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Birthplace of Sanuki Udon (Ayagawa)
The town that claims to be the 'birthplace of Sanuki Udon' is Ayakawa, located almost in the center of Kagawa Prefecture. The legend dates back to Kobo Daishi (Kukai). It is said that Chisen Daitoku, the nephew of Kukai—who traveled to China in 804 and was taught the noodle-making method—served those noodles to his parents in his hometown of Takimiya. This event is considered the root of Sanuki Uudon. Chisen is also known as the 'ancestor of udon,' and every April, the Takimiya Tenmangu Shrine holds a 'Kennen-shiki' (Noodle Offering Ceremony) to commemorate him. While there are various theories regarding its origin, a bowl enjoyed while reflecting on over a thousand years of history is truly exceptional. It is surprising that such a long story resides within a simple bowl of noodles you might slurp without a second thought. Please come and enjoy the story itself in Ayakawa, the very heart of Udon Prefecture.
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