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About 6 hours
JR Onomichi Station - A Pier in front of Onomichi Station - Setoda Port - Setoda-cho Tourist Information Center - Ikuo Hirayama Museum of Art - Kosanji Temple - Kojoji Temple - Setoda Sunset Beach - Tatara Bridge - Komyobo Temple - Ikuchi Bridge - Setoda Tourist Information Center - Setoda Port - JR Onomichi Station
2 minutes on foot
Enjoy the cruise in Seto Inland Sea from Onomichi Port. As the sea is usually calm, the ship is free from swinging.
High-speed ship to Setoda : about 40 minutes
https://s-cruise.jp/timetable-eng/
At the entrance of Ikuchijima Island, Setoda Port. Enjoy walking through the shopping street to the Tourist Information Center.
10 minutes on foot
Start cycling after renting your bicycle at the tourist information center! The rental fee is 1,100 yen per day. A 1,100 yen deposit is also required and will be returned unless you drop off the bicycle at a terminal on a different island.
https://shimanami-cycle.or.jp/go-shimanami/
In front of Setoda Tourist Information Center
He was born on Ikuchijima Island. He is a master artist and you can enjoy the sensitive touch of his works that attract viewers from all around.
http://hirayama-museum.or.jp/en.html
Beside
Kosanji Temple is a temple that was built to show the founder's gratitude to his mother. Various structures resembling some of Japan's finest architectural monuments were modeled from to build this temple. The gorgeous building and the amazing "Miraishin no Oka" ("Hill of Hope") which are made of marble are the things you must see here.
https://www.kousanji.or.jp/english/
about 10 minutes
The Three Storied Pagoda that was built in 1432 is a symbol of Ikuchijima Island. The scenery seen from this building is also recommended.
about 15 minutes
This is a beach where one can see spectacular sunsets. It is always crowded with people who come to enjoy swimming in summer.
about 10 minutes
This is one of the world's longest suspension bridges, and is a symbol of the Shimanami Sea Route. The beautiful form which features a bird expanding its wings is different from other bridges.
about 20 minutes
This temple has many intriguing things to see including a huge Juniperus Chinensis tree whose age is 650 years, and stone pagodas that are identified as important cultural properties.
about 15 minutes
When this bridge comes into sight, you are nearing your goal!
about 30 minutes
You have reached your goal!! After returning your bicycle, enjoy Setoda's fresh fish and other delicious seafood, and check out the shopping.
about 10 minutes
High-speed boat to Onomichi : about 40 minutes
https://s-cruise.jp/timetable-eng/
"Kounejima Island" which is located next to Setoda Island is the original place of the "Koune Mikan". This fruit is recognized as a high grade brand. You can ride your bicycle taking in the scent of the oranges.
