatsu Station and Takamatsu Port, it is an easy stop before or after a ferry trip or while exploring central Takamatsu.

Official information and directions

Check the official websiteGet directions on Google Maps

Quick access guide

By car

About 20–30 minutes by car from Takamatsu-nishi IC or Takamatsu-chuo IC.
Kitahama PARK and nearby coin-operated parking lots are available.

By public transportation

About a 10-minute walk from JR Takamatsu Station and Takamatsu Port.
It is easy to combine with a stroll around the waterfront.

* Opening hours and closing days vary by shop. If you plan to visit a specific shop, check the official website or contact the shop in advance.

Nearby attractions

  • ・Takamatsu PortA convenient starting point for island-hopping by boat and walks around the waterfront.
  • ・Takamatsu Castle Ruins / Tamamo ParkWalk through the seaside castle ruins and discover Takamatsu’s history.
  • ・The Kagawa MuseumCombine your visit with exhibitions introducing Kagawa’s history and culture.

* Opening hours and closing days vary by shop. Check the official website for the latest information before visiting.

Details

Area Kagawa
Address 4-14 Kitahama-cho, Takamatsu, 760-0031 Kagawa
TEL +81-87-834-4335
FAX +81-87-834-5737
E-mail -

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Basic Information

Open hours Differs by shop
Closed regularly Differs by shop
Admission fee Free
Parking lot Cars : Yes | Buses : No
Free Wi-Fi No
Toilet Yes
Recommended season Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter

A special experience found only here.

Inside you will find a restaurant where you can enjoy the French flavors of an original cuisine, a cafe with popular French pastries and quiches, general shops selling unique products. Book cafe that communicates the allure of old items such as handicrafts, tools and books, and clothing stores selling imported childrens’ clothes.


 
 
Café Umie

Enjoy views of the waterfront and a relaxing café experience in a tranquil space created inside a renovated old warehouse.

Hours Sunday–Friday | 11:00–19:00
Saturday | 11:00–21:00
Closed Wednesday

* Please check the official website for the latest opening and event information.

Check Café Umie opening hours

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