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The Atomic Bomb Dome and Itsukushima Shrine (both World Heritage) stand side by side. The islands of the Seto Inland Sea, oysters, and momiji manju sweets are beloved.

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Hiroshima Kenmin no Mori Onsen

A leisure facility at the foot of Mt Hiba offering highland nature and a hot spring.

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Shioya Onsen Honoyu Rakurakuen

A super sento in Hiroshima city with free-flowing source water and many kinds of baths.

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Nukui Onsen Nukui Springs

A lone-inn hot spring near Sandankyo with an open-air bath and pour-bath, open for day use

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Tomonoura Onsen Hotel Oufutei

A Tomonoura hot spring facing Sensuijima, with an open-air bath overlooking the Seto Inlan

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Onomichi Onsen Onomichi Minatokan

A waterfront inn within walking distance of Onomichi Station with natural radium hot sprin

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Kimita Onsen Mori no Izumi

A renewed onsen in Miyoshi known for skin-friendly bicarbonate water in rural Kimita.

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Manten no Yu Kabe Branch

A large day-use hot spring in northern Hiroshima with many baths and an open-air rock bath

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Yunoyama Onsen Yunoyama Onsenkan

A historic bathhouse famed for a rare cascading pour-bath in the Chugoku region.

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Yuki Onsen Kokumin Shukusha Yuki Lodge

A thousand-year-old hot spring in Hiroshima city backcountry, with a free-flowing open-air

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Miyahama Onsen Benimansaku no Yu

A day-use hot spring on the Ono-seto coast facing Miyajima, with sea-view open-air baths.

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Bikkuri Manju: A Humble Steamed Treat Loved in Onomichi

Onomichis bikkuri manju is a steamed bun packed generously with sweet bean paste.

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Hassaku Daifuku: A Citrus Filled Sweet Born on Innoshima

Born on Innoshima, hassaku daifuku wraps tangy citrus and white bean paste in mochi.

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Gansu: Hiroshimas Spicy Fish Cutlet

Gansu is a Hiroshima fish cutlet, a breaded fish paste fritter with a hint of chili.

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Momiji Manju: The Charming Maple Leaf Sweet of Miyajima

Born on Miyajima, momiji manju are maple shaped cakes filled with bean paste and more.

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Setouchi Lemon: Bright Citrus Flavors Coloring Hiroshima Cuisine

Hiroshima leads Japan in lemons, used in dishes and sweets across the Setouchi region.

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Onomichi Ramen: A Port Towns Soy Based Bowl with Pork Fat

Onomichi ramen blends a fish based soy broth with floating bits of pork back fat.

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Hiroshima Tsukemen: Cold Noodles in an Addictive Spicy Dip

Hiroshima tsukemen pairs chilled noodles with a fiery dip and plenty of vegetables.

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Miyajima Anago Meshi: A Famous Bowl of Grilled Conger Eel

Miyajimas signature dish layers savory grilled conger eel over seasoned rice.

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Hiroshima Oysters: Rich Treasures Raised by the Seto Inland Sea

Hiroshima leads Japan in oyster output, served grilled, steamed and many other ways.

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Hiroshima Okonomiyaki: The Citys Beloved Layered Savory Pancake

A guide to Hiroshima style okonomiyaki, layered with cabbage, noodles and a crepe.

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Saijo Sake Breweries and Taishakukyo Gorge One Day Course

Tour the sake breweries of Saijo, then head out to the natural bridge and gorge of Taishak

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Tomonoura Half Day Stroll Through a Tide Waiting Port Town

Thirty minutes from Fukuyama, a relaxed half day walk around the old harbor of Tomonoura.

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Onomichi Old Temples and Shimanami Kaido Cycling One Day Course

Walk the hillside temples of Onomichi, then cross to the islands by bike on the Shimanami

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Miyajima One Day Course for Itsukushima Shrine and Mount Misen

A royal road plan crossing by ferry to the great torii, the shrine, the mountain and stree

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Hiroshima City One Day Course of Peace and Castle Town

A classic one day plan from the A Bomb Dome to the castle, garden and okonomiyaki at night

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Onbashi at Taishakukyo, a Giant Natural Arch Called the Bridge of the Gods

A natural bridge 90 meters long, the largest in Japan, embraced by an 18 kilometer gorge,

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Mitakidera, an Autumn Foliage Temple of Three Waterfalls in Hiroshima City

An old temple on Mount Mitaki said to be founded by Kobo Daishi, a hidden autumn foliage s

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Amanoiwakura Jingu, a Sacred Site of Rock Worship without a Main Hall

A mountaintop sanctuary in Akitakata with no main hall, where massive rocks themselves are

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Nunakuma Jinja, an Ancient Engishiki Shrine Watching over Tomonoura

The guardian deity of Tomonoura, founded in prayer for safety at sea, an ancient Engishiki

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Sensuijima, a Healing Island off Tomonoura Adorned with Five Colored Rocks

An uninhabited island so beautiful it is said even hermits are enchanted, lined with five

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Hichi Susa Jinja, a Bingo Three Gion Shrine Preserving One of Japan Largest Portable Shrines

One of the three Gion shrines of Bingo, dedicated to Susanoo, preserving a portable shrine

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Tsuruhane Jinja, a Guardian Shrine for Good Matches near Hiroshima Station

The local guardian shrine of Higashi Ward, loved since the Kamakura era, known for good ma

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Shioya Jinja, a Guiding Deity Shrine for Good Matches in Itsukaichi

An old shrine to Sarutahiko, the deity who guides things toward the good, known for blessi

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Joseidaki, a Three Tiered Waterfall and the Only Hiroshima Entry on the List of Japan Top Waterfalls

Plunging 126 meters in three tiers, this is the finest waterfall in Hiroshima, its roar wa

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Ashitakeyama, the Sacred Mountain of Shobara with a Japanese Pyramid Legend

A mysterious mountain that looks triangular from every direction, dotted with massive ston

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Hiroshima Winter Travel 2026: Snowy Miyajima, Hiroshima Castle & Yuki Onsen

広島の冬の楽しみ方を紹介。宮島雪景色・広島城・湯来温泉など、冬ならではの体験が待っています。

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Hiroshima Autumn Foliage 2026: Taishakukyo, Sandankyo & Jinseki Highland

広島の紅葉スポットを厳選紹介。帝釈峡・三段峡・神石高原など、秋の絶景をお楽しみください。

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Hiroshima Cherry Blossom Guide: Best Sakura Spots

Discover the most beautiful cherry blossom spots in Hiroshima. Spring sakura viewing guide

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Hiroshima Local Gourmet Guide: Okonomiyaki

Discover Hiroshima''s unique local cuisine including お好み焼き. A food lover''s guide to the b

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Rainy Day in Hiroshima: Best Indoor Spots & Activities

Don't let the rain stop you in Hiroshima! Discover top indoor attractions including 広島平和記念

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Hiroshima Food Guide: Okonomiyaki, Oysters & Mazesoba

Hiroshima's layered okonomiyaki is distinct from all other versions. Add world-class oyste

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Itsukushima Shrine and Miyajima: Aki's Miyajima Where World Heritage Floating Torii Shines

Miyajima (Itsukushima) in Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima is a UNESCO World Heritage island kn

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Hiroshima Okonomiyaki: Layered Savory Pancake Piled with Ingredients, Soul Food on the Iron Plate

Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, unlike Osaka's style, is characterized by "layered grilling"

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Onomichi: Hillside Town and Cinema Sacred Site, Cat and Temple Tour Overlooking Seto Inland Sea

Onomichi City, Hiroshima is known as a city of slopes, temples, and cinema. Its unique lan

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Shimanami Kaido: Spectacular Cycling Road Crossing the Seto Inland Sea

The "Nishiseto Expressway (Shimanami Kaido)" connecting Onomichi, Hiroshima and Imabari, E

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Hiroshima City Recovery and Peace: Message Conveyed by Atomic Bomb Dome and Peace Memorial Park

Hiroshima City is a city of peace that magnificently recovered from the 1945 atomic bombin

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Kure City and Battleship Yamato: Learning Japan's Modern and Contemporary History at Naval History Town

Kure City, Hiroshima is a naval port city that flourished as a Japanese Navy base. The "Ya

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Tomonoura: The Setting of Ponyo, Waiting Tide Port Retaining Edo-Period Port Town Atmosphere

Tomonoura in Fukuyama City, Hiroshima is an atmospheric port town with remaining Edo-perio

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Saijo Sake Brewery Street: Tasting SAKE at Red Brick Sake Breweries, One of Japan's Three Great Sake Regions

Saijo in Higashihiroshima City, Hiroshima is one of Japan's three great sake regions along

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Miyajima Autumn Foliage and Oysters: Enjoying the Island's Autumn with Autumn Leaf Viewing and Ocean Bounty

Miyajima's autumn in Hiroshima offers vibrant foliage at Momijidani Valley and delicious o

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Fukuyama Castle and the Rose City: Castle Visible from Shinkansen Platform and One Million Roses

Fukuyama Castle in Fukuyama City, Hiroshima is a castle built right next to JR Fukuyama St

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Sandankyo Gorge: Remote Spot of Chugoku Mountains, Spectacular Valley Woven by Cliffs and Deep Pools

Sandankyo Gorge in Aki-Ota Town, Yamagata District, Hiroshima is designated as a National

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Sera Highland and Agricultural Park: Tourism Farm Enjoying Flowers and Fruits of Northern Hiroshima Prefecture

Sera Highland in Sera Town, Sera District, Hiroshima is a tourist destination with agricul

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Akitakata City and Yoshida Koriyama Castle: Visiting the Warring States Castle Town Associated with Mori Motonari

Akitakata City, Hiroshima is the base of Warring States warlord Mori Motonari, famous for

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Sightseeing🍂 Autumn

Miyoshi and Shobara: Enjoying Fog, Hibagon, and Thousand-Year Cherry Blossoms in the Depths of the Chugoku Mountains

Miyoshi City and Shobara City in northern Hiroshima Prefecture is an area with unique natu

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Hatsukaichi and Oono Natural Park: Enjoying Nature and Gourmet at the Gateway to Miyajima

Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima is known as the gateway to Miyajima, while also being a nature

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Innoshima and Murakami Naval Forces: Learning History of Maritime Warriors on a Shimanami Kaido Island

Innoshima, belonging to Onomichi City, Hiroshima is an island in the middle of Shimanami K

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Takehara: The Little Kyoto of Aki with Preserved White-Walled Streets

Takehara prospered through salt production in the Edo period and retains its beautiful whi

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Etajima Island: Former Naval Academy and Beautiful Island Nature

Etajima retains the historic buildings of the Naval Academy that trained officers of the I

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Mihara: Octopus Cuisine and Historic Castle Town Charm

Mihara City is famous for octopus raised in the rich Seto Inland Sea. This castle town kno

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Hiroshima Carp Culture: The Sacred Ground of the Red Helmets Loved by Citizens

The Hiroshima Toyo Carp is the heart and soul of Hiroshima citizens. From the history of t

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Atomic Bomb Dome and Peace Memorial Park — A Journey of History and Peace

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Atomic Bomb Dome and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, a sobe

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Miyajima Misen — The Mystical Energy of Hiroshima's Sacred Mountain

Hike Mt. Misen on Miyajima island, where eternal sacred fires have burned for 1,200 years

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Itsukushima Shrine — The World Heritage Shrine with the Floating Great Torii Gate

Behold the iconic floating torii gate of UNESCO World Heritage Itsukushima Shrine on Miyaj

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Onomichi and Shimanami Kaido — A Scenic Route of Sea, Bridges, and Islands

Cycle or drive the famous Shimanami Kaido from Onomichi, crossing six islands via stunning