Simose Art Garden Villa, Otake
Ten one-of-a-kind villas by Shigeru Ban, beside an art museum.
Simose Art Garden Villa is a collection of ten one-of-a-kind villas designed by Shigeru Ban, set beside the SIMOSE art museum on the shores of Hiroshima Bay. It combines art, architecture and French dining in a place few travelers know.
For architecture and art lovers going beyond the classic route.
Where you’ll be
Otake is a small town on Hiroshima Bay, close to Iwakuni and its famous Kintai Bridge. Miyajima and Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park are within easy reach.
The stay
Each villa is architecturally unique, with views of the garden and the bay. The museum and the French restaurant are steps away, and the setting is peaceful and inspiring.
At a glance
- Where: Otake, Hiroshima Bay, Japan
- 10 villas
- Shigeru Ban design
- Art museum & French dining
- Best for: Art and architecture lovers
Make the most of it
- Visit Miyajima and the famous floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine.
- See the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum.
- Walk across the Kintai Bridge in nearby Iwakuni.
When to go
Late March to May for cherry blossoms; October to November for autumn leaves.
Planning more of the trip? I also feature this stay in my Fora's Hot List 2026.
Book it with me
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