Top Hiroshima Arts & Design

Save time by taking part in three traditional Japanese activities in just a few hours on this cultural experience. Put on a kimono and spend roughly half an hour each on Japanese calligraphy lessons, a tea ceremony, and an onigiri—rice ball—cooking class. The lessons take place in a centuries’-old temple with lovely gardens.

Immerse yourself in Japanese culture during your visit to Hiroshima. Enter the historic Tokujuji Temple on scenic Miyajima, and start your experience by learning to wear a traditional kimono. Try your hand at two cultural activities: calligraphy, and a tea ceremony. Come away with new skills and a new appreciation for Japanese traditions.

【OUTLINE】 While enjoying the beauty of "Setouchi", we will take a walk along the small island inhabited by less than 10 islanders and guide you through its marvelous art works. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Traverse through the Setouchi Inland Islands to find Modern Japanese Art Exhibitions. ・Visit an island with a population of less than 10 people. ・Experience Momo Island’s budding Art Revival and gaze at the beauty of the picturesque landscape from the Shimanami Kaido Bay.

Reserve a hidden uninhabited island where the best artists and richer works are exhibited. This is a day where you can enjoy receiving high-quality hospitality for all meals, transportation to enjoy ultimate relaxation, and stay time. ・Reserve an uninhabited island and enjoy the ultimate relaxing time and services (viewers may come to the island during the period when the work is open to the public) ・Experience the unique works of Gerhard Richter at Toyoshima, the highest peak of contemporary art which can only be viewed here. ・With the use of seasonal ingredients from Setouchi Islands, which have attracted global attention enjoy the best dishes of the day. ・Reservation of all 4 villas which have been visited by famous artists from around the world! Enjoy seaside open-air baths and drinks such as champagne. ・Pickup and drop-off are by motorboat. Pick up and drop off available for no charge in nearby areas.