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Miyajima (also known as Itsukushima) is a small island in the Seto Inland Sea. It is one of the most popular tourist spots in the Seto Inland Sea area, visited by many tourists for its World Heritage Site Itsukushima Shrine, abundant nature, and exquisite cuisine. Here are 10 sightseeing spots that you should visit when […]
Kure, an old port town with a long history of prosperity as a former naval base, is famous for its museums related to its history. In this issue, we will introduce 9 such spots in Kure that you should visit! Click here to learn more about Hiroshima What is Kure like? Kure City is a […]
What is Fukuyama City and Tomonoura? Fukuyama City is located in the easternmost part of Hiroshima Prefecture, in the center of the Seto Inland Sea coast, and is the eastern gateway to Hiroshima Prefecture. Tomonoura, located in Fukuyama City, is a retro port town that has been recognized as a Japanese Heritage site, and has […]
Anago (conger eel) -meshi (rice), a specialty of Miyajima, Hiroshima Prefecture, is a local dish also known as a taste of home cooked food in Hiroshima, and has been attracting attention not only from Hiroshima residents but also from tourists from outside the prefecture since it became popular as a Ekiben, a train station bento […]
What is Takehara City & Okunoshima Island? Takehara City is located in south-central Hiroshima Prefecture, facing the Seto Inland Sea and rich in nature. The historical landscape of the town is tasteful, and visitors can spend a relaxing time surrounded by the rich nature of the Seto Inland Sea. A small uninhabited island with a […]
What is the Shimanami Kaido? The Shimanami Kaido is a 60-km-long road connecting Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, and Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture, via bridges. The route was built to connect islands in the Seto Inland Sea by bridges, and along the way, visitors can enjoy spectacular views of the blue sea and islands rich in […]
Hiroshima is blessed with magnificent nature, including spectacular views of the Seto Inland Sea and unique islands. In this issue, we will introduce eight carefully selected romantic spots in Hiroshima! You’ll discover many places where you can enjoy both the daytime scenery and the sunset and nighttime illuminations, including castles, shrines, and gardens featuring captivating […]
Hiroshima okonomiyaki is a speciality dish for people in Hiroshima. Hiroshima Prefecture has the highest number of okonomiyaki restaurants per capita in Japan, and when you walk around the city center, you are sure to see one on every street, and in some places, entire buildings are filled with okonomiyaki restaurants. One of the best […]
Hiroshima Prefecture, which attracts tourists from all over the world, is the largest tourist city in the Seto Inland Sea region, home to two World Heritage Sites, the Atomic Bomb Dome and Itsukushima Shrine. Many popular spots are concentrated along the Seto Inland Sea coastline, where visitors can enjoy sightseeing while gazing at the calm, […]
Hiroshima Prefecture is full of fun sightseeing spots. In this issue, we will introduce five carefully selected spots, ranging from recommended spots where you can enjoy delicious gourmet food to unique islands rich in nature that you should visit along with sightseeing in the city! Enjoy your trip in Hiroshima, a city filled with a […]
If you are going to go sightseeing, you want to incorporate into your itinerary things that you can only see and experience during that time of the year. In this issue, we will introduce the conditions, events, and recommended spots in July in Fukuoka for those who are interested in such things. *The schedule of […]
Hiroshima is filled with park facilities, museums, and entertainment facilities that are perfect for family trips and for parents and children with young children. This article will introduce some family-friendly spots that children can also enjoy, and we hope you will find them useful for your trip. Click here to learn more about Hiroshima Museum […]