Culture Mantou Mitama Festival 2026 May 29th - May 31st Once a year, the spectacle of 100 shrine maidens dancing by lantern light can be seen in the forecourt of Hirohima Gokoku-jinja..
12 Culture Mantou Mitama Festival in Photos Paul Walsh 100 "miko" shrine maidens dance by lantern light on the first night of the Mantou Mitama Matsuri at Hiroshima Gokoku-jinja Shrine...
Culture Seishin-ji Temple Park in Mihara Paul Walsh Well and truly off the beaten path, Seishin-ji is in a beautiful setting and the story of its founding and its rebirth is an interesting..
10 Activities Shukkeien Plum Blossoms Paul Walsh "Ume" plum blossoms provide welcome color and cheer in the cold winter months. In Hiroshima, there is no better place to enjoy them..
14 Culture Ebisuko Festival in Hiroshima Paul Walsh Ebisu, bringer of good fortune and commercial success, is one of Japan's most popular gods. Between November 18 and 20 every..
Culture Hiroshima Flower Festival 2026 May 3rd - May 5th Over a million people pour into Hiroshima city over the "Golden Week" holiday for 3 days of parades, shows, food and fun!
Shopping Hiroshima City Hanami Guide Paul Walsh A round up of the top hanami spots in and around Hiroshima city at which to enjoy the beautiful cherry blossoms.
Nightlife Molly Malone's in Hiroshima Paul Walsh Molly's is a real "local" for many international residents and Japanese customers too. A great place to drop in for drinks,..