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Floating pastel-colored gallery buildings at SIMOSE Art Museum reflected in a calm water basin, with a blue sky overhead.

Floating pastel-colored gallery buildings at SIMOSE Art Museum reflected in a calm water basin, with a blue sky overhead.

SIMOSE Art Museum: "The World’s Most Beautiful Museum" Hidden near Hiroshima

Just 30 minutes from Hiroshima, SIMOSE Art Museum is a mind-blowing fusion of art, architecture, and luxury. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winner Shigeru Ban, the complex features mirrored walls, floating galleries, and elegant villas—all set along the Seto Inland Sea. Whether for a day trip or overnight stay, SIMOSE is a world-class destination hiding in plain sight.

guntû: A Floating Ryokan Cruise Through Japan’s Seto Inland Sea

guntû: A Floating Ryokan Cruise Through Japan’s Seto Inland Sea

guntû: A Floating Ryokan Cruise Through Japan’s Seto Inland Sea

Experience luxury aboard Guntû, a floating ryokan offering serene Seto Inland Sea views, exquisite cuisine, and unparalleled tranquility.

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