Experience the 'World's Warmest' Gelato in Sumoto, Hyogo, Japan!

📍 Awaji Island Ice Cream, Awaji Island Sumoto Store Located right next to Ohama Beach in Sumoto, Awaji Island, "Awaji Island Ice Cream" is easy to spot with its charming penguin curtain at the entrance that will surely bring a smile to your face. 🐧 Their handmade gelato is crafted using local ingredients, with a rich milk base called "Awaji Island Milk." Flavors include Salt Truffle, Salt Lemon, and seasonal specialties like Onion, Matcha Cheese, and Naruto Kintoki (sweet potato). Each flavor highlights the unique produce of the island. 🥄 A must-try is the double scoop featuring the milk flavor made from locally sourced Awaji Island milk and the rare onion flavor. The onion gelato offers a surprising new taste sensation, reminiscent of chilled potage soup—it's addictively delicious! 🧅 Enjoying gelato while gazing at the ocean is a refreshing experience that will melt away your travel fatigue. Note that the showcase is relatively small, so popular flavors may sell out by late morning or early afternoon. 📍 Address: 1-1-40 Honmachi, Sumoto City (3-minute walk from Ohama Beach) 🕙 Hours: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (with holiday adjustments) 🍨 Price: Double scoop around 480 yen, Kids single scoop around 250 yen 🚗 Parking: 2 spaces available + temporary parking nearby