Hiroshima

In Hiroshima City, Hiroshima, there are many famous tourists’ spots where you can learn about the past, present, and future of Hiroshima, such as Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, the Atomic Bomb Dome, and Orizuru Tower.

Tomonoura is located along the coast 14km south from Fukuyama Station. This place of scenic beauty has long been a port where boats wait for a favorable wind, and it is even mentioned in poems in the Manyoshu, an ancient collection of Japanese poems.

The spectacular clear streams and greenery of the massive Sandankyo Gorge stretch for around 16km from the entrance of the gorge to the Hijiri Lake. It is designated as the special scenic spot of the country, you can enjoy the fantastic appearance of fireflies flying in summer and autumn leaves in autumn.

Saijo stands shoulder to shoulder with the famous sake brewing regions, Nada and Fushimi. In the vicinity of JR Saijo Station, seven sake breweries are still in operation.

Okonomimura is located in the Shintenchi district of Naka Ward in Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture. Here is where you'll find famous restaurants serving Hiroshima-yaki—Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancakes) layered with yakisoba (fried noodles). Enjoy dining on these local favorites while you converse with the chef and watch your food being cooked on the griddle in front of you. With numerous restaurants housed together in one small building, Okonomimura also offers a...

Itsukushima Shrine has an impressive appearance befitting its status as one of Japan’s top shrines. This majestic work of architectural beauty has perfected Shinden-zukuri style and has a bold and unique structure over the sea.