Shodoshima Olive Park is a scenic park located on Shodoshima Island in Kagawa Prefecture.
The park is known for its olive trees, sea views, and Mediterranean-style scenery.
Olive trees grow across the hillside, and visitors can walk through open spaces overlooking the Seto Inland Sea. Because of this landscape, the park feels different from many other places in Japan.
Olive Trees and Mediterranean Landscape
Shodoshima is one of the main olive-growing areas in Japan. Olive cultivation started here in 1908, when the Japanese government began experimental planting.
Today, many olive trees grow around the park. As a result, visitors can see wide olive groves across the hillside.
White buildings, windmills, and stone paths create a Mediterranean-style atmosphere. Meanwhile, the sea and islands of the Seto Inland Sea appear in the background.
Because of this combination, the park is a popular place for photos.
The Windmill from “Kiki’s Delivery Service”
One of the most recognizable places in the park is a white windmill on a hill.
This windmill became famous because the park was used as a filming location for the live-action movie “Kiki’s Delivery Service.”
Many visitors take photos here while holding a broom, recreating the flying scene from the movie.
As a result, the windmill area is one of the most photographed places in the park.
Olive Products and Local Food
Shodoshima Olive Park also introduces local olive products.
Visitors can find olive oil, olive cosmetics, and olive-based foods in the shops around the park.
There are also small cafés and restaurants where visitors can try dishes that use olive oil produced on Shodoshima Island.
Access
Shodoshima Olive Park is located on the southern side of Shodoshima Island.
Visitors usually reach Shodoshima by ferry.
Ferry
- Takamatsu Port → Tonosho Port (about 60 minutes by ferry)
From Tonosho Port:
- about 25 minutes by car
- about 40 minutes by bus
The nearest bus stop is Olive Park.
▶ Official Website: Olive Park
Summary
Shodoshima Olive Park combines olive groves, sea views, and open walking spaces.
Visitors can walk among olive trees, see the windmill, and enjoy views of the Seto Inland Sea. Because of its scenery and atmosphere, it is one of the most popular places to visit on Shodoshima Island.
