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Articles about 「Chugoku, Shikoku」「Tourist Attractions」

  • Hiroshima Prefecture has long flourished as the center of the Chugoku-Shikoku region. The city center is crowded with cutting-edge shopping malls and a bustling downtown area, while a little further out in the suburbs, you will find a rich natural environment. In addition to Hiroshima City, there are also bases in Onomichi, Kure, and Takehara, each with its own unique characteristics. During the war, Kure City was a naval base, and the atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima City, a tragedy unthinkable in today's peaceful world. Hiroshima Prefecture, with such a long history, has been the setting for many anime and drama series. In this issue, we will introduce some of the anime that take place in Hiroshima Prefecture.

    2022-04-13 Management office

  • Hiroshima's "Saijo "is one of the three major sake breweries in Japan, along with Kyoto's "Fushimi "and Hyogo's "Nada ". Hiroshima Prefecture has long been famous for its sake, and there are sake breweries not only in Saijo but throughout the prefecture. Many people from inside and outside the prefecture visit sake breweries in search of delicious sake. We will now introduce four sake breweries in Hiroshima that you can visit and that brew delicious sake!

    2022-03-22 Management office

  • Okayama, where the Shinkansen bullet train stops, has everything. However, if you come to Okayama for sightseeing, we recommend that you see things that can only be seen in Okayama. You can also enjoy delicious gourmet meals, such as oyster yaki, ramen, hormone yakisoba (fried noodles with hormone), and other specialties. We will introduce such attractive sightseeing spots in Okayama. Please refer to them as reference for sightseeing in Okayama.

    2022-01-12 Management office

  • There are many sightseeing spots in Shimane, such as Izumo-taisha Shrine, Yaegaki Shrine, and Tamatsukuri Onsen Hot Springs, which offer many benefits to make your love come true and heal you. We will introduce only the spots that you should keep in mind when sightseeing in Shimane.

    2022-01-11 Management office

  • Tottori, with its many sights to see, is a sightseeing spot with many places to eat and play. There are many sightseeing spots where you can have special experiences such as riding a camel at the Tottori Sand Dunes or drinking authentic Chinese tea in a Chinese garden. Here are some of the best sightseeing spots in Tottori.

    2022-01-07 Management office

  • Kagawa Prefecture is home to the Setouchi Art Festival and other artistic islands. There is also an abundance of habit-forming gourmet foods such as udon and chicken on the bone, making for a hindu and enjoyable trip. Kagawa Prefecture itself is known for its compactness, but we will introduce some of our recommended tourist attractions so that you can efficiently visit the spots you never want to miss.

    2021-12-13 Management office

  • Tokushima Prefecture is located in the southeast of Shikoku and is famous for Naruto's whirlpools and the Awa Odori dance. In this issue, we have collected 7 recommended sightseeing spots that you should definitely visit when traveling in Tokushima Prefecture. We also recommend some sightseeing spots for first-time Tokushima travelers and for sightseeing in off-the-beaten-track areas, so please take a look at them.

    2021-12-10 Management office

  • Yamaguchi Prefecture is located at the southernmost tip of Honshu. There are many attractive sightseeing spots, including historical spots such as the Kanmon Straits, where historical events took place, and Hagi, which produced many warriors from the end of the Edo period to the Meiji period, as well as areas overflowing with nature. Here are seven sightseeing spots that you should not miss when you are lost in Yamaguchi.

    2021-12-10 Management office

  • As the summer heat fades away, the pleasantly mild autumn season has arrived. In Japan autumn is perceived as the season of excellent cuisine, reading, and sports, but it is also seen as the best season for travel. With the Covid pandemic raging on, outdoor activities and nature walks are becoming more and more popular as ways to relax and refresh yourself. Due to its location and rich nature, surrounded by mountains and facing the Seto Inland Sea, Hiroshima is gaining popularity as a travel destination. Especially in the fall season, there are many spots where you can enjoy viewing the autumn leaves. This special feature will introduce you to some of the wonderful experiences in Hiroshima for you to enjoy.

    2021-09-22 Management office

  • The rainy season has finally ended and it’s time to enjoy the summer. How will you spend your summer vacation this year? We believe it is not an overstatement to say that most of us are worn out and tired both physically and mentally due to the constant lockdowns and isolations. We could all use a bit of a break and refresh a bit in the majestic outdoors. For all those who feel like that we bring a special feature focusing on must-go places in Hiroshima, where you can do just that! Hiroshima is most famous for its two World Heritage sites, the Atomic Dome and Itsukushima Shrine. But there is much more to the city, with just a few steps you can find yourself out of the bustling city and in the grand nature that surrounds it. Outdoor activities that let you relax and unwind are becoming extremely popular and in this special feature we would like to introduce you to our pick of top 5 outdoor activities in and around Hiroshima.

    2021-07-12 Management office

  • The Geihoku area of Hiroshima Prefecture is characterized by an environment filled with nature, and is dotted with numerous wineries as well as parks and farms. It is a spacious sightseeing area that makes use of the vast land, and is popular with families. In addition, the area offers spectacular scenery, including the abundance of grass and trees in the spring and the autumn leaves in the fall. Each tourist destination also offers many experiences and tours that make the most of nature. In this issue, we will introduce 12 recommended sightseeing spots in the Geihoku area.

    2021-06-14 Management office

  • The Bingo area, located on the Seto Inland Sea side of Hiroshima Prefecture, is home to many tourist attractions, including Seapark Ohama. "There are a wide variety of tourist attractions, from historical buildings to nature, such as the ruins of Mihara Castle ", which is the largest castle ruins in the city, and the Sera Plateau with its beautiful flowers and plants, making it possible to enjoy a fulfilling sightseeing tour by visiting several places. In addition, visitors can stay overnight by the sea at Sea Park Ohama and enjoy the Seto Inland Sea at night. In this issue, we will introduce nine recommended sightseeing spots in the Bingo area.

    2021-06-11 Management office

  • Hiroshima City also offers many opportunities to experience nature and outdoor activities. You can play to your heart's content in the Setouchi's unique sea, the headwaters of rivers, forests with lots of nature left, and islands in the Setouchi area, so why not have a pleasant experience while feeling nature?

    2021-05-27 Management office

  • We have gathered together a full range of facilities where visitors can experience the historical and other aspects of Japanese culture in Hiroshima City. There are also a few places in Japan where you can experience the spirit of Japanese culture, all of which are available for you to learn about. There are some that are easy to participate in and others that require a lot of energy, so be sure to give them a try!

    2021-05-26 Management office

  • Hiroshima has many traditional crafts that have been handed down over the years. All of them are first-rate crafts that have been polished over time, and some of the best traditional crafts in Japan can be found in Hiroshima's unique products. As "The Hiroshima Brand," Hiroshima's traditional crafts are being introduced to the world, and there is a wide range of traditional crafts, from fashionable items to items that you will want to use for a long time. Some of these traditional crafts of the Hiroshima brand can be seen actually being made, and some can be experienced, so please visit a traditional Hiroshima craft facility to see for yourself.

    2021-05-24 Management office

  • The night view can be a bit of a refreshing change of pace. Even if you don't usually think about it, stopping and looking at the night view can help you relax and unwind. We have collected night view spots in Hiroshima where you can see such night views. We have collected a variety of night views from above and factory night view spots where you can look up and see the night view.

    2021-05-21 Management office

  • You can leave behind your own unique photos, taken from your own angle of nature, art, and other formative objects, as well as historic shrines. Some of them can only be taken at this moment, but others can be created by you. Then as much as possible, isn't it also important to find a place where you can take pictures in a way that looks good? Here are some of Hiroshima's Instagram-worthy spots that will make your wish come true. Why don't you go out to leave your best picture taken in Hiroshima?

    2021-05-19 Management office

  • Art
    There are many art museums and art galleries in Hiroshima, including the Setouchi Art Festival. Here we introduce museums that are not formal and can be enjoyed in a relaxed atmosphere, so if you have a favorite museum, please visit it!

    2021-05-18 Management office

  • In fact, there are not many temples and shrines left in Hiroshima. This is because they were lost in the atomic bombing. However, there are still some historic temples and shrines, and we have collected some temples and shrines with great scenery that you should definitely visit and see. All of the temples and shrines have their own charms and are temples and shrines to be enjoyed, so please visit them!

    2021-05-17 Management office

  • There are four representative downtown areas in Hiroshima. From these four, there are three more adjacent shopping districts, making a total of seven. Every mecca has its own unique characteristics, and we will introduce you to seven downtown areas, introducing you to some of the best restaurants and specialties. We hope you enjoy your night in Hiroshima!

    2021-05-14 Management office

  • If you come to Hiroshima, there are some historical landmarks that you should definitely visit. They are some of the few places where you can experience the history of Hiroshima, so we have gathered together as many as possible for you to see and return home. Some of them are only open to the public seasonally, so be sure to pay attention to when they are open to the public.

    2021-05-13 Management office

  • Some people think of Hiroshima only in terms of the Atomic Bomb Dome, but there are many healing spots in Hiroshima. We would like to introduce such sightseeing spots in Hiroshima that will heal you, so please visit them. Experience the islands of the Seto Inland Sea and other experiences that you can only have here. I am sure you will be glad you went to Hiroshima. The Setouchi area, with its mild and pleasant climate and many sunny days, has become a place where many people move to. Please pay attention to the trip not only for the scenery but also for the five senses, and try sightseeing.

    2021-04-22 Management office

  • Even the tourist attractions that you usually visit will look completely different if you visit them during the cherry blossom season. Because the scenery can only be seen for a short period of time, it makes a strong impression, is memorable, and looks great in photos. This is the best season to preserve memories that are only available now! We have collected some of the most beautiful cherry blossom viewing spots in Hiroshima City.

    2021-04-13 Management office

  • Fukuyama City is actually an area with a lot to see and do, with a lot of history and leisure activities. Here is a condensed list of some of the most important sightseeing spots in Fukuyama City. Please refer to it when sightseeing in Fukuyama.

    2021-04-09 Management office

  • Kure is a city facing the Seto Inland Sea and is characterized by the presence of a large Maritime Self Defense Force base. It is a popular tourist spot with submarines that can only be seen here, as well as a submarine museum and science museum. Visitors are encouraged to experience the romance of the Maritime Self-Defense Force, which protects the sea in a way that is not often seen. This article will introduce some of Kure City's not-to-be-missed tourist attractions related to the sea.

    2021-04-08 Management office

  • Onomichi, facing the Seto Inland Sea, is not only home to the Shimanami Kaido. Of course, it is not only world-famous for its cycling paths, but also for its historic retro townscape, with its fashionable old houses and stores in warehouses, there are many hidden gems. Surrounded by traditional elegance and works of art that could be considered cutting-edge even today, why not embark on a journey to see for yourself the items that have been carefully selected to heighten your senses?

    2021-04-08 Management office

  • Bingo was originally a local administrative division of Japan, dividing Kibi, a country under the ritsuryo system, into Bizen, Bicchu, and Bingo. We have compiled a list of sightseeing spots in the Hiroshima part of Bingo, which straddles Okayama and Hiroshima. This is the beginning of a slightly more mature journey to forget time and calm your mind, from sacred places to the islands of the Seto Inland Sea, which are full of a sense of freedom. Just by choosing a trip to Bingo, you may be able to enjoy a little bit of adult life by the time you return.

    2021-04-06 Management office

  • The Aki area of Hiroshima is home to the World Heritage Site Itsukushima Shrine and the Atomic Bomb Dome. It is also an area where Hiroshima's representative tourist attractions are concentrated, attracting many people from all over the world in search of peace, history, and culture. For those who are new to some of Hiroshima's classic sightseeing spots and are going on their first trip to Hiroshima, it may be difficult to know where to visit in this area with its many tourist attractions. We will introduce some of the newest and most talked-about places to visit in addition to the standard tourist attractions in Hiroshima.

    2021-04-05 Management office

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