Shodoshima Island
Kagawa's largest island — olive groves, Angel Road tidal sandbar, soy sauce breweries and sesame oil production. Often called Japan's Greece for its Mediterranean microclimate.
Full day
Free to explore island; ferry from Takamatsu ¥700 one way (approx. 60 min)
Ferry from Takamatsu (60 min), Himeji (70 min), or Okayama (70 min); island bus and rental scooter
Year-round (tidal sandbar timing variable)
Ferry from Takamatsu, 60 min; car ferry also available
Location
Why Visit
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Angel Road sandbar appears at low tide — couples walk together to the islet for good luck
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Marukin Soy Sauce factory gives tours showing 100-year barrel fermentation
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Olive Park has a replica Greek windmill and the world's only olive hot spring bath
Local Tips
Japan's second-largest island in the Seto Inland Sea — olive cultivation (Japanisland's main producer), soy sauce brewing (Yamasa and Marukin), and Angel Road (a sandbar that appears at low tide) define the island. The Setouchi Art Festival installations are scattered across the island. Rent a scooter for the full island circuit (75km). The Kankakei Ropeway in autumn foliage is outstanding.
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