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A small inn floating in the Seto Inland Sea. That is the concept of guntû.

Setouchi, as people call the Seto Inland Sea, that guntû traverses is in

Western Japan, a beautiful archipelago of islands woven together and is

the destination of a new Japanese luxurious journey. With 7,230km

shoreline and 23,203km2 area, it is the largest inland sea in Japan. With

700 islands floating in a calm sea, it is a beautiful and mysterious place.

From ancient times, it was a place for marine traffic coming and going,

ships from Tokyo and Osaka connecting Eastern and Western Japan and

foreign trading ships. History gives examples of events such as the exis-

tence of the greatest Japanese pirates and footprints of visits of Korean

delegations and foreign missionaries.

Guntû as an “inn” was conceived to pass time upon the sea while enjoying

the nature and culture of Setouchi.

Please let yourself blend into the gentle scenery of Setouchi and relax in

this space resembling a Japanese inn – ryokan.

S E T O U C H I R O A M I N G

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Guntû has prepared 19 cabins with four suite styles. All 19

wood decorated cabins designed by architect Yasushi Horibe

known for his Japanese style homes are suites with a terrace

placed close to the surface of the sea. As the floating inn blends

into the Setouchi seascape, the experience is like being at a

friend’s refined guest house.

You can relax as one with the rustic view of Setouchi, and it be-

comes a refreshing space, wrapped in the comfort of the wood.

A C C O M O D A T I O N S

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In this cabin, the sitting area on the sea side gives the feeling of

being close to the water. The glassed-in bathroom located along the

terrace makes for an enjoyable bath time, regardless of the weather,

with a sense of being one with the sea.

T E R R A C E S U I T E ( 14 cabins)

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TERRACE SUITE (Approximately 50 m²)

MINI BAR

SOFA

BED

BATH

CLOSET

WC

TERRACE

MAIN FEATURES

Simmons Beds (Hollywood Twin)

Sofa

Writing Desk

Terrace

Bath

Minibar / Wine Cellar

iPad Pro

Bang & Olufsen Bluetooth Speaker

Complimentary Wi-Fi

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In this cabin with a view of Setouchi beyond the window from the sofa,

the sea feels the closest when gazing straight at the horizon from

your bed. An open-air bath has been provided for relaxing in comfort

as if you are still in the cabin.

T E R R A C E S U I T E With Open-Air Bath (2 cabins)

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MINI BAR

WC

BED

TERRACE

CLOSET

OPEN - AIR BATH

SOFA

SHOWER

TERRACE SUITE WITH OPEN-AIR BATH (Approximately 50 m²)

MAIN FEATURES

Simmons Beds (Hollywood Twin)

Sofa

Writing Desk

Terrace

Open-Air Cypress Bath

Minibar / Wine Cellar

iPad Pro

Bang & Olufsen Bluetooth Speaker

Complimentary Wi-Fi

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Grand Suite has the largest terrace of the four cabin types.

While soaking in the open- air bath on the spacious terrace,

it is possible to monopolize the beautiful panorama of Setouchi in this cabin.

G R A N D S U I T E (2 cabins)

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MAIN FEATURES

Simmons Beds (Hollywood Twin)

Sofa

Writing Desk

Terrace with Daybed

Open-Air Cypress Bath

Minibar / Wine Cellar

iPad Pro

Bang & Olufsen Bluetooth Speaker

Audio Tekne Sound System

Television

Complimentary Wi-Fi

GRAND SUITE (Approximately 80 m²)

SOFA

BEDWC

TERRACE

DAYBED

SHOWER

OPEN - AIR BATH

MINI BAR

CLOSET

T V

AUDIO

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The bow of the ship is exclusively The guntû Suite.

This is the only cabin with a forward view of the scenery ahead.

While gazing at the view sliding by in the front and on the sides,

you can enjoy guntû at its best in this special space.

T H E g u n t û S U I T E ( 1 cabin)

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MAIN FEATURES

Simmons Beds (Hollywood Twin)

Sofa

Writing Desk

Terrace with Daybed

Open-Air Cypress Bath

Minibar / Wine Cellar

iPad Pro

Bang & Olufsen Bluetooth Speaker

Audio Tekne Sound System

Television

Complimentary Wi-Fi

MINI BARWC

BED

CLOSET

SHOWER

OPEN - AIR BATH DAYBED

TERRACE

SOFA

AUDIO

T V

SOFA

THE GUNTÛ SUITE (Approximately 90 m²)

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Enjoying what you want, and as much as you want. This is one

of the basic concepts of guntû hospitality.

In the dining area, we provide ingredients from different areas

covering east and west Setouchi, depending on the weather and

mood of the day. You will encounter jewel-like ingredients that

our chefs cook to meet your preferences.

The best ingredients for every type of cuisine. The simplicity

and refinement are the cornerstone of our cuisine.

While floating on the sea, you will take pleasure in the luxury of

exceptional dining.

D I N I N G

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J A P A N E S E C U I S I N EDining Room

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Kenzo Sato from Shigeyoshi, a restaurant of long standing in Tokyo,

supervises Japanese cuisine. Select your favor ite ingredients

from fresh fish and meat from the Setouchi area,

and it will be cooked as you wish, anything from sashimi to broi led fish.

The head chef will present his special of the day for your select ion.

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S U S H ISushi Bar

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Supervised by Nobuo Sakamoto of the sushi restaurant

Awajishima Nobu in Hyogo. At the sushi bar with a unique view of

the ocean, something you can not experience elsewhere,

you can enjoy the delicate yet profound flavor of the local fish

differing typically according to the location and season of the catch.

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J A P A N E S E S T Y L E W E S T E R N C U I S I N EDining Room

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Guntû’s Western style cuisine, based on nostalgic Japanese style

Western dishes, is prepared simply but with great care.

Please experience guntû’s original Japanese style Western

cuisine made from Setouchi ingredients such as seafood croquets and stew.

You can order small portions from this menu along with Japanese cuisine.

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C O F F E E & D R I N K SCafé & Bar / Lounge

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At the Café & Bar, you can enjoy original cocktails reflecting

the image of the various islands while viewing the scenery ahead on

the open deck under guntû’s unique gabled roof. At the lounge

located in the stern, you can spend quiet time reading books from

the library while enjoying a drink of your choice.

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J A P A N E S E S T Y L E V E R A N D AThe Engawa

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The Engawa is a Japanese traditional style of veranda found in

temples and houses. From olden times, Japanese people have spent their

favorite time on the Engawa, lost in thought while sipping tea and

gazing at rock gardens. Dressed in yukata with your favorite snacks and

sake by your side, you can experience how time flows in Japan.

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T E A C E R E M O N Y E X P E R I E N C ELounge

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The tea master serves you matcha green tea and Japanese sweets at

a table with chairs. The sweets using ingredients carefully grown from

scratch are supervised by Joichiro Kita from Nara’s Kashiya.

These sweets are prepared in front of you in the traditional manner,

an unusual style of presentation in this day and age.

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The spa area includes treatment rooms, communal baths, saunas

and a gym. For relaxation, original treatment and massage menus

have been prepared to meet the mood and physical condition of

each and every individual. Choukoku-Lymph® Treatments; a slow

and deep method while warming your body on a bedrock mat.

From a facial to the entire body, total care is available.

Japanese style massage — Nentai eases your body distortions and

tension, and with the approach best suited to you, it aims to nur-

ture a healthy state. These appointment only beauty and body-

work sessions are normally available in the treatment rooms. In

addition, body-work procedures are also available in The guntû

Suite, Grand Suites and Terrace Suites.

R E L A X A T I O N & F I T N E S S

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Landing on islands along the ship’s route using original speed

boat, you have a chance to visit places not normally available

for sightseeing. Taking walks through the quiet morning along

lanes with the remains of old houses, exper iencing fishing

from small fishing boats or at times, observing the fireworks

and festivals. Gain firsthand knowledge of the local lifestyle

and atmosphere.

E X P L O R A T I O N S

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After departing Hiroshima’s Onomichi City from the home

port of Bella Vista Marina, without docking at any ports, guntû

roams Setouchi and anchors in an island’s silhouette at night.

We offer more than 10 routes that are eastbound, westbound, and

central. Following are examples of eastbound and westbound

routes. *Changes may occur depending on the weather.

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“ R e d P u m p k i n ” © Y a y o i K u s a m a , 2 0 0 6 N a o s h i m a M i y a n o u r a P o r t S q u a r e

A route to experience the attraction of the old

and the new Setouchi. Pass under the 13km long

Great Seto Bridge, and watch the fantastic land-

scape of an industrial complex lighting up the

night’s darkness. Visit art on islands such as

Naoshima as well as touring an old-time soy

sauce storehouse or viewing a ritual fire.

E A S T W A R D R O U T E A Typical Route (4 Days 3 Nights)

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A route to experience the romance of history.

Visit one of the Japanese World Cultural Heri-

tage sites, Itsukushima Shrine, while exploring

the old streets of Miyajima Island. Guntû passes

through narrow island channels, which served as

the base of the pirate Murakami who cultivated

Japanese ship piloting.

W E S T W A R D R O U T E A Typical Route (3 Days 2 Nights)

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Taken from “guntu”, the nickname of the blue crab found in

Setouchi. Accordingly, the ship features the r ich delicacies of

Setouchi traditions and culture and will be loved forever by pas-

sengers as well as the locals. Such are the thoughts behind the

name. Also, the circumflex above the ‘u’ (û) is to link the ship’s

hull to the symbolic form of the gabled roof.

S H I P N A M E : g u n t û

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STEAM SAUNABATH

* = OPEN- AIR BATH

DRY SAUNABATH

Total Weight

Total Length

Total Width

Main Engine

Cruising Speed

Passenger Capacity

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3,013 tons

81.2 meters

13.75 meters

2 water cooled three-phase induction motors

10 knots

38 (Guest Number)

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ONOMICHI

MATSUYAMA

KANAZAWA

FUKUYAMA

HIROSHIMA

OSAKA

KYOTO

TOKYO

SANYO EXPRESSWAY ONOMICHI IC

SANYO SHINKANSEN

SHIMANAM

I KAID

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FUKUYAMA WEST IC

BELLA VISTAMARINA

JR FUKUYAMASTATION

JR ONOMICHISTATION

SANYO LINE

HIROSHIMAAIR PORT

By Shinkansen Bullet Train

TOKYO – FUKUYAMA / 3.5 hours

SHIN OSAKA – FUKUYAMA / 1 hour

From Fukuyama Station by car approx. 40 minutes

By Air

HANEDA AIRPORT – HIROSHIMA / 1.5 hours

From Hiroshima Airport by car approx. 1 hour

Bella Vista Marina

1349 -15 Urasaki-cho, Onomichi, Hiroshima

A C C E S S

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Tel: +81 3 6823 6055

e-mail: info@sltravel.co.jp

I N Q U I R Y

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