Historical Hanami in Hiroshima Peace Park Ash Even if you are in Japan or planning to visit during the season, perhaps you've never considered Hiroshima as a cherry blossom..
Museums Exploring Hiroshima Castle JJ Walsh One of the main features of Hiroshima city, this reconstructed castle offers a glimpse into Hiroshima's feudal history.
Museums Yamato Maritime Museum in Kure JJ Walsh Impressive modern museum depicting wartime culture and the technological advances of the Japanese navy in Kure during WWII
Museums Kumano's Famous Brush Town Gerard Spalding The city of Kumano is the number one producer of fude (brushes) in Japan.
10 Historical Memorial Cathedral for World Peace in Hiroshima City Chantelle Silva The artefacts on display around the Memorial Cathedral for World Peace give the Cathedral a museum-esque feel
11 Historical Miyajima's Hall of 1000 Tatami Mats Chantelle Silva The dark wooden pillars of this ancient pavillion will envelope you and take you back in time
Museums Irifuneyama Memorial Museum, Kure Ciara Long An historic collection of buildings and residences in Kure City relating to Kure's naval history.
Historical Taking the Boat to Miyajima Manish Prabhune The seagulls kept us company for around 15-20 minutes, but as we approached Miyajima Island, they flew away.
