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Hiroshima Prefecture

Hiroshima Prefecture is a representative tourist destination in Japan, home to two World Heritage Sites: "Miyajima & Itsukushima Shrine" and the "Atomic Bomb Dome." Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima is known for its large "torii gate" in the sea, captivating tourists from around the world with its mystical scenery. Another indispensable part of Hiroshima's history is the Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome, which symbolize the message of peace Hiroshima sends to the world. A representative gourmet dish you can enjoy in Hiroshima is "Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki." This distinctive dish uses plenty of ingredients and noodles, offering a taste you won't forget once you try it. Moreover, Hiroshima is the top producer of oysters in Japan. Dishes made with fresh oysters are exceptionally delicious. Take this opportunity to visit Hiroshima Prefecture!

Hiroshima Prefecture Gourmet

“HIROSHIMA BAR-GAI” Eat, drink and walk around Nagarekawa at a great price.

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Hiroshima Prefecture Tradition,Culture

【Festival】Kangensai (Miyajima, Hiroshima Prefecture)

Image is for reference only. Across Japan, there are numerous traditional festivals that vividly reflect the history and culture of…

Hiroshima Prefecture Gourmet

A Soul Food You Can Enjoy Layers of Ingredients:”Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki.”

When visiting Hiroshima, you can't miss the opportunity to experience the local okonomiyaki. Okonomiyaki is a popular dish all over Ja…

Hiroshima Prefecture Tradition,Culture

Experiential lesson of the Japanese instrument “Koto”

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Chugoku Shikoku region Tradition,Culture

Enjoying the “Gods” through Dancing: Kagura.

Kagura, a form of traditional Japanese ritual and dance, is a performing art that has been practiced in Japan since ancient times. Its…

Chugoku Shikoku region Tourist attraction

Magnificent Scenery Where the Sea and Sky Intersect: The Seto Inland Sea Shimanami Kaido.

The Seto Inland Sea Shimanami Kaido is a roughly 60-kilometer road that connects Onomichi City in Hiroshima Prefecture with Imabari Ci…

Chugoku Shikoku region Tourist attraction

Autumn Journey: Stunning Fall Foliage Spots in the Chugoku and Shikoku Regions.

When one thinks of autumn in Japan, the beautiful scenery of fall foliage comes to mind. The autumn leaves that can be seen all over t…

Chugoku Shikoku region Tourist attraction

Spring Journey: Breathtaking Cherry Blossom Spots in the Chugoku and Shikoku Regions of Japan.

When thinking of spring in Japan, the beautiful cherry blossoms come to mind first. Many people, both domestically and internationally…

Hiroshima Prefecture Tourist attraction

Symbol of Peace, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

The Peace Memorial Park is established to commemorate the victims of the atomic bomb and to pray for everlasting world peace. This pla…

Hiroshima Prefecture Tourist attraction

The mysterious shrine standing on the sea, National Treasure and World Heritage “Itsukushima Shrine”

The Itsukushima Shrine is located on Miyajima in the western part of Hiroshima prefecture and was registered as a World Cultural Herit…