NAOSHIMA
Naoshima (island)
Naoshima, known as an island of art, is a 15-25 minute ferry or passenger boat ride from Uno Port, and can be reached by day from KEIRIN HOTEL 10. The island is also the center of the Setouchi International Art Festival, and is dotted with many art museums, including the Chichu Art Museum, and is known worldwide as a sacred place for contemporary art. There are also many permanent art exhibits, so visitors can enjoy art not only during the Art Festival, but also on a regular basis. In addition to art, there are also local eateries, cafes, and coffee shops where you can enjoy a relaxing island trip.
TESHIMA
Toshima
It takes 25 minutes from Uno Port to Ieura Port, the gateway to Teshima. It is easy to visit from Uno. The island is characterized by lush forests and terraced rice paddies, allowing visitors to fully enjoy the beautiful nature of the Seto Inland Sea. Like Naoshima, it is the center of the Setouchi International Art Festival. A popular tourist spot is the Teshima Art Museum. The island is recommended for both art and nature lovers.
SHODOSHIMA
Shodoshima
There are three round-trip ferry services per day from Uno Port to Tonosho Port on Shodoshima Island. The boat ride to Tonosho Port takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Known as the “Olive Island” since it was the first island in Japan to successfully cultivate olives about 110 years ago, it is the second largest island in the Seto Inland Sea after Awaji Island, and its representative tourist spots include Kankakei Gorge and Angel Road. It is also an ideal base for art tours to the smaller islands, with many accommodations available.
OGIJIMA, MEGIJIMA
Ogijima and Megijima
Megijima, called Onigashima, and Ogijima, with its unique scenery, are both popular islands with much to see. There are no direct flights from Uno Port, but access is possible by ferry from Takamatsu Port (from Uno Port to Takamatsu Port via Naoshima and other islands, and then to each island). ) You can also cross directly to Megijima and Ogijima from Uno by paying a fee to take a marine cab. On Megijima, visitors can enjoy visiting art spots, camping, and swimming, while on Ogijima, visitors can enjoy the lush scenery and stroll through the maze of alleys and cafes.
INUJIMA
Inujima (island)
Inujima is the only inhabited island in Okayama City, and the Inujima Seirensho Art Museum, a reclaimed copper refinery site that is also a modern industrial heritage, is a popular tourist attraction. The island is also attracting attention as an island of art, with the “House Project” developing in the village. The island is rich in nature, where visitors can enjoy activities such as camping, swimming, and sea kayaking. It is a small island that can be circled on foot in about an hour, but there are accommodations available so that visitors can spend time relaxing and blending into the island life.
OSHIMA
Oshima Island
The entire island of Oshima is a national sanatorium for leprosy, Oshima Seishoen. For a long time, due to social prejudice and discrimination against leprosy, residents were forcibly isolated due to misguided government policies. In recent years, the island has hosted the Setouchi International Art Festival and other educational activities to promote a proper understanding of leprosy, with art serving as one of the bridges between the two. The island is now visited by thousands of tourists, who are aware of this place and continue to work to confront the history of the land.
ART AROUND UNO PORT
Art around Uno Port
The area around Uno Station, within walking distance of the Tamano Bicycle Racecourse, is dotted with permanent art exhibits from the Setouchi International Art Festival.
We recommend using KEIRIN HOTEL 10 as a base for exploring the city and visiting art spots.
Permanent artworks: JR Uno Minato Line Art Project (Uno Station), Uno no Chinu/Uno Kochinu, Beyond the Last Stop, Memory of the Ship Bottom, Memory of the Sea.
UNO STATION AROUND
Stores around Uno Station
There are many great restaurants in the area around Uno Station, including stylish cafes, traditional set menus, and individual restaurants serving special cuisines. You can enjoy visiting cafes, having lunch or dinner, tasting food at the fish market, and enjoying the local and friendly town of Uno and Tamano. You are sure to find your favorite restaurant. (Please inquire with the hotel staff for details on recommended restaurants and other dining options.)
OJIGATAKE
peak of Mt. Ogino (in Kyoto)
Straddling the cities of Tamano and Kurashiki, Ojigatake is designated as a Setonaikai National Park and is a spectacular viewpoint from which visitors can enjoy the magnificent nature of the Seto Inland Sea. The trail is a mountain trail, which allows for casual hiking, but can also be climbed with ordinary sneakers. The unique landscape of huge and oddly shaped rocks overlapping each other, with the uniquely shaped “Nico Nico Iwa” being one of the most popular tourist attractions. Paragliding and bouldering are also popular, allowing visitors to enjoy various outdoor activities.
SHIBUKAWA BEACH
Shibukawa Beach
It is one of the largest beaches in the prefecture and has been selected as one of the “100 best beaches in Japan” and “100 best beaches in Japan. The Shibukawa Marine Aquarium, Toy Kingdom, and golf course are located nearby, making it a popular spot for both children and adults to play. Cycling along the seaside is also recommended on fine days.
Miyama cafe PUUT
Miyama Cafe Puto (in Roadside Station Miyama Park)
This café is operated by KEIRIN HOTEL 10.
Using fresh vegetables and fresh fish sold at the roadside station, we offer an original menu that focuses on local production for local consumption.
Miyama Park is one of the most popular cherry blossom viewing spots in the prefecture, with approximately 7.000 cherry trees lining the park, making it a recommended sightseeing spot.
