Setouchi Town

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Setouchi Town, located at the southernmost tip of Amami Oshima, is the highest peak marine scenic spot representing Amami Gunto National Park, where complex, dynamic rias coastlines and emerald green seas boasting overwhelming transparency spread. Mysterious Kakeromajima, where untouched beautiful subtropical primeval forests remain, floats in front of you, and top-class sea kayaking, diving, and snorkeling in the Oshima Strait never cease to attract active people from all over the world. Also, it is full of highlights such as "Honohoshi Beach," where the entire coast is buried with round giant stones, and mysterious sounds of "kara-kara" resound in time with the sound of waves. It is a paradise where you can be deeply healed by the wild vitality of the earth and warm islander culture.

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Amami Setouchi Tourism Associatio

Setouchi Town

Address: 26-14 Koniyauominato (Inside Umi-no-Eki), Setouchi Town, Oshima District, Kagoshima Prefecture
Website: https://www.setouchi-welcome.com/
Operator: Amami Setouchi Tourism Association

Setouchi Town Spots List

Kochiyama Observatory
Kobo Amyoko
THE SCENE amami spa & resort
Saso Falls
Kakeromajima
Honohoshi Beach
Kakeromajima
Derikyonma Cape
Yuhi no Oka
Nishikomi
Oshima Strait
Kakeromajima Tokuhama

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Kochiyama Observatory

Perched atop a scenic mountain peak at an altitude of about 284 meters in Setouchi Town, the "Kochiyama Observatory" is a dynamic coastal scenic destination offering a sweeping, grand panorama of the vast "Oshima Strait" and the beautiful floating Kakeroma Island below from the best possible angle. Standing atop the stylishly designed wooden viewing tower rewards you with a magnificent, unobstructed 360-degree widescreen vista, where the ocean colors dreamily transform from emerald green to deep ultramarine blue based on the sun's angle—an exceptionally photogenic masterpiece of natural artistry. Absorbing the refreshing, exhilarating sea breeze with your entire body, it is...

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Kobo Amyoko

Nestled between crystal-clear streams flowing from the deep mountains of Amami Oshima and a peaceful, scenic countryside village landscape in Setouchi Town, "Kobo Ammyoho" is a hidden, beautiful artisan atelier workshop where visitors can enjoyably experience crafting handmade souvenirs utilizing the island's traditional herbs and specialty products. Stepping inside reveals a cozy, wood-toned nostalgic interior where warm-hearted local crafters welcome visitors like family. Its standout centerpiece is an intimate workshop to weave original baskets using the island's native, precious Getto (shell ginger) leaves or vines, alongside authentic aroma crafting. Escaping commercial tourism, this quiet, off-the-beaten-path hideaway allows global travelers to...

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THE SCENE amami spa & resort

Perched on the gorgeous southernmost tip of Amami Oshima looking directly toward Kakeroma Island across the water, "THE SCENE amami spa & resort" is a world-class luxury wellness eco-resort highly longed for by health-minded global travelers, with an ocean boasting breathtaking transparency known as "Kakeroma Blue" spreading right before your eyes. All sophisticated accommodations feature premium, luxurious ocean views, offering an unparalleled grand panorama from the guest room windows that will take your breath away. Step from the beach directly into the water for exceptional snorkeling, or indulge in blissful healing through morning yoga with the soothing sound of breaking...

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Saso Falls

Quietly tucked away in the deep, folded mountains of Kakeroma Island, "Shinoho Falls" is a peerless, off-the-beaten-path primeval waterfall where pure mountain water gracefully flows down like a delicate white curtain through a canopy of untouched, subtropical forest. Among Amami Oshima and Kakeroma Island, a permanent waterfall cascading with such dynamic water flow is incredibly rare, serving as a hidden sanctuary quietly loved by nature-minded international travelers and hikers. The air surrounding the plunge pool is remarkably pure, and the space filled with abundant negative ions and cool air deeply purifies your mind and body in an instant. Completely free...

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Kakeromajima

Floating just a stone's throw away across the Oshima Strait from the southern tip of Amami Oshima, "Kakeromajima Island" is the ultimate hidden resort island embraced by pristine, beautiful subtropical nature and a sea boasting a mysterious depth of blue known as "Kakeroma Blue." Within the calm bays surrounding the island spread gorgeous emerald-green coral reefs with outstanding visibility, offering world-class diving, sea kayaking, and snorkeling. The island strongly retains its unique ancient "Shima (village) culture," and the rustic streetscapes of villages where giant banyan trees stand tall are pure nostalgia. It is a paradise where you can completely forget...

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Honohoshi Beach

Situated at the southernmost tip of Amami Oshima in Setouchi Town, "Honohoshi Beach" is a highly unique, wild scenic coast that breaks away from conventional sandy shores, pounded by fierce, dynamic waves of the Pacific Ocean. The standout hallmark here is that the entire shoreline is blanketed in massive, rounded stones called "Tamaisi," beautifully polished over long stretches of time by raw waves. The awe-inspiring phenomenon where waves wash in and out, causing countless stones to rub together and echo a thunderous sound like an ancient percussion instrument, is pure power that utterly awes international tourists. Bordered by sharp sea...

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Derikyonma Cape

Quietly tucked away on the northwestern tip of Yoron Island, "Cape Derikyonma" is a hidden, mystical scenic spot known to those in the know, offering unobstructed views of a vast ocean alongside a pristine, primitive natural landscape. The area around this cape features a dynamic contrast woven by an exceptionally transparent emerald-green sea and rough rock faces, instantly capturing the hearts of visiting travelers. It is also one of the island's premier sunset spots, providing a prime angle to gaze upon the beautiful sun as it quietly sinks past the horizon at dusk. Free from the clamor of commercialized tourism,...

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Yuhi no Oka

Situated on the paradise island of Yoron, "Sunset Hill (Yuhi no Oka)" is a highly romantic, premier scenic spot on the island, offering unobstructed views of one of the world's most beautiful sunsets as it quietly sinks into the vast East China Sea. Standing atop this gentle hill rewards you with a sweeping view of an endlessly transparent emerald-green sea and white sands below, while at dusk, you can lavishly gaze upon the sky and ocean as they dreamily transform into a fantasy gradient of orange, pink, and purple. Brushed by a refreshing tropical breeze, this blissful healing space perfectly...

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Nishikomi

Situated at the westernmost tip of Amami Oshima in Setouchi Town, "Nishikomi" is an ultimate, hidden sanctuary where a pristine, rustic "Shima (village) culture" and great nature still beautifully breathe. The absolute highlight from here is one of the world's most beautiful sunsets as it quietly sinks behind the "Sanren Tatsugami (Three Connected Sacred Rocks)," a line of odd rocks extending straight into the vast East China Sea, a holy and overwhelming panorama that deeply moves global travelers. The village retains magnificent adan (screw pine) trees acting as traditional windbreaks alongside stone walls, echoing a beautifully nostalgic island pace. Entirely...

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Oshima Strait

Beautifully lying between Amami Oshima and Kakeroma Island, the "Oshima Strait" is a premier marine scenic destination representing the Amami Gunto National Park, featuring a dynamic, intricately indented rias coastline and an emerald-green sea boasting outstanding transparency. Because it serves as a remarkably calm natural harbor, active global visitors are drawn here year-round to enjoy top-tier sea kayaking, SUP, diving, and snorkeling. Beneath the surface thrives a diverse ecosystem of over 200 species of vibrant coral reefs and tropical fish, with glass-bottom boat tours also being highly popular. The contrast woven between the surrounding beautiful mountains and the azure sea...

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Kakeromajima Tokuhama

Located in the eastern part of Kakeroma Island, "Tokuhama" is a quiet, scenic coast preserving pristine, primitive nature, with an outstandingly transparent, gorgeous emerald-green sea spreading right before your eyes. The white sandy shore is dotted with massive, uniquely shaped rock formations sculpted by raw waves, creating an exceptionally photogenic, extraordinary landscape. Furthermore, widely recognized as a filming location for nostalgic movies, it exudes a beautifully wistful atmosphere. Because the inner side of the reef (coral reef) is remarkably calm, it offers top-tier snorkeling to observe vibrant tropical fish. Free from commercial tourism, this quiet space serves as an excellent...

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