The newly opened Setouchi Cycle Stays Hiroshima Ujina, located in the Ujina waterfront area of Hiroshima City, is hosting a special one-day program on April 18, 2026, timed alongside the Urban Cycle Parks Hiroshima Grand Opening Festival. Admission to the hotel venue is free, and the program is designed to be enjoyed by families and day visitors alike. Some activities and dining options are available for an additional fee.
The lineup spans from midday to late evening, with the atmosphere shifting from lively afternoon festivities to a relaxed nighttime vibe.
Live Painting by Nature Artist Emi (Free to Watch / 2 Sessions)
In the hotel lobby, nature artist Emi uses the large windows as her canvas for two live painting sessions. Guests can watch the artwork take shape up close—a one-of-a-kind art encounter.
- Session 1: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Session 2: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
About the Artist
Emi is a nature artist from Ehime Prefecture. Working primarily in oils alongside acrylics and crayons, she has held solo exhibitions in Ehime since 2021. Her work explores the energy flowing through nature and the unseen, depicting harmony between humans and the natural world.
Spring Sakura and Strawberry Sweets & Buffet (Special Hours / Paid)
On this day, the buffet operates extended hours from late morning through night, so guests can drop in at their preferred time. Popular staples like roast beef, pasta, and freshly baked bread are on offer, alongside a spring-exclusive sweets buffet themed around strawberries and cherry blossoms—including sakura mochi and other seasonal treats.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Hours | 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM (last entry 8:00 PM) |
| Duration | 90 minutes per session |
| Adults | ¥1,980 (tax included) |
| Children (elementary school) | ¥990 (tax included) |
| Reservations | By phone: 082-298-3196 (advance booking recommended) |
Day Bathing & Sauna (Paid)
Since April 1, 2026, the hotel's large public bath "NAGI" has extended its hours until 10:00 PM. The event day is no exception—guests can unwind at their own pace.
The bath is equipped with a sauna and cold plunge pool. The sauna features an automatic löyly system for high-temperature steam.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Hours | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Adults | ¥1,000 (tax included) |
| Children (under junior high school age) | ¥700 (tax included) |
DJ Night (Free Admission / Drinks for Sale)
In the evening, a DJ event takes over the space, open to all at no charge. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase at the front desk.
- Hours: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Tawarayama Machigoto Ryokan Festival Booth (Some Activities Paid)
A group company of the hotel, Tawarayama Machigoto Ryokan, is setting up a traditional festival (ennichi) booth with activities for visitors of all ages. Participation fees apply for individual activities.
Connected Event: Urban Cycle Parks Hiroshima Grand Opening Festival
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, April 18, 2026 |
| Hours | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Gates open 9:30 AM) |
| Part 1 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Part 2 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
Hotel Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Setouchi Cycle Stays Hiroshima Ujina |
| Address | 3-6-40 Ujina Kaigan, Minami-ku, Hiroshima City (inside Urban Cycle Parks Hiroshima, hotel wing) |
| Total Rooms | 123 rooms (bicycles can be brought into all rooms) |
| Opened | April 2026 |
| Parking | 97 flat spaces (free) / Large buses accepted (advance reservation required) |
| Booking | https://setouchi-cycle-stays-hiroshima.jp/ |
| https://www.instagram.com/setouchi_cycle_stays/ | |
| Phone | 082-298-3196 |
Access
From JR Hiroshima Station:
- Taxi: approximately 15 minutes
- Bus (Hiroshima Bus "Hiroshima Minato Shinsen"): approximately 30 minutes
- Streetcar (Hiroshima Electric Railway Line 5, via Hijiyama-shita, bound for Hiroshima Port): approximately 25 minutes, alight at "Ujina Gochome" stop, approximately 5-minute walk
From Hiroshima Bus Center:
- Taxi: approximately 20 minutes
- Streetcar (Hiroshima Electric Railway Line 1, bound for Hiroshima Port): board at "Kamiyacho Higashi" stop, approximately 35 minutes, alight at "Ujina Gochome" stop, approximately 5-minute walk
From Hiroshima Airport:
- Airport limousine bus to JR Hiroshima Station: approximately 45 minutes (then follow directions from JR Hiroshima Station above)
By Car:
- Approximately 50 minutes from Hiroshima Airport (Sanyo Expressway Kochi IC → Hiroshima Expressway Route 3 "Ujina Exit")
