The main highlights are
-ji Temple: Located in the
of Setoda, approximately ten minutes by foot from the port, this beautiful temple offers visitors a great view its buildings and garden. The temple was constructed in 1936 and is relatively newer when compared to its peers across the nation. It is dedicated to the mother of the
, the founder who the temple is named after.
What is unique about this temple is that it uses special types of steel (unlike most which use wood)
The contrast of the blue sea and the while marble is very impressive!
Address:
Website: http://www.kousanji.or.jp/english/
Hirayama Ikuo Museum of Art: This art museum is dedicated to Hirayama Ikuo, a monumental figure in Japanese art born near Setoda.
He is famous for sketching scenes from the Silk Road and engaging in many art projects to preserve cultural
The display is composed of three parts: 1) works from Hirayama’s childhood and student days, 2)
Address: 200-2, Sawa, Setoda-cho, Onomichi City. Hours: 9am-5pm (last entry 4:30pm).
Admission: 900 yen.
Website: http://www.city.onomichi.hiroshima.jp/english/kanko/data_setoda/p_ikuo.html
Shiomachi shopping street: You could easily miss this as a road of houses because not many of the shops are open! Shops here tend to open when they want to… However, there are establishments selling various lemon products, which the island is renowned for. Take your time to explore the slow pace of life here!
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