When you walk or ride the hills that frame this island, it is like riding a silent dragon's back. The island is filled with life, but only if you calm down to the rhythms of nature. Listen to the wind whistling through trees, or smell the lemons distilling the sunshine above. The same island sustains the rice and strawberry fields that feed us.
Once you have taken nature in, energized by the sea breeze and fresh air, it's time to enjoy natures blessings in one of the many cafes that dot the coastline.
While Shima Kitchen (open on weekends only) can be fully booked there are plenty of other cafes to rest and reflect. The Teshima Museum Cafe is a modern yet unique space, while the Courtyard Cafe is more a gallery then a place to have a hearty lunch.
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