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Key points about Setoda Port on Ikuchijima Island
- This is Setoda Port, the center of Ikuchijima Island, located almost exactly in the middle of the Shimanami Kaido.
- From the port, you can walk through the shopping street to Kosanji Temple and the Hirayama Ikuo Museum of Art.
- Ikuchijima Island is known as the birthplace of domestically grown lemons.
Last verified: October 2, 2026 (Source at the end of this page)
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What kind of port is Setoda Port on Ikuchijima Island?
Setoda Port is a port on Ikuchijima Island, connected by ferry to Onomichi Port and Mihara Port. It also serves as a base for cycling around the island.
Setoda is the birthplace of Japanese painter Ikuo Hirayama, and the town has a museum that houses his works.
Docking location and access
| Address | Setoda-cho, Onomichi City (Ikuchijima Island) |
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| Setoda Port to Onomichi Port | High-speed ferry (Setouchi Cruising) |
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Your ship may use a different pier. Check the ship's daily program, and keep the ship's port agent number handy.
Please check the cruise line's information regarding the cruise ship's docking location and disembarking procedures.
Port Day Weather (7-Day Forecast)
This is the Japan Meteorological Agency's weekly weather forecast for Hiroshima Prefecture, Hiroshima. The names of cruise ships are listed for days when they are scheduled to call at port.
This is a regional forecast, so conditions at the port may differ slightly. It is updated several times a day; check the forecast the day before your call and the ship's daily program too. Source: Japan Meteorological Agency "Weather Forecast"
Once you arrive at the port, the first thing you should do is get a map from the tourist information center! Check your smartphone's clock (in Japan Standard Time) to confirm the all-aboard time.
Useful information about the port (tourist information, currency exchange, ATMs, Wi-Fi)
Here is some useful information for sightseeing around Setoda Port on Ikuchijima Island, where cruise ships dock (based on official sources).
| Tourist information | The Onomichi Tourism Association (Onomichi City) provides information on the sights of Ikuchijima Island on its tourism information website, "Ononavi". |
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To withdraw yen with a card issued overseas, use Seven Bank ATMs (at 7-Eleven stores and elsewhere) or Japan Post Bank ATMs. There are few ATMs on the island, so it's best to have cash before you go ashore. You can find ATMs on the map below.
Facilities and operating hours may vary depending on the port of call and time of year. (Date confirmed: October 2, 2026 Source: Onomichi Tourism Association "Ononavi")
Port Day Time Planner
Pick your ship (or enter your own times) to see when you can go ashore and when to head back.
⚠ These times are estimates only
All-aboard times differ by ship and can change on the day because of weather or operations. Always check the time in your ship's daily program or onboard announcements, and allow plenty of time to get back. cruisefun cannot accept responsibility if you miss your ship.
For ships on the list, the all-aboard time is set to 30 minutes before departure as a guide. Always use the time in your ship's daily program.
Recommended ways to spend your time depending on the length of your port call
2-3 hours
- Shiomachi Shopping Street: A shopping street that extends from the port. Shops selling lemon products and souvenirs.
- Kosanji Temple and the Hill of Future Dreams: A magnificent temple complex and the white marble garden known as "The Hill of Future Dreams."
- Hirayama Ikuo Museum of Art: Exhibits works by Hirayama Ikuo, a Japanese painter from Ikuchijima Island.
Half day
- Kojoji Temple: A symbol of the island, home to a national treasure, a three-story pagoda built in 1432.
Port-town food
- Setoda lemons: The birthplace of domestically grown lemons. Sweets and drinks made with lemons.
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Map of shops around the port
This is a list of lemon shops around Setoda Port on Ikuchijima Island. Clicking on a shop on the map will allow you to check its opening hours and customer reviews (Google Maps). Please check in advance whether the shop is open on the day of your visit.
Major cruise ships that call at this port
The number of port calls was compiled based on scheduled arrivals from July 2026 to October 2026 (as of October 2, 2026). You can view the ship's introduction page by clicking on the ship name link. Source: WEB CRUISE "Cruise Ship Port Arrival Calendar" Please note that schedules are subject to change, so check the port's official website for the latest information.
What a port day costs
Reference: According to a national survey, the average amount spent per person at a port of call is approximately 22,000 yen.
From a survey of passengers on 18 cruise ships by Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (August–December 2025). Each extra hour in port added about ¥900 in spending on average, and passengers on luxury and expedition ships joined more tours and tended to spend more.
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism: "Making the economic effects of cruise ship port calls 'visible'"
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From July to October, typhoons can cause skipped port calls or changed port times. See our typhoon and cruise guide for refunds and how to prepare.
FAQ
Q1 Is it possible to sightsee on foot from the port?
Shiomachi Shopping Street, Kosanji Temple, and the Hirayama Ikuo Museum of Art are all within walking distance of the port.
Q2 What souvenirs would you recommend?
Sweets and drinks made with lemons from Setoda are popular.
Source/Reference Information
- Onomichi Tourism Association "Ononavi" Cycling & Ikuchijima Island Enjoyment Course
- Setouchi Cruising "Onomichi to Setoda Route"
Photos are being prepared. Last checked: October 2, 2026. Information is subject to change. Please let us know of any inaccuracies or issues through reviews or inquiries.
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