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Kagawa

What is kagawa?

· Sarah Mitchell

Key facts

Type Prefecture of Japan[1]
Location Northeastern Shikoku[2]
Capital Takamatsu[1]
Area 1,877 square kilometres[1]
Population (2020) 949,358[1]
Smallest by area Yes[1]

Kagawa is a prefecture of Japan, located in the northeastern part of Shikoku island, with Takamatsu as its capital. It is the smallest prefecture by area in Japan and is known for Sanuki udon noodles.

Context

Kagawa is a prefecture of Japan on the island of Shikoku, in its northeastern part [2]. Its capital is Takamatsu [1]. Kagawa is the smallest prefecture by area, covering 1,877 square kilometres, with a population of 949,358 as of 2020 [1]. The prefecture borders Ehime and Tokushima prefectures and includes offshore islands [1]. Kagawa is connected to Honshu via the Seto Ohashi bridge [2]. It is widely known for Sanuki udon noodles [2].

Documented claims

  • Kagawa Prefecture is the smallest prefecture in Japan by area. [1]
  • Kagawa is connected to Honshu via the Seto Ohashi bridge. [2]
  • Kagawa is known for Sanuki udon noodles. [2]

Questions and answers

What is Kagawa Japan known for?

Kagawa is known for Sanuki udon noodles [2].

What is the meaning of Kagawa?

Kagawa refers to Kagawa Prefecture, a prefecture of Japan on Shikoku island [1].

Is Kagawa the smallest prefecture?

Yes, Kagawa is the smallest prefecture in Japan by area [1].

Sources

  1. Kagawa | Udon Noodles, Sanuki Cuisine, Seto Inland Sea | Britannica — britannica.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. Kagawa Prefecture | Nippon.com — nippon.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in Places