Exploring the Mountain Towns of Kagawa—Kotohira and Kotohira Shrine(3)

The journey up and down the mountain takes about an hour. 🍃🌸 If you feel hungry after descending, a little snack can be a nice reward for your stomach. 🌄Stop by Kino-kuni-ya Honten, located midway up the mountain road, and pick up a stone pine steamed bun. No one can resist the temptation of something sweet! 🍯 🍃🌸 Down in the small street, at Hiraga Butcher Shop, the freshly fried golden korokke (Japanese croquettes) are irresistible. 🌄Take a bite, and you’ll experience the perfect combination of crispy outside and soft, meaty inside. Fried foods are just so satisfying! 🍟 Kompira Shrine is located in Kotohira Town, Kagawa Prefecture. 🍃🌸 Take the JR or Kotoden Line to JR Kotohira Station or Kotoden Kotohira Station, and it’s about a 10-minute walk to the entrance of the mountain trail. Kompira Shrine is open from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and admission is free. 🌳 🌄 #NatureSceneryShare 🌄 #BeautifulSceneryOnTheJourney 🌟