There is a lot of fun that can only be tasted in the cruise ship Gantu that travels through the Setouchi. We will introduce the attractiveness of the “Ganthus Journey” 10, such as the deliciousness of the Setouchi, the handiwork of the Setouchi, and the interior that blends into the scenery of the Setouchi.
"Ganthu's trip" is so wonderful
Amphibious plane to 1 port!
The departure and return port of Gantou is Bella Vista Marina located in Onomichi City, Hiroshima. There is also an option to transfer from Hiroshima Airport to the marina with an amphibious aircraft. Taste that can be seen from the sky and the sea
Japanese confectionery and Matcha made by Japanese confectioners in front of the second
In the lounge, which has a standing reception, Japanese confectionery supervised by Nara's "Shonsha" is served. The standard is fresh dried sweets and sencha out of the water with a little bit of rice dumpling in the finest Wanisanbon. The chestnut chestnuts on the left are seasonal Japanese sweets. Matcha is a pottery in Awaji city, the well tea bowl of Omae Satoru
Setouchi tea box to enjoy in 3 guest rooms
A variety of tea sets are also available for the rooms. For those who want to light tea, ask for the Gantu original "Setouchi tea box". It is a masterpiece packed with beautiful tools in a casket box made by Kyoto-based Japanese papermaker Hata no Tar. Hand-made Japanese sweets can be delivered to the room along with the tea box
4 Enjoy the night at the bar and deck too!
The counter facing the deck on the 3rd floor can be enjoyed as a cafe at daytime and a bar at night. There are cocktails using liqueurs of green mandarin orange, sakes from Hiroshima Prefecture, and original cocktails that image the islands of the Setouchi. I am moved by the scenery where the big gable roof which is the feature of Gantou is lighted up
5 Lovely and fluffy amenities
Towels are custom-made towels from Imabari, which Japan boasts. Fluffy specifications using the finest sea-island cotton. Bed linen is an original made of ultra-long cotton with a long fiber. Smooth and comfortable to the skin, yet light and warm. Amenity is organic skin care "THREE" using domestic ingredients
6 Interior that feels nature
The interior was also designed by Anri Horibe who designed the hull. The modern design that makes use of Japanese materials such as bamboo and Shishido is comfortable. The lounge chair is an original custom-made for Maruni woodwork in Hiroshima. It looks like it was in a classical hotel. Beautiful textile and steel legs that match the color of the sea
7 Ready! Enjoy the taste of the Seto
How happy you can taste the fish from the fishing port as you like with your favorite cooking method! The main dining room is supervised by the Japanese-style sashimi "Haeyoshi" in Harajuku. The fresh food of Setouchi is cooked according to the taste of each guest and the weather of the day. Not to mention Japanese food, authentic Napolitan and cutlets are also very popular. I can also order rice cakes and snacks for lunch. Breakfast is fresh setouchi fruits and grilled fish
8 Enchanting, relaxing on sand
The side deck on the third floor has an edge under a deep eave. I would like to enjoy sweetness such as the sky at noon and dried fish and sake at night. Yukata and Awa Shishiraori Obi and original slippers are also always provided in the guest rooms
9 Souvenirs of Gansu Handicraft
The ship's shop is lined with handicrafts in collaboration with local writers. The left is Awa's handmade Japanese paper letter set. The center uses a traditional fermented built-in dye, and a towel for Tokushima “Awa Aya Dye Studio”, the right is a tray of chestnut wood of Hiroshima “Sashimono Kagu Takahashi” and a tea pot set of Kagawa pottery and Taro Tajima
10 Overboard Experience with Tender Boats!
Along the way, it is also fun to participate in the "Outboard Experience" that touches the culture and everyday life of the Seto. We use small boats called tenter boats to return to and from ports and islands. Gantsu watching from the boat is also amazing!
guntû Gallery
The tour application for the cruise ship "Ganthu" is accepted at the "Ganthu Gallery" (reservation system) in the Imperial Hotel Main Building in Hibiya, Tokyo. 03-6823-6055 (10 to 18 o'clock) Wednesday closed
Contact: guntû Gallery
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