Grandfather's

Top choice in Kagawa Prefecture


The scene here is so smooth you'll fall off your seat as the bookish owner plays vintage '60s, '70s and '80s funk and soul from his enormous collection of more than 7000 records and CDs. This cool, dark, downstairs place is a pleasant escape. It's our top pick, but if you're averse to smoke, get there and away early in the evening.


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