Shodoshima Olive Park Michi-no-Eki (Roadside Station)

Overview

Shodoshima Olive Park is an olive-themed park built adjacent to an olive grove where Japan's first successful olive cultivation was achieved in the Meiji era. The park features approximately 2,000 olive trees, creating a lush green landscape. The white-walled, blue-roofed Greek windmill evokes a distinctly Mediterranean atmosphere. The park also boasts an Olive Memorial Museum showcasing the history and culture of olives, a herb garden, olive product shops, and restaurants. The Olive Memorial Museum offers insights into the history of olive cultivation and the olive oil production process. The herb garden allows for a fragrant stroll among various herbs. Shops sell olive oil, olive soap, and other olive products. Restaurants serve olive-based dishes and Mediterranean cuisine. Shodoshima Olive Park offers not only a chance to fully appreciate the charm of olives but also stunning scenery and its fame as a movie filming location. Be sure to visit!