Places to stay near Ō Shima

105-year-old long-established inn and warehouse reborn. Japanese moss garden & half-open-air bath 188㎡ [One day one group only. Ancient private house Mitsuhama Ryokan]

┏━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━┓ ◆ Limited to one group per day/Private rental ~ Long-established inn and warehouse regenerative experience stay ◆ ┗━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━┛ ■ Location, history, and features ■ Matsuyama/Dogo's port town, "Mitsuham", has four white-walled storehouses built in the Edo period, surrounded by four gardens, and a 105-year-old inn (formerly Kawacho Inn) ~ White plaster walls, natural Kakenji bamboo fences, etc., have been gradually renovated and revived (ongoing). It is a traditional inn that initially opened as an inbound accommodation facility. We are renovating the semi-open-air bath inside the storehouse and the water area. ■ Healing moss garden ■ There are three moss gardens: front garden, middle garden, and back garden, where well water flows everywhere, and a small stream flows between hand basins, bamboo screens, Japanese irises, and stepping stones, and in the pond, there are koi, medaka, tanago, and crayfish, and wild birds visit this biotope space. ■ Chick-in lounge (cafe/bar space), souvenir corner ■ You can drink authentic cocktails on the first floor of the main building. There is a souvenir corner with items such as Bali Island and other overseas imports, interior goods, accessories, natural stone, and amulets.

1-8 Guests | SALT HOUSE | Shimamami Kaido | 80 year old private villa that was originally a dentist's house　

SALT HOUSE is a private Showa modern villa in Shimamami Kaido, Hokota Island, which is a renovated 80-year-old former dental clinic. You can exclusively enjoy a space with a design that cherishes the design of the time, such as traditional craft transoms, design glass, and brass knobs, limited to one group per day. The space is like a hideaway in a quiet alley, and is ideal for cyclists to rest, and for families and groups. ■ Private stay limited to one group per day: Up to 8 people can stay.Regardless of the number of guests, you will not share with other guests. 1-3 guests: 1 bedroom 4-8 guests: 2 bedrooms available Whether you are a small group or a large group, you can use the kitchen, bathroom, and the "Cafe Lab", the face of the inn, all privately. ■Location: Because it is a residential area, you can't see the sea from the room, but there is a supermarket and a grocery store within walking distance, and it is a warm place where you can feel the life of the island.Okiura Beach, which is 5 minutes away by car, is also recommended for a stroll between cycling. ■Facilities: Free wifi, bicycle stand, kitchen (full set of cookware), refrigerator, microwave, toaster, etc.: free self-service drink corner (coffee, tea, etc.)

5-second walk to the sea! Setouchi Guest House [sora | umi] with a window overlooking the Seto Inland Sea

Living and dining room, balcony, You can also see the Seto Inland Sea from the bathroom. ~ Enjoy a relaxing time in Setouchi while listening to the sound of the waves ~ Fully-equipped kitchen◎ Recommended not only for sightseeing, but also for remote work and workcation! It is a spacious space with a living and dining room (18 tatami) and a bedroom (6 tatami). You can also cook in the kitchen, including using the fridge, microwave, rice cooker, and frying pan. The bath is glass-enclosed, and you can see the outside view from the bathtub. The bed is a semi-double bed. For 4 guests, you'll need to put a futon in the living room. The nearest bus stop (Hojo Koko Mae) is a 3-minute walk, JR station (Iyo Hojo) is a 9-minute walk, a drug store is a 4-minute walk, a convenience store is a 6-minute walk, and a supermarket is an 8-minute walk. There are also coin laundries, restaurants (some with takeout), and more, so you can live without any inconvenience. Long-term stays are allowed◎ Day use is possible◎ * Please contact us if you'd like to use it.

"LIGHT HOUSE Oshimajima" Entire house with kitchen, (Oyamagijinja Shrine, supermarket & convenience store nearby)

Birds chirping in the morning and the sounds of insects playing in the evening It is a small, healing space surrounded by seasonal plants. The guest space is a two-story house that is rented out as a whole. There is a private kitchen, so those who like to cook and families with small children can enjoy a homey island stay. For guests staying multiple nights, we can also provide a firewood bath, etc. You can also see the beautiful starry sky on a good weather day. ※ Because it is a natural place, in addition to creatures such as butterflies, bees, fireflies, and beetles, there are also creatures such as boars, snakes, and centipedes. Although we are taking measures, please understand that centipedes and spiders may wander into the room from spring to autumn. Daisenji Shrine, supermarkets, and convenience stores are also about 5 minutes away by car. It is also a good location for walking. The popular marine bath facility, Mare Glacia, is about 8 minutes by car (2.2 km).

Benton Guesthouse: Nostalgic Shōwa-era (ex-Akiya)

Welcome to Ōmishima! Benton Guesthouse is a former abandoned 'akiya' lovingly renovated into our Shōwa-era private full-house rental. Our house is furnished 'natsukashii' nostalgic style, in the 'inaka' Japanese countryside, conveniently located in the middle of the Shimanami Kaido island chain. 7-minute drive to Oyamazumi Shrine. 7-minute drive to Tatara Bridge (to Ikuchijima). 10-minute drive to Ōmishima Bridge (to Hakatajima). 7-minute walk to Idahachiman Shrine. 10-minute walk to the beach.

100-year-old cozy town house, near rabbit island

Former traditional Japanese confectionery shop(Machiya house). Good access to the Tadanoumi port(about 10 minutes walk) and JR Tadanoumi station(2 minutes walk). You can take the ferry to Okunoshima(rabbit island) from the port. Near-by sightseeing spots: Mt.Kurotaki, Kaguya-hime museum, Preservation district of important historical buildings in Takehara city. Optional dinner is available at cafe area with extra charge. We are sorry but you will hear the noise from the cafe from 8am -11pm.

In the middle of the Shimanami Kaido, Omishima Space is a private rental inn with a coworking space.

Stay on an island in Setouchi and live like a local. This is a small, private inn located in the middle of the Setouchi Shimanami Kaido, on Oshima Island, with the concept of "work and life". It is used for sightseeing, swimming, fishing, training camps, etc. for families and groups. Also, it is located right in the middle of the cycling road, making it an ideal place to stay for cycling along the Shimanami Kaido. KOYA, a coworking space, is a 1-minute walk away and is free to use.

Overlooking the sea and islands of Setouchi. Private house on the stairs

One group per day. This is a private rental accommodation with a view of the scenery of Onomichi, the Seto Inland Sea and islands, and the Shimamami Kaido. We renovated the villa, which was built in the early Showa era and has one of the best views in Onomichi, to be easy to use and functional. While keeping the beauty of the traditional house, we have added comfortable modern innovations to create a space where you can enjoy the nostalgic and good traditional culture of Japan.

The Doors: Spacious, Free wifi & Bike storage

Rent the entire spacious apt. We can respond both in English and Japanese. Great place to stay for Shimanami Kaido bike trip or Ohenro (Shikoku pilgrimage). 7 min. walk from JR Imabari Station. 5 min. walk from Onsen (hot spring) "Kisuke no Yu.“ You can store your bicycles inside. Free parking available. The newly renovated bath area is quite comfortable. 広いアパート丸々貸切。英語と日本語両方で対応可。しまなみ海道自転車旅行やお遍路さんにぴったり。駅から徒歩7分。しまなみ温泉喜助の湯は徒歩5分。自転車も屋内に収納できます。無料駐車場あり。リノベーションで新しく作った浴室エリアもとても快適です。

Beachfront villa with sauna on Shimanami Kaido.

Welcome to Incense Beachfront Villa! Our villa boasts a lawn garden, a calm blue sea, and a stunning view of Shimanami Kaido bridges connecting islands. All rooms have ocean views, ensuring a relaxing and unforgettable stay. Whether you want to unwind or engage in various activities such as sauna, cycling and swimming, we've got you covered. We have a home theater with a 110-inch screen. If you're looking for a unique experience, you can take advantage of sauna with sea view.

"Cottage with a starry sky" 5-minute walk from Sakishima and Mukoda Port, campfire, covered BBQ, pets allowed, sleeps 6

しまなみの離島 佐木島の一棟貸しコテージ（貸別荘）。海と森に囲まれた宿で、ゆったりした島時間を過ごしませんか？ 離島の広々とした自然豊かな空間で、ゆっくりまったり過ごすもよし、友人とわいわいするのもよしの環境です。 ・焚き火台＆バーベキューコンロ無料 　※木炭や薪は@1,000円で販売。木炭や薪の持ち込みOK。 ・海まで徒歩8分のロッジ ・本州からフェリーで17分の離島 ・佐木島の向田港より徒歩5分 ・ペット可（ワンちゃん猫ちゃん歓迎） 　※ドッグランあります。 ・タオル、バスタオル、歯ブラシは用意。 ・調味料は塩、醤油、油があります。 ・鍋、フライパン、お茶碗、お皿などの調理用具あり。 ・生口島の沢港より徒歩10分でレンタサイクルあります。 ・庭での花火OK。 【船の情報】 ＜徒歩8分の向田港着の船＞ ・三原市の須波港→向田港　※車・自転車の搭載可 ・生口島の沢港→向田港　※車・自転車の搭載可 ・三原港→向田港　※自転車の搭載可 ＜距離4kmの鷺港着の船＞ ・因島の重井港・土生港→鷺港　※自転車の搭載可 ・三原港→鷺港　※自転車の搭載可

Spacious Farmhouse+Garden/Free Parking/Pet OK

A spacious house with a traditional garden in the quiet countryside of Higashi-Hiroshima. You can cook our homemade rice and vegetable(depends on the season). Family-friendly recommended for a big group, couples, business trip(close to Hiroshima Univ). ・Free parking, 4 rental bikes ・Pet friendly (no charge) *please inform us on booking ・Free pick up from Higashihiroshima train station (only arrival) ・BBQ spot in the garden *ask us in advance ・Free WiFi