高松から小豆島フェリー旅｜エンジェルロード・オリーブ公園、夏の棚田と富丘八幡神社からの絶景に心奪われた

高松から小豆島フェリー旅｜エンジェルロード・オリーブ公園、夏の棚田と富丘八幡神社からの絶景に心奪われた

Hello, fellow travel addicts! Excuse me for showing up
with sweat on my chest. Today I’m taking a ferry
from Takamatsu to Shodoshima Island. It’s my first time here—
so excited I woke up at 5 a.m.! First, let’s go buy my ticket. There are quite a lot of ferries
to Shodoshima Island. I’m taking the 6:25 a.m. first ferry
to Tonosho Port. One-way fare: 700 yen. Here’s the ship I’ll be boarding. Decorated with Shodoshima’s
famous olives. The one carrying that ridiculously
huge backpack—that’s me. Relaxing on the roof, I didn’t notice
boarding had already started. LOL Quick, get on board! I was sure we’d board
from this bridge here. Never thought we’d board
from the stern! (cry) Just made it in time! What a beautiful ship. Let’s explore before departure. It’s early morning—
hardly any passengers. Nice view! They even have seats
just for women! There’s a shop for snacks
and souvenirs. Let’s step out on the deck. Olives everywhere on this ship! By the way, about 90% of Japan’s
olives are grown on Shodoshima Island. Someone’s peeking over there!
Cute… Probably tripped, huh? LOL Still, amazing how neatly
they load the vehicles. Truck drivers must be used to this. But even casual drivers
need serious skills here. This loading always reminds me
of that sliding puzzle. Seeing the cars fit perfectly
with no gaps is so satisfying. I can’t help but watch,
even if I get drenched in sweat. Well then—goodbye Takamatsu,
until we meet again. Thanks for all the tasty udon! One hour by ferry to Shodoshima. Mid-July, 6:30 a.m.—
already 30°C (86°F). I’m the only one sweating it out
on the deck. LOL Better stay inside
with the air conditioning… Ahhh—cool and comfy. Isn’t summer way too hot lately? I used to handle the heat outside,
but now? No way. Feels like I sweat 120 times more
than I did as a kid. (my stats) Thinking about sweat,
and suddenly—we’re at Tonosho Port. Thank you, Olive Line! First thing you see after landing. A monument of olive leaves—
definitely the Olive Island. It’s by a Korean artist,
made for the Setouchi Triennale. Before sightseeing,
I’ll drop this massive bag at my hotel. Here’s where I’m staying tonight. Built in 1980—old, but just
8 seconds’ walk from the port! They let me leave my luggage. I’ll ride the bus all day,
so I’m getting a day pass. Too early—ticket office isn’t open. Oh, I can buy it on the app! Want to start sightseeing fast,
so I’ll buy it online. Ugh—account registration required?!
I hate this! Log in, log in—everything needs it!
Welcome to login hell. Wish we could go back
to a no-login era. Anyway, e-ticket purchased. So… which bus should I take? I have no idea how to read this. Which one am I supposed to take? Seriously, I have no clue
which bus to ride. Was I always this bad
at reading timetables? LOL So many destinations listed! I don’t even know the place names,
so I can’t tell where to look. And there’s both eastbound
and westbound for the same place?! Gaaah! Which bus do I take?! One hour stuck at the port,
still fighting the timetable. I’ve got an idea! What if I check on Google Maps? Oh—it shows up! Wow—this is so easy to understand. It even says which bus line to take. And the arrival times for each stop! Google Maps is the best! Honestly, it looked like
a savior to me. Alright—let’s go! It’s raining, but who cares. Plan: go to the far end of the island,
then sightsee while heading back. One hour to the Twenty-Four Eyes
Movie Village. Enjoying the island’s beautiful views
along the way. …Though I can’t see much in this rain. LOL Arrived! Thanks, green Olive Bus. When the rain started, staff kindly
lent me an umbrella. People here are so kind. The streets have a faint Showa-era feel. Old-fashioned wooden buildings. I bet you can still find this signboard
in rural areas. Tourists like me touch anything
they can. This is where the classic film
“Twenty-Four Eyes” was shot. An eternal masterpiece
in Japanese cinema. A tearjerker you can’t watch
without crying. “Alright, let’s take attendance.
Okada Isokichi-kun.” Such a Showa-era name—
none of those modern “sparkly” names here. Honestly, I’ve never seen the movie
or read the novel. LOL So the film set doesn’t really
click with me. But wow—the novel’s been translated
into English, Chinese, Korean, and more. Guess it really is a masterpiece. Maybe I should read it someday. “Alright—I’m gonna read it!” Now, let’s take the bus
to the next spot. A bus stop made from the giant barrels
used to brew Shodoshima’s soy sauce. Big enough for a person
to stand inside. I was thinking, “What a lovely stop!”
but then— I realized something shocking. The next bus isn’t for
another hour and a half… It’s pouring rain—too far to walk. I thought buses came more often. A stop with only one bus
every 2.5 hours… my first time. Guess this is “island time.” I’m getting cold—inside and out. There’s a boat to town,
but it’s canceled today. Bad luck. Rain seeps through my mesh shoes—
my toes are freezing. LOL Maybe a tour bus hitting
all the sights would’ve been smarter. An hour and a half later… Arrived at Olive Park! Here you can learn how olives
came to Japan. Olive cultivation began in 1908. With its mild climate,
Shodoshima succeeded in growing them. Today, about 90% of Japan’s olives
come from here. Honestly, it’s my first time
seeing an olive tree. So this is what the fruit looks like. This is also a filming spot
for the live-action “Kiki’s Delivery Service.” Pretending to be Kiki on a broom
is a big trend. You can borrow a broom for free. If you’re lucky,
you can get a shot like this. People line up just for that one photo. For Instagram, even the rain
doesn’t matter! Am I gonna try it? No way—I’m too shy to jump
in front of all these people. Let’s have lunch at a restaurant
with a great view. The sea right in front of me—
perfect view (and rain). A dish called “Chilindrón”—
first time I’ve heard it. It’s from the Aragón region of Spain. Even has olives in it. I can’t even imagine the taste—
first time trying it. Oh—delicious! How to describe it…
a gentle tomato-based flavor. Goes great with rice—
I can eat endlessly. But hey—you’re soaking wet! How’d you stroll into this fancy place
dripping like that? LOL Shame on you! By the way—how do people eat
leafy salads like this? Easy with chopsticks,
but a fork never pierces them. Teach me, Western folks. There’s even olive cider here! Only 1% juice. Oh—lots of cute postcards! I like this one. Dessert: olive-flavored
soft serve ice cream. So… how is it? Hmm… not great. Don’t suck on soft serve, you fool! If you asked “Would you eat it again?”
I’d say “No.” In the end, vanilla’s the best. A top spot on Shodoshima—
Angel Road. A sand path that appears twice a day
only at low tide. They say if you cross with someone,
your wish comes true. Let’s go see it—so excited! Heavy rain. High tide. Where’s my Angel Road…? Even an angel would be shocked
by this water flow. LOL Lesson learned: check bus
and tide times in advance. Let’s view Angel Road from above. Ah, I can just barely see it. Frustrated, I’ll just ring the bell
and go back. It’s been a day—
sightseeing is over. Let’s see what the room is like. Ohhh—looks great! A fluffy futon on tatami. This is exactly what I like. They brought my luggage in
and even turned on the A/C. The lady owner was pure kindness. Ornaments with years of history. A “pro” touch—letting the stains
look like a sunset. Bathroom and toilet are separate. The view from the window is amazing. Man, I’m exhausted today. That 1.5-hour bus stop wait killed me. No energy to go out for dinner. No restaurants nearby anyway. So I’ll grab dinner from a
convenience store a minute away. Frozen food these days is so good. Tonight’s menu: okonomiyaki
and yakitori (sauce). With beer and tea—
all for 1,000 yen. To everyone lying down watching YouTube—
cheers! Beer on a trip tastes 100 times better
than at home. (my stats) Frozen food these days is so good. On a trip, everything you eat
feels like a feast. A bite of yakitori,
washed down with beer. Pure happiness. Even frozen, the sauce aroma is legit. Now I’m craving Hiroshima okonomiyaki. (He claps when truly satisfied.) (He gets sleepy as soon as he’s full.) What’s wrong? The camera’s rolling. He’s not moving at all! Is he… dead? Ah—still alive! Ah—still alive! A postcard from me to myself. I learned this by trying it—
it’s surprisingly fun. After a trip, you check your mailbox. And there it is—a postcard,
sent by… me. At night, I smile to myself
remembering the trip. Good morning, Shodoshima! Forecast says clear skies today. Renting a scooter to tour the island. This is my partner. A Yamaha “JOG,” 50cc. Dobuchi Strait—recognized by Guinness
as the “world’s narrowest.” Only 9.93 meters wide. Honestly, it just looks like a river. Strolling around, I found
something interesting. You can get a Strait Crossing Certificate
(for a fee). So here I am at the town hall. 100 yen for the certificate,
200 with a mount. Nice—tickles that collector’s heart
and boosts tax revenue. That’s what a good mayor does. From the serial numbers,
that’s at least 30 million yen. Well played, mayor! Right next to Dobuchi Strait—
a “Maze Town.” Indeed, the streets twist and turn
like a maze. Feels like I’m going in circles
on the same streets. Apparently designed this way
to protect from pirates. Came across a street
with beautiful walls. Wow—feels like I’m in Kyoto. A postcard-perfect view. Found a Pokémon manhole cover! Let’s get a view from up high. A splendid vermillion three-tier pagoda. Is that Shikoku in the distance? “Town of Yokai” (spirits/monsters). Suddenly the air feels colder here… Feels like someone’s been watching me. A yokai points and says “This way!”
I follow nervously… Locked. Couldn’t get in. LOL Chokeshita Tower (literally, “Erased” Tower) Write what you want erased on a plaque—
a yokai will wipe it away. “Erase eating too much.” “Erase gambling, smoking, booze, women.” Got a yokai postcard! Scooter rental was the right call—
I can go anywhere. Tomioka Hachiman Shrine
at the top of a hill. Praying for safe travels. After praying, I turn around—
and there’s the Seto Inland Sea. Honestly, the best view on Shodoshima. Even I, not easily moved by views,
was captivated. On the right—the Angel Road
I couldn’t cross yesterday. Oh—people are crossing! Let me say it again—
this place is amazing! Tried to take a thumbnail photo—
of course, it’s blurry. LOL Yep, that’s my life. Blue sky, blue sea—
feels incredible. With a scooter, I can reach every corner. Now at the island’s easternmost point. Another sand path appears here
at low tide. They call it the “Other Angel Road.” It’s private land, but the owner
generously keeps it open. Unlike the main Angel Road,
this one’s a tough path. Wow—it’s beautiful. Hardly any tourists here. Just two fishermen—almost all mine. Can I cross? The angel still isn’t smiling at me today. See? Told you—check the tide times. The rich aroma of soy sauce
fills the air. Makes you want to take a deep breath. Black walls are colored by
soy sauce yeast over time. Even the bus stop sign is dark. You can see where someone
stretched to wipe the mirror. LOL White walls turned black—
but it feels full of history. Wouldn’t want my house like that. LOL Japan’s largest owner of wooden barrels
for soy sauce. Rows of giant barrels! You can smell the brewing inside. Fan switch—on! Hmm… not great. A truly brewing smell—
hard to describe. LOL I’ve had enough. Time to learn how soy sauce is made. Entry fee: 500 yen. Includes soy sauce and a gift coupon. Sweating buckets. LOL I see now—it’s tough work. A wooden barrel used in brewing. The model shows how huge it is. But seeing barrels brings back
yesterday’s bad memories. Products made by this company, all lined up. Soy sauce rice crackers—
looks good, I’ll buy one. Soy sauce soft serve. Vanilla sweetness with a hint of
salty soy sauce. Kind of like caramel flavor. If asked “Want it again?”—I’d say no. In the end, vanilla’s the best. Climbing a mountain now! Pretty tough for a 50cc scooter. Engine’s groaning—hang in there
until the top! Should’ve rented a 125cc instead. Altitude 612m—finally cool up here. Amazing view, and the breeze is so nice. You can also reach here
by ropeway. Going to visit my mountain friends. 450 yen. Shoe disinfection for flu prevention. Hello, my friends! Everyone’s just relaxing. Apparently, never make eye contact
with monkeys. If you stare, they’ll see you as an enemy
and attack. Rules: don’t fear, don’t touch,
don’t peek, don’t run, don’t shout. Am I even allowed to walk here?
Feels risky. Feels like they might all jump on me. Right now, this is how my eyes see them. If I bump shoulders,
who knows what will happen. Staff says, “It’s fine to sit,” but still… Would you have the courage to sit here? I sat down, carefully, so as not to provoke. Whoa! A big one’s coming!
Should I greet it? Felt a presence—turned around… It’s right behind me! Hey—don’t yell!
You’ll upset the boss! That arm is thick… He took over my bench—
but I did enter his turf. Turns out, that thick-armed male
is the No. 2 boss. No. 1 boss is probably deeper
in the mountains. A young boss—tail up, round face,
handsome. His name is… Probably a real good-looking monkey—
just guessing. Boss Danjuro, No. 1 never showed up. Not someone I can meet so easily. Feeding experience—100 yen. It’s getting wild here! LOL I feel like I’ve made monkey friends. In winter, “monkey dumplings”
(huddling together) are famous. Maybe I’ll visit Danjuro in winter too. Now visiting beautiful rice terraces—
one of Japan’s Top 100. Fields ripple along the slopes
at 200m elevation. Around 800 paddies in total. Such a beautiful green gradation. Swaying rice stalks and calm BGM—
looks so cool, right? But in reality, 35°C (95°F),
no shade, blazing sun! I can feel my arms and neck burning. Once again—Japanese summers
are deadly hot. From a full day of riding,
here’s my travel tip: Wear long sleeves for sun protection—
or die. Suddenly craving fish. Maybe sunburn makes me want fish
more than meat? Beer for hydration! Looking for a uniquely
Shodoshima snack. Found it—olive salt potato chips! I expected just Setouchi sea salt—
but nope, straight-up Shodoshima olive salt! Returned the scooter—4,000 yen a day. Solo party time! Seared bonito. Marinated horse mackerel. To everyone who hit the like button—
cheers! Not sure if it’s local fish,
but it’s delicious! Ahh… happiness. Vinegar is great for a tired body—
probably. One bite, then wash it down with beer. This is adult bliss. Whoever first ate shiso—genius. Thanks to them, I can enjoy
fish so refreshingly. When it’s really good,
he claps without thinking. Oh—delicious! Soy sauce soft serve was meh,
but this is a winner. Huh? Weird tan lines. LOL Hands tanned from gripping
the scooter handles. Arms look like this. What an embarrassing tan. LOL Better than olive soft serve—
by far. Love the long pull cord for the light. Little touches like this
make a hotel memorable. Good morning, Shodoshima. I really had a great time here. So many sights I want to revisit. Sadly, I couldn’t cross
either Angel Road. I’ll save that for next time. From here, I’m taking a ferry to Himeji. Four postcards to myself—(no friends). Thank you, Shodoshima! Next—off to explore Himeji.

小豆島フェリーで渡る、癒しの島旅 ひとり旅

香川県高松から小豆島へフェリーで渡り、島の美しい自然と絶景を堪能！
7月中旬、真夏の暑さに汗だくになりながらも、エンジェルロードやオリーブ公園、魔女の宅急便キキの撮影地など、数々の名所を巡り、心癒されるスポットでひと息ついてきました。

特に富丘八幡神社からの景色、夏の棚田の風景には心が癒され、まるで時間がゆっくり流れているような感覚に包まれました。息を呑むほどの美しさに、自然の力強さと穏やかさを感じ、心が深くリフレッシュされました。死ぬほど暑かったけどね…　

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⏱️ タイムテーブル
00:00 高松からフェリーに乗って小豆島へ
05:00 小豆島の港に到着　（土庄港）
10:10 二十四の瞳映画村
14:20 オリーブ公園
19:14 エンジェルロード
20:47 宿にチェックイン (ひとみ荘）
25:28 2日目の朝
26:00 土渕海峡
30:11 富丘八幡神社
31:49 裏エンジェルロード
33:37 マルキン醤油
37:25 寒霞渓
38:08 お猿の国
42:32 棚田

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寒霞渓
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