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
9 Historical Hiroshima's Hillside Torii Gates Chantelle Silva 100 or so bright red torii gates signify the presence of a Shinto shrine along Hiroshima's Peace Pagoda hiking trail
8 Historical Miyajima's Five Story Pagoda Chantelle Silva Miyajima's Five Story Pagoda is a stunning five tiered pagoda positioned atop a hill on the island. Its bold color will draw..
Museums Kumano's Famous Brush Town Gerard Spalding The city of Kumano is the number one producer of fude (brushes) in Japan.
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
Historical Fukuzen-ji & Taichoro Pavilion Paul Walsh "The most beautiful scenic view in all of Japan" is how 18th century Korean envoys described the view from Fukuzen-ji Temple and..