Dear Foreign Customers

We would like to introduce you, who love Japanese beautiful nature and traditional cultures, “Saisai, Japanese Heritage House Vegetable Café” in Mitoyo City, Kagawa. We offer you oriental vegan foods with local fresh vegetables. You can enjoy a mental and physical-friendly time with us during your trip.

Special Experience in Mitoyo City, Kagawa

Kagawa is well known as globelly famous “Setouchi Triennale” and “Samuki Udon(noodle)”. Mitoyo City in Kagawa attracts people as relaxing spot with rich nature. This area, with its beautiful coastline and rural landscapes, allows you to enjoy the changing scenery of Japan's four seasons and experience the good old Japanese lifestyle and culture. "Saisai, Japanese Heritage House Vegetable Café" is also popular with many foreign customers as a place where they can experience the charm of the region.

Oriental Vegan Dishes at a Traditional Heritage House

At Saisai, a traditional Japanese Heritage House Vegetable Café, we serve oriental vegan dishes using seasonal ingredients from Kagawa. These dishes were developed in collaboration with a French chef, and are impressive in appearance and taste.

The Charm of the Seto Inland Sea and Surrounding Areas

Mitoyo City, Kagawa, is a rich area in serene views of the Seto Inland Sea and historical tourist spots. After enjoying a meal at our restaurant, "Saisai", why not visit the following tourist spots?

Nearby Attractions

Kagawa Waterway Memorial Park
Beautiful cherry blossoms in spring and autum leaves in autum.
<2km from Saisai, 4-minute drive>
Manpuku-ji Temple (Wisteria trellis)
Several kinds of wisterias. So it is called “Temple of Wisterias”.
<2km from Saisai, 4-minute drive>
Roadside Station, Takarada no Sato Saita
Roadside station with beautiful cherry blossums and autum leaves. There is an accommodation (Yunotani-sou) and a hot spring spot(Tanaka-no-Yu). <4km from Saisai, 6-minute drive>
Roadside Station, Takarada no Sato Stores
You can buy local vegetables and foods(vegetables, breads, ice creams) <4km from Saisai, 6-minute drive>
Lake Hozan
A lake with rich nature. You can see cluster amaryllis, blue water lilies and fireflies. <4km from Saisai, 6-minute drive>
Lake Hozan Satoyama Biotopes
You can see the blue water lilies that Monet, the master of French impressionism, pursued. <4km from Saisai, 6-minute drive>
Toju Yama Observation deck
This park was created based on the image of an old mountain castle, and offers a panoramic view from the Sanuki Plain to the Seto Inland Sea. It is also a famous cherry blossom viewing spot. <5km from Saisai, 10-minute drive>
Kotohira Shrine
Especially famous spot in Kagawa, this shrine is called “Konpira-san” with friendship. The highlights are the magnificent view that unfolds at the top of the long stone steps and the historical buildings. <12km from Saisai, 20-minute drive>
Fudo Falls The waterfall flows in the silence of nature and is well-received by locals. It is a healing spot where you can refresh yourself by taking a walk around the waterfall. <13km from Saisai, 20-minute drive>
Zenigata Sunae, Coin-formed Sand Picture
A big sand pictures in Kannonji City, Kagawa. It is called that you will have no trouble in money if you see this sand picture. <15km from Saisai, 22-minute drive>
Honen Pond Entei, Honen Pond Dum
It is the oldest stone arch dam in Japan and is popular for its beauty and historical value. <16km from Saisai, 23-minute drive>
Takaya Shrine (Torii Gate in the Sky)
This spot has attracted attention as the "Torii Gate in the Sky," and the view of the Seto Inland Sea and the cityscape beyond the gate is breathtaking. We recommend visiting early in the morning or at dusk. <17km from Saisai, 25-minute drive>
Chichibugahama, Father and Mother Beach
This beach is called "Japan's Uyuni Salt Flats" and is known for the spectacular mirror-like scenery reflecting the sunset. It is a popular photo spot. <18km from Saisai, 26-minute drive>
Sunset at Nio
You can enjoy the sun setting over the calm waters of the Seto Inland Sea at a spot chosen as one of the "Top 100 Sunsets in Japan." You can spend a tranquil time that will cleanse your soul. <18km from Saisai, 26-minute drive>

Tsushima Shrine
This shrine is rare even in Japan for the reason why we can only visit it during the summer. Its beautiful view stretching out over the sea provides a special experience for all who visit. <20km from Saisai, 30-minute drive>

Marugame Castle
This famous castle boasts the tallest stone walls in Japan and is a tourist spot that combines history and scenery. <25km from Saisai, 40-minute drive>
Shiude Mountain
This is a popular observation spot where you can get a panoramic view of the beauty of the many islands in the Seto Inland Sea from the summit. You can enjoy the scenery of each season, such as cherry blossoms in spring, fresh greenery in summer, and autumn leaves in autumn. <30km from Saisai, 45-minute drive>
Awa-shima, Awa Island
This small island is known as the "Island of Art and Healing." Its historic buildings and tranquil scenery will captivate anyone who sees it. <35km from Saisai, 35-drive to Suda Port and 15-minute ferry from there>

There are many spots in and around Mitoyo City where you can experience Japanese nature, history, and cultures. After enjoying a leisurely meal of vegan cuisine at our restaurant, why don’t you visit these tourist spots? Your stay in Kagawa will be even more special.

Access to us

“Saisai” has free charged parking for maximum 10 cars. When you have lunch or tea time in Mitoyo City, please feel free to visit us.

Conclusion

When you visit Mitoyo City, Kagawa, why not try out the traditional Japanese cuisine and new fascination with vegan cuisine at "Saisai, Japanese Heritage House Vegetable Café "? Enjoy a special time in a location surrounded by nature, where you can refresh your mind and body.