Takamatsu Marugame-Machi Shopping Street is a 470m long street in the heart of the central business district of Takamatsu-city, Kagawa prefecture. It is part of the 2.7 km long “Takamatsu Central Shopping Street” and has a long history of over 400 years.
About 20 meters above the ground, you will see a glass arcade covering the street, creating a bright and open atmosphere. This architecture lets you enjoy shopping in any weather. Shops vary from traditional to cutting-edge, as well as overseas brands.
The dome area located in the north end of the street reminds you of Italy’s oldest shopping mall, “Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II,” which is the unique symbol of Marugame-Machi shopping Street.
The “Machinaka Loop Bus” is the best transportation method you can find when sightseeing in the areas around Takamatsu Marugame-Machi Shopping Street. When you buy something on the shopping street, you will receive discount tickets for the bus depending on how much money you spend. Take advantage of the system and make the most of sightseeing in Takamatsu!
Highlights
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470m long historic shopping street.
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Covered by a 22-meter high glass arcade so you can shop in any weather condition
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The beautiful dome area at the Northern end of the shopping street reminds you of Italy’s “Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.”
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Transportation made easy with the “Machinaka Loop Bus.” Receive coupon tickets depending on the amount you spend.
