The view from the living room is like a large painting.
The view from the windows of "Secret Pool Villa Seji Okinawa Bise (hereinafter referred to as Seji)," a private villa located amidst the Fukugi tree-lined streets of Bise in northern Okinawa Prefecture, is a breathtaking sight that only guests can enjoy.
Enjoy the luxury of having the Okinawan sea all to yourself, as it changes with the time of day—morning, noon, evening, and night.

1. The breathtaking scenery of Seji

Beyond the wooden floor lies an infinity pool, and beyond that, the beautiful Okinawan sea.
As the large sun sinks into the sea, the silhouette of Ie Island appears much more pronounced.
As darkness falls, the sound of the waves becomes more prominent. The repeating ripples and the shimmering surface of the sea illuminated by moonlight create a time for mental detoxification in the evening.

The breathtaking scenery of Seji changes its appearance with each passing hour—morning, noon, and night—making every moment a must-see.

2. Stay in Seji

Seji is located along the coast within the Bise Fukugi tree-lined street in Motobu Town.

The building's exterior is very simple. This naturally raises expectations about where in the building that you can see that view.
There are no permanent staff members on site, so please call a staff member as soon as you arrive.
You will enter the building guided by a staff member and receive instructions and information regarding rules and regulations.
Upon entering the house, you'll find a spacious hallway and, to the right, a Japanese-style room with Okinawan Ryukyu tatami mats.
The Japanese-style room is available for groups of 3 or more, and the main rooms are on the second floor. You still can't see the sea.
The floor is made from Ulin wood, which is over 50 years old and unavailable domestically. A rocking chair greets you when you open the door.
The tasteful arrangement of Okinawan-style furnishings and modern furniture enhances the feeling of being away from the everyday.

As I walked further into the room, I glanced to my left and... the breathtaking view I had been waiting for unfolded before me.
Blue sky, infinity pool, and blue sea.
Ie Island stands tall in the distance.

As I gazed at it slowly, I felt as if I myself had been dyed in the blue of the Okinawan sea.
In addition to tea and coffee, the minibar refrigerator was stocked with a wide variety of chilled drinks, including jasmine tea, Orion beer, and shikwasa juice.
Sipping coffee or alcohol... sitting by the poolside, enjoying the view, it's a time to detox your mind and body.

There was a shower room on the first floor, but the second floor had a bathroom, toilet, sink, and vanity.
The large window in the bathroom offers a view of a row of Fukugi trees, a stark contrast to the view from the living room. Strangely, it feels like I'm being recharged with energy.

Since we were there, we decided to have a cozy dinner at Seji. We enjoyed shabu-shabu made with Agu pork, which we ordered from "Nakijin Agu and Okinawan Cuisine Ryukyu Millennium Pig," a restaurant in Yomitan that serves as a world heritage site for eating.

Nakijin Agu pork is a breed of pig created by crossbreeding purebred native black pigs, and its meat has been recognized as a World Heritage food, "Ark of Taste = Arka".

We enjoyed a luxurious dinner while watching the sunset, featuring five different types of Nakijin Agu pork, three small dishes made with pork, and local island vegetables.

In addition to shabu-shabu, they also offer creative French dinners and creative bento boxes, with dinner courses that focus on local ingredients, or "10-mile food."

The main bed is king-size and positioned to offer breathtaking views.
Apparently, the pool can be enjoyed all year round.
The moonlight was so beautiful that I didn't want to fall asleep.

The next morning, breakfast was delivered in a three-tiered, lidded Balinese-style basket.
Since we're here, let's have a little picnic on a bench by the poolside.
My stay ended all too quickly, and I left Seji with a heavy heart.

Sightseeing around Seji

Fukugi tree-lined street in Bise, Motobu Town

The rows of Fukugi trees have protected the village as a windbreak. The sandy path covered with the leaves of Fukugi trees that are hundreds of years old has such a great atmosphere that it's a popular location for photo shoots. There are stylish cafes scattered along the Fukugi avenue, and you can enjoy renting a bicycle or riding a water buffalo cart on weekends.

Ocean Expo Park (Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium)

Ocean Expo Park, home to the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, a quintessential Okinawan tourist attraction, is just a 5-minute drive from Seji. In addition to the aquarium, Ocean Expo Park is packed with spots where you can experience Okinawa's nature and culture, including dolphin shows, beaches, a botanical garden, and a planetarium.

Bisezaki

Located just a 3-minute walk from Segi, Bisezaki is a popular spot for snorkeling and exploring the tide pools. Thanks to a small island offshore, the waves are relatively calm, and you can see fish right away from the shore. The waterline is rocky, so wear marine shoes or sports sandals.

In addition, there are many other tourist spots full of Okinawan charm around Seji, such as the World Heritage Site Nakijin Castle Ruins (11 minutes by car), Sesoko Island (15 minutes by car), and Tokuchi Port (15 minutes by car), from which ferries to Minna Island depart.

Seji Basic Information

[Important points regarding accommodation]
There is no parking available on the premises.
Park at the Bisezaki parking lot operated by Motobu Town, and it's a 2-3 minute walk from there.
Parking costs 500 yen per day.
*For a 1-night, 2-day stay, you will need to pay for both the check-in and check-out days.
Additionally, part of the path from the parking lot to Secret Pool Villa Seji Okinawa Bise is a gravel road.
Due to the depth of the pool, we regret that we cannot accommodate preschool-aged children.