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Sandankyo Gorge

Sandankyo Gorge, located in Akiota Town, is a National Place of Scenic Beauty boasting some of the finest canyon scenery in western Japan. Stretching about 13 kilometers, it features sheer cliffs, crystal-clear emerald green water, and several dynamic waterfalls, creating a mysterious atmosphere. A major highlight is taking a wooden ferry boat through narrow cliffs to reach the "Nidan-daki" or "Sarutobi" areas, an experience found only here. The fresh greenery of spring and the vibrant autumn colors offer a quintessential Japanese natural beauty. Trekking through this untouched nature is refreshing and purifying, making it highly rated by hikers worldwide seeking...

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Fukuyama Denim

Fukuyama Denim is a globally recognized textile brand originating from Fukuyama City, which boasts the highest production of denim fabric in Japan. Inheriting traditional weaving techniques from "Bingo Kasuri" (indigo-dyed fabric), Fukuyama's denim is highly praised by luxury brands worldwide for its high quality and sophisticated indigo dyeing. In the city, there are various ways to experience this culture, such as visiting select shops with unique denim products or participating in denim-making workshops. From stylish clothing and bags to accessories, Fukuyama Denim combines traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern fashion. For travelers interested in Japanese high-quality manufacturing and style, exploring Fukuyama's...

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Shimada Suisan Oyster Hut

Shimada Suisan Oyster Hut, located in Hatsukaichi City near Miyajima, is a popular dining spot where you can enjoy Hiroshima's famous oysters in their freshest state. As a direct-to-consumer shop operated by an oyster farm, you can grill and eat oysters harvested that very morning right at your table. The experience of "Hamayaki" (beach grilling) while smelling the ocean breeze is a true highlight of Hiroshima's food culture. In addition to grilled oysters, you can enjoy various dishes like oyster rice and fried oysters. Depending on the season, you can also join a "Fisherman's Tour" to see the oyster rafts...

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Rekiseisha Gold Leaf

Rekiseisha, located in Hiroshima City, is a world-renowned pioneer of "Haku-oshi" (gold/silver leaf stamping) with over 120 years of history. Originally a sword merchant, they developed a unique technology to prevent the discoloration of brass and silver leaf, creating stunning "Hiroshima Ginhaku" (Hiroshima silver leaf). Their beautiful gilded papers are used in famous luxury hotels and architectural projects worldwide. At the workshop, you can observe professional techniques and try traditional leaf-stamping yourself. Touching the delicate shine of the metal leaf and the craftsmanship that combines tradition with innovation provides a deep insight into the sophisticated world of Japanese art and...

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Utopia Saioto

Utopia Saioto, located in Kitahiroshima Town, is a popular all-season resort, especially known as one of the leading ski resorts in the region. During the winter, it attracts many skiers and snowboarders with its artificial snow machines ensuring stable slopes. In the summer and autumn, it transforms into an outdoor field where you can enjoy activities like zip-lining and buggies in the cool plateau air. It is also famous as a spot where you can see a "Sea of Clouds" early in the morning depending on the weather. From energetic winter sports to relaxing in nature, it is a dynamic...

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Hiroshima Kannon Marina

Hiroshima Kannon Marina is one of the largest marinas in western Japan, facing the calm Hiroshima Bay and offering an open, resort-like atmosphere. It serves as a base for marine sports and cruising, allowing visitors to feel the charm of the "City of Water," Hiroshima, from the sea. The adjacent "Marina Hop" commercial facility offers shopping and dining, including an aquarium where you can enjoy the ocean view. The sunset over the Seto Inland Sea viewed from the pier is breathtaking. It is a stylish and relaxing spot where you can spend a high-quality holiday, whether you are enjoying a...

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Hiroshima Station OKOSTA

OKOSTA, located right next to Hiroshima Station, is a hands-on facility operated by Otafuku Sauce where anyone can easily try making "Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki." Using professional iron plates, you can learn the unique layered cooking method from skilled staff. Various menus are available, including Halal-certified and vegan-friendly options, so travelers from all over the world can enjoy this experience together. Making and eating your own okonomiyaki is a special treat. Being directly connected to the station makes it an ideal spot to stop by upon arrival or before departure, allowing you to quickly dive into the authentic food culture of Hiroshima.

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Jinseki Kogen

Jinseki Kogen is a beautiful plateau town located at an altitude of 400 to 700 meters, offering refreshing breezes and stunning starry skies. It includes a part of "Taishakukyo Gorge," a national place of scenic beauty, allowing visitors to experience grand natural views. The "Jinseki Kogen Tiergarten" offers activities such as interacting with farm animals, camping, and star gazing, making it a perfect outdoor destination. In recent years, it has also gained attention for "Peace Wanko Japan," a prominent dog rescue organization. As a summer retreat or a place to enjoy seasonal gourmet food and quiet time, this town warmly...

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Roadside Station Toyohira Donguri Village

Roadside Station Toyohira Donguri Village, located in Kitahiroshima Town, is a large-scale relaxation spot themed around "Soba (buckwheat noodles) and Sports." It is famous as a place where you can try authentic handmade soba, and the "Soba-uchi" (soba making) experience is highly popular among international visitors. The village features a "Donguri Lodge" for accommodation, hot springs, and various sports facilities, allowing for an active stay. Surrounded by lush greenery, you can enjoy the bounty of the Satoyama through fresh local vegetables and specialties. It is a wonderful spot where you can spend a peaceful time experiencing Japanese food culture and...

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Innoshima Habu-cho Gravel

Habu-cho in Innoshima is a nostalgic port town where you can feel the deep history of shipbuilding. Recently, it has gained attention among cyclists as a base for "Gravel" riding, which means exploring unpaved roads and hidden back alleys. Beyond the main cycling routes, there are steep slopes and forest paths unique to this island that offer adventurous experiences. After riding, you can enjoy local life at the traditional shopping streets or try "Innosemicho," a local soul food. It is an attractive area for travelers who want to discover the "real" island life and enjoy an adventurous journey away from...

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Saiki International Archery Land

Saiki International Archery Land, located in the lush mountains of Saiki, Hatsukaichi City, is one of the few facilities in Japan where you can enjoy full-scale field archery. Unlike typical flat shooting ranges, you can walk through the forest and aim at targets set in the natural terrain, making it feel like a real hunt. Both beginners and experienced archers are welcome, and expert staff provide kind guidance. Being active while feeling the fresh forest air and sunlight through the trees is exceptional. It's a great spot to enjoy a special holiday with family or friends while touching the fun...

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Kure City

Kure City, which once flourished as the base of the former Imperial Navy and produced the battleship "Yamato," is a port city where naval history and modern shipbuilding technology harmonize. It is packed with unique spots such as the "Yamato Museum," which conveys shipbuilding technology, and the "Iron Whale Museum," where you can enter an actual submarine. The city layout, with its brick buildings and "Alley Karasuko-jima" where you can see submarines, is very scenic. You can also enjoy local gourmet food such as "Navy Curry" and "Navy Meat and Potatoes." With its powerful naval port landscape, nostalgic city atmosphere,...

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Kure Bay Vessel Cruise

A unique excursion boat where you can admire the ships of the Maritime Self-Defense Force and huge shipbuilding docks from the sea in Kure, one of Japan's leading naval ports. The sight of massive destroyers and submarines anchored right before your eyes is overwhelmingly powerful and an experience unique to Kure. You can listen to live commentary by former Self-Defense Force members, gaining deep knowledge about the ships and the history of Kure Port. Especially the "Sunset Cruise," timed with the lowering of the self-defense ship flag at sunset, is popular for its fantastic atmosphere. It's a must-experience activity for...

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Etajima

Etajima, located in Hiroshima Bay, is a beautiful island accessible by ferry in about 20 minutes from Hiroshima Port, characterized by its calm inland sea scenery and olive groves. Historically known for the former Naval Academy, the "Old Naval Academy" is a must-see spot with its beautiful red brick buildings and heavy history. Today, it is popular for activities such as cycling, sea kayaking, and olive picking, attracting visitors as a relaxing resort island. Fresh oysters and agricultural products are also specialties. It's a place where you can spend a rich time feeling the history of the navy and the...

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Hiroshima Nagarekawa

Nagarekawa, Hiroshima City's largest entertainment district, is a "sleepless town" overflowing with vitality and shining neon at night. Famous Hiroshima okonomiyaki restaurants, izakayas, bars, and ramen shops are densely packed, making it the perfect area to experience Hiroshima's real food and night culture. From local businessmen to tourists gathering to enjoy delicious food with local sake in hand, it's the very energy of Hiroshima itself. There are many unique bars quietly tucked away in back alleys, offering exciting discoveries just by walking. It is the best place to jump into Hiroshima's powerful daily life after quiet prayers at the Peace...

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Fukuyama Castle

Fukuyama Castle, which celebrated its 400th anniversary in 2022, is a famous castle with surprisingly good access, located right in front of JR Fukuyama Station. Its biggest feature is the "iron plating" applied to the north wall of the castle tower, the only one in the nation. This was a practical ingenuity to prevent attacks by former cannons, and its brave figure with black iron plates attached is overwhelmingly powerful. The inside is a hands-on museum utilizing the latest digital technology, where you can enjoy learning about samurai history and castle structure. It's a symbol of Fukuyama where you can...

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Miyajima Handmade Workshop

A hands-on facility where you can enjoy branding Miyajima's traditional woodwork "shamoji" or making your own original goods. Miyajima is famous for its rice paddles, and here you can actually use a hot iron to brand or draw pictures on wooden paddles to create your own unique lucky item. Shamoji are considered auspicious items, punning on the phrase "scooping up luck," making them perfect as travel memories or souvenirs. With the kind support of staff, you can easily experience Japanese culture in a short time, making it a fun and smiling place of memories for families and group travelers.

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Koyudo Makeup Brush Workshop

The workshop of "Koyudo," based in Kumano Town, a world-class producing area for brushes. Makeup brushes finished one by one by skilled artisans are loved by makeup artists worldwide for their exquisite skin feel and high quality. Here, you can not only observe the brush-making process but also experience creating your own original brush. Especially unique designs such as "cleansing brushes" modeled after shapes of flowers or animals are very popular as exquisite items adding playfulness to traditional crafts. This place, where advanced Japanese craftsmanship and the spirit of pursuing beauty merge, is a must-see spot for travelers interested in...

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Fuego-gama Pottery Class & Hinero Pottery

A pottery experience classroom with a homey atmosphere that can be enjoyed in the mountains or within the town of Onomichi. Under the careful guidance of a professional potter, you can create your own vessel or figurine while feeling the warmth of the soil. In particular, "Hinero Pottery" emphasizes the "joy of making shapes" with free ideas, allowing beginners, children, and international tourists to easily feel like an artist. The luxury of having your finished work fired later and delivered as a shaped memory of your trip is attractive. Stopping by between strolling the slopes of Onomichi to touch the...

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Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum

A historic art museum adjacent to "Shukkeien," a beautiful garden in Hiroshima City. It houses world-class works such as art associated with Hiroshima, Japanese and Asian crafts, and Salvador Dali's masterpiece "Dream of Venus." The biggest feature is the open and luxurious lobby space where you can view the greenery of Shukkeien through large windows. The experience of touching artworks while simultaneously appreciating the garden that changes its character with each season makes you feel the fusion of traditional Japanese aesthetics and contemporary art. Easily accessible from Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, it is a calm hall of art perfect for...

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Miyajima Ropeway

A ropeway where you can enjoy a walk in the sky to Miyajima's highest peak, Mt. Misen. From Momijidani Station at the foot to Shishiiwa Station at a high altitude, you can simultaneously view the vast virgin forest spreading below and countless islands floating in the blue sea of the Seto Inland Sea. Especially the panoramas during the fresh green or autumn foliage seasons are breathtakingly beautiful, and the feeling of exhilaration as your field of vision opens up as you climb is exceptional. The view from Shishiiwa Observatory is a world-class spectacular view that has earned three stars in...

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Miyajima

One of the three most scenic spots in Japan, this mysterious island has been worshipped as a god in its entirety. The vermilion torii gate of "Itsukushima Shrine," which stands as if floating on the sea, attracts people from all over the world as an icon symbolizing Japan. Wild deer roam freely on the island, and a unique landscape where ancient nature and faith are integrated spreads out. At the Omotesando Shopping Street, where you can enjoy eating while walking, you can savor specialties like "Momiji Manju" and grilled oysters, and the gourmet options are substantial. With the Great Torii...

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Miyajima Daisho-in

The oldest temple on Miyajima and a prestigious head temple of the Omuro school of Shingon Buddhism. Located near Itsukushima Shrine, it is enveloped in an even more quiet and sacred atmosphere. The grounds are packed with highlights, such as numerous Buddhist statues like "Ichigan Daishi" and "Mani wheels" that grant the same merit as chanting sutras when spun. In particular, the "Eternal Fire," which has burned without interruption for over 1,200 years since Kobo Daishi practiced here, is a must-see. This fire was also the source for the "Flame of Peace" in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. It's a sanctuary...

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Discoverlink Setouchi

A creative project centered in Onomichi that connects local historical buildings and traditional culture to the next generation to create new value. They operate facilities like "ONOMICHI U2," a complex for cyclists renovated from an old warehouse, and are a key player in stylishly evolving Onomichi tourism. Here, they propose experiences deeply involved with local industries and people, rather than just simple sightseeing. With hotels and shops utilizing the local denim industry and shipbuilding culture, there are sophisticated new discoveries every time you visit. It's an interesting initiative where you can feel firsthand how Japanese regional cities are coolly regenerating...

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