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Naoshima Art Island
A small island in the Seto Inland Sea transformed into an extraordinary open-air art museum with works by world-renowned artists.
26 km · about 30 min drive
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Setouchi
Okayama, Japan · Asia
About Setouchi
Setouchi is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Bizen, 50km from Bitchū Matsuyama Castle.
Setouchi is in Okayama, Japan, with about 36,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Bizen, about 17 km away.
Setouchi (瀬戸内市, Setouchi-shi) is a city located in southern Okayama Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 January 2023, the city had an estimated population of 36,499 in 15,934 households and a population density of 290 persons per km². The total area of the city is 125.45 square kilometres (48.44 sq mi).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Setouchi?
Within an hour or so of Setouchi: Naoshima Art Island (26 km), Okayama International Circuit (29 km), Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter (35 km), Bitchū Matsuyama Castle (50 km).
Are there any good drives near Setouchi?
The nearest famous roads are Uradome Coast and Shimanami Kaido.
Where is Setouchi?
Setouchi is in Okayama, Japan, about 17 km from Bizen.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 36,048
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- Okayama
- Timezone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Coordinates
- 34.6592, 134.1424
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Essential numbers in Japan
Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
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Worth the detour from Setouchi
5 notable places within an hour's drive.
racetrack
Okayama International Circuit
A compact hillside circuit in western Japan that hosted two Formula 1 Pacific Grand Prix races in 1994 and 1995.
29 km · about 35 min drive
landmark
Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter
A charming canal district with white-walled warehouses converted into museums and craft shops in the heart of Okayama Prefecture.
35 km · about 40 min drive
castle
Bitchū Matsuyama Castle
The highest surviving original castle keep in Japan, at 430 m on Mount Gagyu. On autumn mornings the ridge stands above a sea of cloud filling the valley below.
50 km · about 60 min drive
castle
Himeji Castle
Japan's most spectacular castle, known as the White Heron for its brilliant white exterior, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
54 km · about 65 min drive
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