Sea Spica: Setouchi Island Sightseeing Cruise

The Sea Spica island-hopping tour to Rabbit Island was an unforgettable experience, feeling both relaxing and fulfilling. From the moment I boarded, the staff provided clear information (an English brochure), detailing everything from boarding procedures and schedules to route descriptions, which made me feel completely at ease throughout the trip. The boat was comfortable with an open deck offering expansive views. The seascape along the way was stunning, with the clear blue sea and sky complementing the island scenery, creating a very relaxing atmosphere. The most anticipated part, of course, was visiting Rabbit Island to get up close with the adorable rabbits, which was both therapeutic and fun. The pace of the entire island-hopping tour was well-managed, never feeling rushed, allowing plenty of time to enjoy the Seto Inland Sea views and experience the charm of the islands. Overall, this tour boat experience was informative, well-serviced, and offered beautiful scenery – definitely highly recommended.

You can board directly from Hiroshima Port, pass through Kure City to see warships, then disembark at Okunoshima Island for an hour to feed rabbits, and finally arrive at Onomichi. The scenery of the Seto Inland Sea is beautiful, and I highly recommend this itinerary.

wonderful cruising experience. nice crew!

I had an amazing experience taking this cruise from Onomichi Port to Kure Port with my friends. As we stopped in Mitarai Island, we can enjoy while strolling around the beautiful old town with calm and peace surroundings. We even bought lemons and oranges, and found beautiful flowers blooming.

One of the best experiences I have ever had. The Setouchi Shimatabi Line ferry gives spectacular views and experience of the Seto Inland Sea including stopovers at small islands along the way making the journey much enjoyable and worth it. The crew were very friendly and kind in explaining different places and sites along the way. I highly recommend this service to residents and tourists seeking to explore the Seto inland sea and surrounding areas.

Review for Setouchi Shimatabi Line I enjoyed my experience on the Setouchi Shimatabi Line overall. Although I wish I had more time to explore everything, the island’s charm made up for it. I loved the relaxed atmosphere, discovered affordable oranges and lemons, and even got to play with a friendly dog. A delightful blend of nature, culture, and unexpected fun!

I recently had a wonderful sightseeing trip to Mitarai Port, Osakishimojima (Kure City) by boat. From the beginning, it was a delightful experience. We received a warm and grand greeting from not only the boat staff but also from the people of Onomichi and junior students who played great music and shook hands with us. Onboard, the boat was comfortable, and we enjoyed delicious food while taking in the beautiful views outside. Upon arriving at Mitarai Port, we had an hour to explore the peaceful area. There were a few shops selling mandarins at a very cheap price. I bought 5 for only 100¥, and they were incredibly sweet. Overall, it was a nice trip, and I highly recommend it.

Beautiful coastal views, smooth ride, and a relaxing journey through the islands. A great way to explore Setouchi!.xzx

Why is everything in Japan beautiful? The chance to experience the wonderful scenic spot of the Seto Inland Sea and to witness personally the historical Mitarai Temple is truly amazing! Thank you Hiroshima Tourisim for the wonderful tour!

the view and the trip was beautiful. the seating is comfortable and the staff is friendly. everything is clean. the time in Mitarai was a little short. I would have wished for more time there and for more ports to charge the phones.