Hiroshima Setouchi Nomad Fest 2026
Yohaku — Feel Your Growth.
About
What is the Hiroshima Setouchi Nomad Fest 2026?
Japan’s most nomad-friendly long-stay gathering, designed by nomads, for nomads.
Hiroshima City (Main Week)
Oct 11– Oct 25: Urban + Connection
Networking, workshops, and cultural immersion in a vibrant city.
Weekend activities explore Hiroshima’s rich nature.
Matsuyama City
(Setouchi Retreat)
Oct 25 – Nov 1: Retreat + Everyday Life
Just a ferry ride from Hiroshima.
Hot springs, castles, and literary culture in a nostalgic town.
What Makes Hiroshima & Setouchi Special
🏙Urban convenience
🌿Abundant nature
🤝Warm and welcoming people
What You Will Experience
✅ More than networking — connect with locals and the culture
✅ More than a trip — live the Hiroshima lifestyle
✅ More than a party — get inspired to design your own lifestyle
Theme
Yohaku – Feel Your Growth.
“Yohaku” (余白) is a Japanese word for “blank space” or “margin.”
At this event, Yohaku means:
🧘♀️ Time to pause, reflect, and grow
🤝 Space to connect with others
🌅 Room to slow down and enjoy simple moments
This event invites you to experience Hiroshima not as a tourist,
but as if you lived here.
Through encounters and conversations across cultures, each moment can become a spark for growth.
Schedule
October is one of the best seasons to experience Hiroshima and the Setouchi region.
Work on weekdays, connect with locals and culture, and explore together on weekends!
🎉 Welcome gatherings & community dinners
🏯 Cultural experiences & connections with local residents
🌏 Skill-sharing sessions & workshops (JP/EN)
🍁 Outdoor activities and island trips around the Setouchi region
Pass
Hiroshima Pass
October 11 – 25, 2026
| Super Early Bird (Until Jun 30th) Regular Price | $220 $330 |
Matsuyama Pass
October 25 – November 1, 2026
| Super Early Bird (Until Jun 30th) Regular Price | $160 $270 |
All Access Pass
October 11 – November 1, 2026
| Super Early Bird (Until Jun 30th) Regular Price | $280 $420 |
All Passes include a Welcome Party, Farewell Party, access to the participant community, and HSNF 2026 original T-shirt & novelty item.
The T-shirt and novelty item are included only for tickets purchased by September 15.
All Access Pass includes Welcome Parties and Farewell Parties in both the Hiroshima Area and Matsuyama / Setouchi Area.
Coworking space access, transportation, accommodation, meals, drinks, entrance fees, paid experiences, and other personal expenses are not included.
Please check the Pass Information & Important Notes.
Team
Shoko Hirose (Shokopan)
Host
Raised in Hiroshima. Currently a copywriter for a global airline. Founded Digital Nomads Hiroshima. Hosted Japan’s first long-stay nomad event led by individual nomads in Hiroshima.
Maria Yamazaki (Maria)
Project Manager
Certified Community Manager with the Japan Digital Nomad Association. Supporting nomad communities across Japan, Taiwan, and beyond, guided by the motto of love and connection, and helping more people live life on their own terms.
Yuri Shigemasa (Yuri)
Creative director
Creator based in Japan and Korea, guided by what moves the heart. Exploring creativity through design and animation. Connecting communities like Nomadnia, Hoppers and Colive Fukuoka.
Miyabi Tsujimoto (Miyabi)
Community Manager
Leading tourism events for international students during university. Supporting web projects, regional media, and business meetups as a freelance while living a multi-base lifestyle.
Mari Sato (Mari)
Cultural Interpreter
Freelance web designer and developer. Travels Japan in a self renovated van, sharing nomadic and local living. Community manager for digital nomad events in Shirahama and Nishi Izu.
Kanna Takeichi (Kan-chan)
Local Coordinator
Local coordinator and digital nomad living a multi-base lifestyle. Promotes Ehime in her own style while sharing travel-inspired daily life and travel tips.
Sponsor & Partners
Sponsors and partners will be announced soon.
Interested in sponsorship or have any questions?
FAQ
How do I get to Hiroshima & Matsuyama?
Shinkansen (Bullet Train)
Hiroshima is easily accessible via the high-speed Shinkansen between Osaka (Shin-Osaka) and Fukuoka (Hakata).
It’s a quick and convenient option from major cities along the Tokaido-Sanyo Line.
Hiroshima Airport (HIJ)
Direct domestic flights from:
✈️ Tokyo (Haneda & Narita)
✈️ Sapporo (New Chitose)
✈️ Sendai
✈️ Okinawa (Naha)
Direct international flights from:
✈️ Seoul (Incheon)
✈️ Cheongju
✈️ Taipei (Taoyuan)
✈️ Shanghai (Pudong)
✈️ Hong Kong
✈️ Hanoi
Access to Matsuyama🍊
Matsuyama Airport (MYJ)
Direct domestic flights from:
✈️ Tokyo (Haneda & Narita)
✈️ Osaka (Itami)
✈️ Nagoya (Chubu Centrair)
✈️ Fukuoka ✈️ Kagoshima
✈️ Okinawa (Naha)
Direct international flights from:
✈️ Seoul (Incheon)
✈️ Busan
✈️ Taipei (Taoyuan)
✈️ Shanghai
From Hiroshima to Matsuyama
On October 25, 2026, participants will move from Hiroshima to Matsuyama by ferry across the Seto Inland Sea 🚢 ※Ferry fare is not included in the pass. Details on booking will be shared after you purchase your pass.
What’s included in the pass price?
✅ Welcome Party
✅ Farewell Party
✅ Participant community access
✅ Access to HSNF2026 official programs in your pass area
✅ HSNF2026 original T-shirt and novelty items for eligible purchases made by September 15, 2026
For All Access Pass holders, the pass includes the Welcome Party and Farewell Party in both the Hiroshima area and the Matsuyama / Setouchi area.
Some partner events, workshops, meetups, and cultural experiences may be included in the pass. Details will be announced on each event page.
Not included:
❌ Accommodation
❌ Transportation
❌ Meals and drinks
❌ Coworking space access
❌ Entrance fees
❌ Paid experiences
Is accommodation included in the pass?
Please arrange your own stay.
If you plan to join the full program, we recommend booking accommodation for the following periods:
・Hiroshima: October 11–25, 2026
・Matsuyama: October 25–November 1, 2026
Accommodation information and recommendations may be shared separately, but accommodation fees are not included in the pass price.
Can I join for just one area or a few days?
If you would like to join the Hiroshima area only, please choose the Hiroshima Pass.
The Hiroshima program runs from October 11 to 25, 2026.
If you would like to join the Matsuyama / Setouchi area only, please choose the Matsuyama Pass.
The Matsuyama / Setouchi program runs from October 25 to November 1, 2026.
If you would like to join both areas, please choose the All Access Pass.
Still have questions?
Please contact us via WhatsApp.
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