Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into a glowing workshop where master swordsmiths bring ancient blades to life
Setouchi city, Okayama
Unwind and disconnect along the Seto Inland Sea at a hidden luxury resort
Setouchi city, Okayama
Savor slow moments as the sun sets over a sea of drifting oyster rafts.
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into the home of Yumeji Takehisa, a master artist of European–Japanese fusion in the early 20th century
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into a glowing workshop where master swordsmiths bring ancient blades to life
Setouchi city, Okayama
Unwind and disconnect along the Seto Inland Sea at a hidden luxury resort
Setouchi city, Okayama
Savor slow moments as the sun sets over a sea of drifting oyster rafts.
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into the home of Yumeji Takehisa, a master artist of European–Japanese fusion in the early 20th century
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into a glowing workshop where master swordsmiths bring ancient blades to life
Setouchi city, Okayama
Unwind and disconnect along the Seto Inland Sea at a hidden luxury resort
Setouchi city, Okayama
Savor slow moments as the sun sets over a sea of drifting oyster rafts.
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into the home of Yumeji Takehisa, a master artist of European–Japanese fusion in the early 20th century
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into a glowing workshop where master swordsmiths bring ancient blades to life
Setouchi city, Okayama
Unwind and disconnect along the Seto Inland Sea at a hidden luxury resort
Setouchi city, Okayama
Savor slow moments as the sun sets over a sea of drifting oyster rafts.
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into the home of Yumeji Takehisa, a master artist of European–Japanese fusion in the early 20th century
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into a glowing workshop where master swordsmiths bring ancient blades to life
Setouchi city, Okayama
Unwind and disconnect along the Seto Inland Sea at a hidden luxury resort
Setouchi city, Okayama
Savor slow moments as the sun sets over a sea of drifting oyster rafts.
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into the home of Yumeji Takehisa, a master artist of European–Japanese fusion in the early 20th century
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into a glowing workshop where master swordsmiths bring ancient blades to life
Setouchi city, Okayama
Unwind and disconnect along the Seto Inland Sea at a hidden luxury resort
Setouchi city, Okayama
Savor slow moments as the sun sets over a sea of drifting oyster rafts.
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into the home of Yumeji Takehisa, a master artist of European–Japanese fusion in the early 20th century
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into a glowing workshop where master swordsmiths bring ancient blades to life
Setouchi city, Okayama
Unwind and disconnect along the Seto Inland Sea at a hidden luxury resort
Setouchi city, Okayama
Savor slow moments as the sun sets over a sea of drifting oyster rafts.
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into the home of Yumeji Takehisa, a master artist of European–Japanese fusion in the early 20th century
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into a glowing workshop where master swordsmiths bring ancient blades to life
Setouchi city, Okayama
Unwind and disconnect along the Seto Inland Sea at a hidden luxury resort
Setouchi city, Okayama
Savor slow moments as the sun sets over a sea of drifting oyster rafts.
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into the home of Yumeji Takehisa, a master artist of European–Japanese fusion in the early 20th century
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into a glowing workshop where master swordsmiths bring ancient blades to life
Setouchi city, Okayama
Unwind and disconnect along the Seto Inland Sea at a hidden luxury resort
Setouchi city, Okayama
Savor slow moments as the sun sets over a sea of drifting oyster rafts.
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into the home of Yumeji Takehisa, a master artist of European–Japanese fusion in the early 20th century
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into a glowing workshop where master swordsmiths bring ancient blades to life
Setouchi city, Okayama
Unwind and disconnect along the Seto Inland Sea at a hidden luxury resort
Setouchi city, Okayama
Savor slow moments as the sun sets over a sea of drifting oyster rafts.
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into the home of Yumeji Takehisa, a master artist of European–Japanese fusion in the early 20th century
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into a glowing workshop where master swordsmiths bring ancient blades to life
Setouchi city, Okayama
Unwind and disconnect along the Seto Inland Sea at a hidden luxury resort
Setouchi city, Okayama
Savor slow moments as the sun sets over a sea of drifting oyster rafts.
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into the home of Yumeji Takehisa, a master artist of European–Japanese fusion in the early 20th century
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into a glowing workshop where master swordsmiths bring ancient blades to life
Setouchi city, Okayama
Unwind and disconnect along the Seto Inland Sea at a hidden luxury resort
Setouchi city, Okayama
Savor slow moments as the sun sets over a sea of drifting oyster rafts.
Setouchi city, Okayama
Step into the home of Yumeji Takehisa, a master artist of European–Japanese fusion in the early 20th century
three ways to feel Setouchi city:
Osafune, Oku, Ushimado
three ways to feel
Setouchi city:
Osafune, Oku, Ushimado
A city divided into 3 distinct regions where you can see real samurai swords, taste olive ice cream, visit Japan’s biggest snack shop, and relax by the sea — all in a single day
Top 5 things to do in Setouchi
Top 5 things to do in Setouchi
Top 5 things to do in Setouchi
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Watch a live sword-cutting performance by a Samurai
Experience the precision of a real sword master in samurai armor.
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A mysterious hidden path emerges from the sea
If your timing is good, you can walk this natural path leading to a small island at low tide.
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Take in the glow of sunsets over Japan's "Aegean" Sea
The sea is a deep, crisp blue in winter and turns into a bright shade of emerald in summer.
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Witness a Japanese sword crafted right in front of you
Highly skilled sword makers create modern sword every day at our Sword Museum.
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Get lost in Japan's biggest snack shop
Get your Japanese snacks fix at the nation-wide famous ‘dagashiya’ shop.
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Watch a live sword-cutting performance by a Samurai
Experience the precision of a real sword master in samurai armor.
Get details
A mysterious hidden path emerges from the sea
If your timing is good, you can walk this natural path leading to a small island at low tide.
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Take in the glow of sunsets over Japan's "Aegean" Sea
The sea is a deep, crisp blue in winter and turns into a bright shade of emerald in summer.
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Witness a Japanese sword crafted right in front of you
Highly skilled sword makers create modern sword every day at our Sword Museum.
Get details
Get lost in Japan's biggest snack shop
Get your Japanese snacks fix at the nation-wide famous ‘dagashiya’ shop.
View details
Watch a live sword-cutting performance by a Samurai
Experience the precision of a real sword master in samurai armor.
View details
A mysterious hidden path emerges from the sea
If your timing is good, you can walk this natural path leading to a small island at low tide.
View details
Take in the glow of sunsets over Japan's "Aegean" Sea
The sea is a deep, crisp blue in winter and turns into a bright shade of emerald in summer.
Get details
Witness a Japanese sword crafted right in front of you
Highly skilled sword makers create modern sword every day at our Sword Museum.
Get details
Get lost in Japan's biggest snack shop
Get your Japanese snacks fix at the nation-wide famous ‘dagashiya’ shop.
Explore setouchi by category
Explore setouchi by category
Explore setouchi by category
90 minutes from Osaka
Three worlds in one city
Osafune
Oku
Ushimado
Osafune
Ushimado
Oku
Land of legendary Japanese swords
Blades are still born from fire in one of the most famous sword-producing regions in Japan: Osafune. This area is home to the legendary “Sanchomo” blade. Witness highly-skilled swordsmiths forge a blade right in front of you!
90 minutes from Osaka
Three worlds, one city
Osafune
Oku
Ushimado
Osafune
Ushimado
Oku
Land of legendary Japanese swords
Blades are still born from fire in one of the most famous sword-producing regions in Japan: Osafune. This area is home to the legendary “Sanchomo” blade. Witness highly-skilled swordsmiths forge a blade right in front of you!
90 minutes from Osaka
Three worlds in one city
Osafune
Oku
Ushimado
Osafune
Ushimado
Oku
Land of legendary Japanese swords
Blades are still born from fire in one of the most famous sword-producing regions in Japan: Osafune. This area is home to the legendary “Sanchomo” blade. Witness highly-skilled swordsmiths forge a blade right in front of you!
Our top food picks for fall
Our top food picks for fall
Our top food picks for fall
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Hotel Limani Restaurant Limited Special Fall Menu!
Savor the finest seasonal ingredients from Ushimado, crafted with care by the chef.
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Okayama Grapes - Pione, Shine Muscat and more
Love grapes? Look for the famous regional Shine Muscat at any local supermarket!
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The Perfect Blend: Matcha and the Colors of Fall
Try a fluffy pancake topped with matcha tiramisu from Café Ease’s irresistible fall menu!
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Hotel Limani Restaurant Limited Special Fall Menu!
Savor the finest seasonal ingredients from Ushimado, crafted with care by the chef.
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Okayama Grapes - Pione, Shine Muscat and more
Love grapes? Look for the famous regional Shine Muscat at any local supermarket!
View details
The Perfect Blend: Matcha and the Colors of Fall
Try a fluffy pancake topped with matcha tiramisu from Café Ease’s irresistible fall menu!
View details
Hotel Limani Restaurant Limited Special Fall Menu!
Savor the finest seasonal ingredients from Ushimado, crafted with care by the chef.
View details
Okayama Grapes - Pione, Shine Muscat and more
Love grapes? Look for the famous regional Shine Muscat at any local supermarket!
View details
The Perfect Blend: Matcha and the Colors of Fall
Try a fluffy pancake topped with matcha tiramisu from Café Ease’s irresistible fall menu!
Exciting current events
Exciting current events
Exciting current events
OCT 01 - NOV 24
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Blade Aid: The Funassyi Sword Exhibition
Introducing our special exhibition at the Bizen Osafune Japanese Sword Museum.
OCT 23 - DEC 14
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Treasures of Beauty: S&K Art Collection
Setouchi City Art Museum exhibition from the S&K Art Collection.
OCT 9 - DEC 12
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Late Autumn Nights
Takehisa Yumeji Birthplace Memorial Museum & Shōnen Sansō Exhibition.
OCT 01 - NOV 24
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Blade Aid: The Funassyi Sword Exhibition
Introducing our special exhibition at the Bizen Osafune Japanese Sword Museum.
OCT 01 - NOV 24
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Blade Aid: The Funassyi Sword Exhibition
Introducing our special exhibition at the Bizen Osafune Japanese Sword Museum.
OCT 23 - DEC 14
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Treasures of Beauty: S&K Art Collection
Introducing Setouchi City Art Museum exhibition from the S&K Art Collection.
OCT 23 - DEC 14
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Treasures of Beauty: S&K Art Collection
Introducing Setouchi City Art Museum exhibition from the S&K Art Collection.
OCT 9 - DEC 12
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Late Autumn Nights
Introducing Takehisa Yumeji Birthplace Memorial Museum & Shōnen Sansō Exhibition.
OCT 9 - DEC 12
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Late Autumn Nights
Introducing Takehisa Yumeji Birthplace Memorial Museum & Shōnen Sansō Exhibition.
Connect with the locals at year round events
Connect with the locals at year round events
Connect with the locals at year round events
Fourth Sunday of the month
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Bizen ‘Fukuoka no Ichi’ Market
Originally located on the opposite bank of the Yoshii ri…
Fourth Sunday of the month
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Bizen ‘Fukuoka no Ichi’ Market
Originally located on the opposite bank of the Yoshii ri…
December
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Tinkerbell Choir Christmas Concert
Every year, the weekend before Christmas, the Tinkerbell Ch…
December
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Tinkerbell Choir Christmas Concert
Every year, the weekend before Christmas, the Tinkerbell Ch…
Second Sunday of the month
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Ushimado Olive Garden Market
Purchase local handmade goods, crafts, and fresh produce while...
Second Sunday of the month
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Ushimado Olive Garden Market
Purchase local handmade goods, crafts, and fresh produce while...
Fourth Sunday of the month
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Bizen ‘Fukuoka no Ichi’ Market
Originally located on the opposite bank of the Yoshii ri…
December
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Tinkerbell Choir Christmas Concert
Every year, the weekend before Christmas, the Tinkerbell Ch…
Second Sunday of the month
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Ushimado Olive Garden Market
Purchase local handmade goods, crafts, and fresh produce while...
wake up in Japan's 'mediterranean'
From seaside luxury seaside resorts to casual guesthouses run by local hosts, Setouchi offers a small but diverse range of stays.
In Ushimado town or Maejima Island, shaped by the sea and history, wake to quiet harbors and the promise of new discoveries by the shore.
wake up in japan's 'mediterranean'
From seaside luxury seaside resorts to casual guesthouses run by local hosts, Setouchi offers a small but diverse range of stays.
In Ushimado town or Maejima Island, shaped by the sea and history, wake to quiet harbors and the promise of new discoveries by the shore.
wake up in Japan's 'mediterranean'
From seaside luxury seaside resorts to casual guesthouses run by local hosts, Setouchi offers a small but diverse range of stays.
In Ushimado town or Maejima Island, shaped by the sea and history, wake to quiet harbors and the promise of new discoveries by the shore.