About
About us
On the beautiful island of Ikuchijima — Setoda, along the Shimanami Kaido.
Near the Shiomachi Shopping Street lies Onzo, an inn where travelers meet locals.
Our name comes from the Analects of Confucius: "onkochishin" (温故知新, learning anew by studying the old) reimagined as "onkososhin" (温故創新, creating anew by studying the old) — shortened to "Onzo."
Here, you can go beyond sightseeing to truly connect with local people
and experience the culture, history, and nature unique to Setoda — weaving your own story.
All private rooms. No curfew. Noon checkout.
Come to this island fragrant with lemons, and spin the story of your journey.
Three Threads
Weaving Locals & Travelers
By traveling as if you lived here, you build real connections — becoming truly at home in Setoda and the Shimanami islands. We also work to help residents feel even more proud of their island.
Weaving New Work
Creating new kinds of work and business through collaboration.
Weaving Past & Future
Passing Setoda's history, culture, and landscape on to the future.
"A guesthouse of stories, where travelers meet the local world."
Meet the Owner
Reo Fujita
Owner of Onzo. Former teacher at Setoda High School.
I love Setoda so much that I chose to stay and live here. I started Onzo with a simple wish: to share the true charm of this place with travelers. Please talk with the locals, and find your own story of Setoda.