Olive Jinja, Shodoshima
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Olive Jinja is a Greek-style Shinto shrine on the island of Shōdoshima in the Inland Sea, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan. Constructed in 1973 and standing amidst a grove of olives - a thriving industry on the island - the shrine takes the form of a replica Greek temple, with stylobate, Doric columns, entablature with triglyphs, and bronze pedimental reliefs. There is an annual festival with Greek themes. The shrine is located within Setonaikai National Park. ()
Established: 1973 (51 years ago)Coordinates: 34°30'35"N, 134°19'34"E
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Shodoshima
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Day trips
Olive Jinja – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Kankakei Ropeway, Shōzu District, Kankakei, Shōdoshima.