66 The Top Paper Mill in Japan and the Seto Inland Sea Viewed from Mishima Park

Smoke billowing from the chimneys of Japan’s largest paper mill, a symbol of the development of the city of Shikokuchuo, creates a distinctive landscape that is beautiful both day and night. The entire park has been planted with grass, letting you take in the vast landscapes from the carefully tended lawn of the observatory deck. This park, which soothes visitors with cherry blossoms and azaleas in spring, is an important place for local residents.