Experiences
Setoda sits at the heart of the Shimanami Kaido, a cycling route that connects Hiroshima and Ehime across a series of island-hopping bridges. It is also one of Japan's most celebrated lemon-growing regions.
The town has been shaped by the sea, the land, and centuries of trade between islands. At Azumi Setoda, we offer experiences that connect you to the culture, nature, and people of these islands.
About the Islands of Shimanami
Each island in the Seto Inland Sea has its own culture and character. One is known for its lemon farms. Another is home to a shrine that has drawn pilgrims for centuries. On another, contemporary art quietly inhabits the landscape. Close to one another, yet each distinctly its own — and each with a way of life that continues today.
The Shimanami Kaido connects these islands along a single road. Cross each bridge, and the scenery shifts, the culture shifts, the people you meet shift. Travelling from island to island, you can take in the many faces of the Seto Inland Sea at your own pace.
Experiences
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Wagashi Making Experience
The confectionery is called “jonamagashi,” which skillfully expresses the beauty of the four seasons, flowers, birds, winds, and the moon using confectionery techniques.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Sunset Cruise
A relaxing sunset cruise tour with only one flight per day.
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Boat Fishing
The boat captain will demonstrate how to enjoy fishing using various tools which are prepared, so beginners can also enjoy this activity.
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Kayak Tour at Seto-Inland 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.
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Bicycle Rental
Azumi offers bicycles rental such as road bikes and electric bikes.
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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.
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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.