[Kagawa, Zentsuji] Japanese Cuisine Uonana: A local dining experience where you can spend a special time interacting with local people and eating.

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• [A Customized City-Wide Experience Museum] Zentsuji City, Kagawa Prefecture, is the birthplace of Kobo Daishi Kukai, a legendary figure in Japanese Buddhism known to all Japanese people. Born 1,250 years ago, Kukai attained enlightenment through training amid the magnificent natural beauty of his hometown, Shikoku. Even now, more than 1,200 years after his time, many worshippers from around the world visit Zentsuji City, following the pilgrimage route he left behind. The five temples associated with Kukai in Zentsuji City offer interactive content that encourages self-reflection and sharpening of the five senses, with themes of Mandala Temple (touch), Deshakka Temple (sight), Kozan Temple (hearing), Zentsuji (taste), and Konzo Temple (smell). In the city center, where the culture of "osettai," or hospitality by local residents to pilgrims, is deeply rooted, experiences are available to enjoy traditional local crafts and cuisine. Zentsuji City, where nature and faith are close at hand and where you can get a glimpse of unpretentious, everyday life, is truly an experiential museum! Experience authentic Japan while experiencing a culture that has been cherished and nurtured since ancient times. [About the Local Food Experience] One of the joys of travel is learning about the unique food culture of a particular region. Experience a unique experience, savoring seasonal cuisine and experiencing a one-of-a-kind experience through interactions with chefs and local residents, while feeling like you're part of the local community. Japanese Cuisine: Registered as a World Intangible Cultural Heritage, washoku (Japanese cuisine) is beloved worldwide as a representative example of Japanese culture, showcasing its diverse aspects, including delicate preparations of fresh ingredients, excellent nutritional balance, and artistic expression of the seasons and ceremonies. Kaiseki cuisine, in particular, condenses the essence of washoku and elevates it to the level of art, creating a delicate and beautiful cuisine rarely seen anywhere else in the world. Dishes tailored to the seasons and celebratory occasions are served in single plates, single bowls, or as a full Japanese course. Enjoy a meal at this long-established restaurant that has been loved by locals since the Meiji era, with explanations and demonstrations of the dishes.