Take a step into the village and you will be instantly immersed in the world of the film “Twenty-Four Eyes.” The wooden building of the branch school, fishermen’s homes, and the small back streets in the village all preserve the atmosphere of the nostalgic Showa era.
The film “Twenty-Four Eyes” is based on the novel of the same name written by Sakae Tsuboi, a novelist from Shodoshima island, which is in the Inland Sea of Japan. The manuscripts of the novel “Twenty-Four Eyes” and other works are displayed at the TSUBOI SAKAE memorial museum, allowing you to have a better understanding of the film.
“Twenty-Four Eyes” was first made into a film in 1954 during the golden age of Japanese cinema in which a number of nation’s most influential films were released. You can learn about the masterpieces created during this period at a gallery within the village. Among them, “Twenty-Four Eyes” is one of the most popular and enduring films still talked about decades later.
Shodoshima Island is a popular destination for young people and international tourists where you can enjoy the blessings of nature while discovering the old-time Japan. In addition, the village is full of photogenic spots that you will want to share on social media. Don’t worry if you haven’t seen the film, as it is screened at the movie theater in the village.