Azumi Setoda is located at the midpoint of the Shimanami Kaido, which is also known as the heart of lemon farming in Japan.
In addition to cycling around the islands, picking lemons, and exploring historical, artistic and cultural sites, guests may also venture out to sea for a sunset cruise or some fishing.
Adventure
Islands of the Seto Inland Sea trekking tour
This is a low mountain trekking tour that climbs Mt. Anjin around 267M near Oyamazumi Shrine in Omishima Island. Oyamazumi Shrine, which is a must-visit spot if you’re going to Omishima, After visit shrine you’ll start walking towards the top.
Guided Cycling Tour with Mitarai Old Town Sightseeing
The “Akinada Tobishima Kaido,” named after the islands in the Seto Inland Sea, which are likened to stepping stones crossing a garden.
Advanced guided bicycle rental tour Tatara BridgeーOyamazumi Shrine Visit Course （Round trip 28km）
Join us on a guided tour of the Shimanami Kaido, famous among cyclists from all over the world. Departing from Azumi, the destination is the ‘Oyamazumi Shrine’. The route climbs up the Lemon Valley, famous for lemon cultivation, and then crosses the Tatara Bridge, the longest cable-stayed bridge in Japan. The route to Oyamazumi Shrine is hilly and is therefore recommended for those who are physically fit.
Lemon Harvest Cycling Tour
Why don’t you join a lemon harvesting cycling tour that visits Koune Island on the opposite shore of the Azumi?
Onomichi-Tatara Bridge-setoda Cycling Tour(One-way 50km)
The Shimanami Kaido very popular amoung cyclists and attracts fans from all over the world.
Fishing experience from the breakwater in Innoshima island
Fishing experience at the breakwater in Innoshima island. Aim for small fish hiding around the breakwater! We recommend it for those who are a little nervous about boat fishing or those who want to enjoy fishing casually.
Onomichi – Setoda cycling tour(One-way30km)
The Shimanami Kaido is a 60km long cycling route from Onomichi to Imabari. The tour will take you from Onomichi to Setoda, which is half of the Shimanami Kaido, at a leisurely pace with the help of a guide.
Charter cruise in Onomichi
This is a special activity that includes a meal on a chartered cruise in Onomichi. Passing through four bridges connecting the Seto Inland Sea, you will enjoy a course that weaves its way between islands.
Setoda – Tatara Bridge Cycling Tour (Round-trip 17km)
Private guide will show around the Shimanami cycling road which is very popular amoung cyclists and attracts fans from all over the world.
For beginners, the guide will take the guests to Omishima island through sunset beach and lemon valley.
Catamaran Yacht Sailing
Let’s enjoy the Seto Inland Sea freely. Join us on a catamaran yacht built by Captain Sam, who moved to Yumeshima from New Zealand, and explore the Seto Inland Sea and its islands together.
Bicycle Rental
Azumi offers bicycles rental such as road bikes and electric bikes. Please contact Guest assistance for cycling road maps nearby. Bikes are limited in number; therefore, it is highly recommended to book in advance.
Kayaking Tour in a desert Island at Seto-Isalnd Sea
Go kayaking to uninhabited islands where there are no regular shipping services and no ferry boats, then go ashore and enjoy a relaxing time in a reserved state.
Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) at Seto inland sea
You may experience one of the popular marine sports, Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) at Seto inland sea.
Boat Fishing
The boat captain will demonstrate how to enjoy fishing using various tools which are prepared, so beginners can also enjoy this activity.
Sunset Cruise
A relaxing sunset cruise tour with only one flight per day. The view of the Seto Inland Sea from the sea and lemon groves spreading across the islands. You can enjoy the sunset at the end of the tour while cruising around the ruins of Murakami Suigun’s castle and visiting spots where the whirlpools flow slowly.
Culture
Takehara Cultural Experience Tour
This activity is a private tour that offers a cultural experience to learn about the charms of Takehara.
YanByaa
Despite being semi-custom, each piece is handcrafted by active artisans involved with high-end brands, just like fully custom-made items.
The Life Time Made Denim
This activity offers a special experience where you can not only learn about the manufacturing process of Fukuyama denim but also create your own unique garment while directly interacting with world-class sewing artisans.
Picnic at the lemon field
Picnic on a small hill in a lemon field. You can spend a relaxing and luxurious time in the lemon filed in the mountains where no one really exists. Please enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Setouchi islands.
Lemon Harvest Cycling Tour
Why don’t you join a lemon harvesting cycling tour that visits Koune Island on the opposite shore of the Azumi?
Art Base Momoshima Private Tour
Art Base Momoshima is an art center located in a remote island Momoshima in Onomichi, Setouchi Inland Sea that aims to explore the artistic potential and utilize the heritage of the island that suffers from depopulation.
Lemon harvest experience
Visiting the fields, an organic farmer in Setoda has been growing healthy lemons for over 30 years without using preservatives, waxes, pesticides, chemical fertilizers, or herbicides.
Visit Oyamazumi Shrine & Winery Tour
This is a half-day tour to explore Omishima Island next to Setoda.We will aim for Oyamazumi Shrine located in the center of Omishima. Oyamazumi Shrine is dedicated to the god of the mountains as well as the god of the ocean.
OVERVIEW COFFEE Workshop
OVERVIEWCOFFEE, a specialty coffee roastery, was launched with the mission of rethinking coffee cultivation methods and contributing to soil regeneration and solving climate change issues. This workshop will be held at the Setoda Roasting Station, their base, to enrich the time spent with coffee.
Setoda Cultural Walking Tour
A walking tour that touches on the culture of Setouchi through Setoda while touching on the historical background of Setoda, the Irihama-style salt industry unique to Setouchi, and the process of town formation as a port of call for ships.
Experience Miyajima Culture With Your Heart And Mind Via “deep Miyajima”
A special private tour limited to one group per day, presented by Daisho-in, the oldest Esoteric Buddhism temple in Miyajima.
Dining
Wellness
1 Day Tour To Enjoy Private Sauna On A Remote Kosagi Island
Enjoy a relaxing experience in an authentic Estonian sauna and enjoy a relaxing BBQ on the island while looking out at the Seto Inland Sea from Kosagijima.
Treatment
At our hotel, we have prepared a special time for our guests to soothe away the fatigue of their trip.
Private Yoga Lesson
Private Simple Yoga Lesson is held in the early morning at Azumaya, the pavilion built with the warmth of wood.
Zen Meditation Experience at Kojyo-ji Temple
7 minutes’ walk from Azumi. Please be advised that the walk includes climbing a set of stairs.
