Activities Sampling Sake in Saijo, Hiroshima Chantelle Silva Saijo, to the east of Hiroshima, is home to a cluster of sake breweries which include some of the region's oldest and the nation's..
8 Culture 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..
10 Culture 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
Culture Ushimado Shinto Shrine Rory Jackson The beach is a tempting distraction but the shrine is an authentic hilltop example of old Japan worth visiting.
6 Culture Raikyu-ji Temple Mandy Bartok Catch a renowned garden architect's lesser-known work at the Raikyu-ji temple in Bitchu Takahashi
Accommodation Senkoji Sanso Hotel, Onomichi Chantelle Silva This Japanese style mountaintop hotel, located in Senkoji Park, offers stunning views over Onomichi, excellent facilities and is..
7 Culture Statues Around Hiroshima's MOCA Chantelle Silva A number of sculptures decorate the area around Hiroshima City's Museum of Contemporary Art, with each unique piece adding to..
Culture Mibu no Hana Taue 2026 Early Jun This event features song, dance, and costumed cows and is held on the first Sunday of June. It was awarded UNESCO Intangible Cultural..