A Day Tour to the Hidden Scenery of Sanuki
In the morning, I went to Kataharamachi Station to buy a set ticket that includes a one-day pass for the Kotoden tram line, admission to Shikoku Village, and a bus ticket to Yashima. The total cost was 2000 yen, valid for one day, which is very cost-effective. After purchasing the ticket, the station staff stamped the date on it, and then I could ride the Kotoden freely.
First, I took the tram from Kataharamachi Station to Kawaramachi Station, then transferred to the Shido Line and rode it to the terminal station. Since I could ride freely, I decided to go a bit further just to see around.
After getting off at Shido Station, I saw a memorial hall and Shido Temple nearby, so I headed in that direction. Unfortunately, the memorial hall was closed for a break, but Shido Temple was not far away.
Shido Temple is quite large. Besides me, there were no other tourists. A few monks were chanting sutras. The trees in the temple were dense and untrimmed, growing wildly and somewhat untidy. There was a beautiful and clean garden in the back courtyard, with a persimmon tree full of fruit. I met a monk going out for alms who greeted me.
When I came out, I saw two tourists from Taiwan and asked them to help take some photos. Then I left and returned to Shido Station.
The small town of Shido is very quiet and clean. Most houses are single-story detached homes, each with flowers and plants. There is little commercial activity. Walking around the streets and looking at the houses was very pleasant.
There are also some other attractions along the Shido Line that you can visit if you have time.