Shimanami Kaido Pottering—Ikuchi Island, the island of art and lemons

Ikuchi Island, which can be accessed directly from Onomichi by a short cruise, is perfect for a one-day sightseeing trip in Shimanami. Ikuchi Island overflows with the delights of art, such as the Greek resort-like sculpture park and the Island-wide Art Museum, where the whole island is an art museum that blends into the landscape. In fact, it is also famous for its lemons and boasts being Japan’s number one lemon producer. Do not forget to get some lemon cake as a souvenir.

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  • Onomichi Port Terminal

    10:00

  • Setoda Tourist Information Center

    11:00

  • Kosan Temple

    11:31

  • Shiomachi Shopping Alley

    13:00

  • Setoda RV Park at Sunset Beach

    14:45

  • Island-wide Art Museum

    15:30

  • Shimagokoro

    16:30

  

• • Onomichi Port Terminal

    10:00

    15min

    Port

    In front of the Onomichi station sits Setoda port, where boats make eight round trips to Ikuchi Island every day. Enjoy a relaxing 40 minutes on the small cruiser, which holds 20 people.

    Address

    Hiroshima Pref. Onomichishi Higashigoshochou

    • Onomichi Port Terminal

    • Onomichi Port Terminal

  • Car

    45min

  • Setoda Tourist Information Center

    11:00

    30min

    You can't miss the massive fruit landmark outside of the Setoda Tourist Information Center. Located about 10 minutes away from the port, you can rent a bicycle here and tour the city.

    Address

    • Setoda Tourist Information Center

  • Car

    1min

  • Kosan Temple

    11:31

    60min

    This temple memorializes the gratitude former businessperson Kozo Kosan felt for his mother. Known as the "Sunlight of the West," the beauty of this temple is overwhelming in its color palette and ornaments. The garden, known as Miraishin no Oka, is filled with white marble all imported from Italy.

    Address

    33 of the Best Things to Do in Hiroshima

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    • Kosan Temple

    • Kosan Temple

    • Kosan Temple

  • Car

    29min

  • Shiomachi Shopping Alley

    13:00

    60min

    This shopping alley, with about 40 shops nestled together, connects Kosan Temple to Setoda port. One of the more popular shops is Oketsu Meat Shop, famous for their croquette. You'll find it hard to stop eating these freshly baked croquettes. Soothe your throat with a smoothie made from Setoda lemon or other citrus fruits.

    Address

    • Shiomachi Shopping Alley

    • Shiomachi Shopping Alley

    • Shiomachi Shopping Alley

  • Car

    45min

  • Setoda RV Park at Sunset Beach

    14:45

    30min

    Coast / Beach

    After getting your fill, head south toward the beach. Ride along the coastline and let your hair down. Once you get to the white sandy beach, enjoy a quiet moment. You can also take a break at one of several cafes here. If you make a reservation a week prior, you can dine at the local BBQ restaurant.

    Address

    Hiroshima Pref. Onomichishi Setodachoutarumi

    What to Do Along the Shimanami Kaido

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    • Setoda RV Park at Sunset Beach

  • Car

    15min

  • Island-wide Art Museum

    15:30

    30min

    As you walk along the beach here, you'll most likely run into a number of odd objects. This is the work of 17 artists who chose the locations to place their objects and create displays unhindered by place. Just searching for these 17 items is fun. Can you find them all?

    Address

    • Island-wide Art Museum

    • Island-wide Art Museum

    • Island-wide Art Museum

  • Car

    30min

  • Shimagokoro

    16:30

    30min

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    Now, let's head toward a lemon cake shop run by a couple that loves Setoda lemons and aims to share this love with the island's residents. This is the only place you can get fresh lemon cake. We're sure you'll become a super fan of the true flavor and strength of this lemon.

    Address

    Hiroshima Pref. Onomichishi Setodachousawa 209-321

    • Shimagokoro

    • Shimagokoro

    • Shimagokoro

  • FINISH

    17:00

• • 1 Onomichi Port Terminal
  • 2 Setoda Tourist Information Center
  • 3 Kosan Temple
  • 4 Shiomachi Shopping Alley
  • 5 Setoda RV Park at Sunset Beach
  • 6 Island-wide Art Museum
  • 7 Shimagokoro

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