Activities Takuhi-gama Workshop Sherilyn Siy Not many people travel to the Oki Islands, but if you happen to find yourself in this beautifully rustic and remote place, yo...
Activities Hinase and Mushiage Oyster Markets Judith Mikami A great place to buy, eat and cook fresh oysters in season. Hinase in Bizen City and Mushiage in Setouchi City hold festivals...
Culture Furue Trail Walk Ciara Long A scenic trail in Furue, Hiroshima featuring multiple temples and shrines, a picturesque cemetery, and breathtaking views of ...
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 ...
Food Chikara Udon Noodles JJ Walsh Long running Hiroshima chain popular for great noodles, rice and sweets to eat in or take-out.
Food Cafe & Bar Kanayama Base JJ Walsh Open everyday from 8am-10pm Kanayama base is a cozy, friendly bar serving yummy American snacks, coffee and drinks at a small...
Food Oyster Conclave Kaki-tei Paul Walsh Food lovers in Hiroshima mustn't miss trying its famous oysters and the riverside Oyster Conclave Kaki-tei is a great place t...
Activities Aquas Aquarium JJ Walsh Aquas is a great aquarium- local fish in spectacular tanks, seal and beluga shows and a fun adventure playground next door, w...
Culture Takehisa Shoten Kenji Chida Yumeji Takehisa, one of Japans most notable artists, was from Oku Town. Still living here, his descendants are eager to shar...
Activities Ushimado Yacht Club, Setouchi City Judith Mikami Ushimado yacht club giving local sailors a place to meet and share stories of their trips on the sea.
Activities Ushimado Beach, Setouchi City Kenji Chida Ushimado beach is a great beach to escape to during any season. Summer for swimming, Autumn for romantic walks, Winter for fi...
Culture Hiroshima's Unexplored Furue Trail Course Ciara Long A temple and shrine trail in Furue, Hiroshima that includes several temples, shrines, a beautiful graveyard and stunning view...
Culture Manekineko Museum of Art Kenji Chida The Manekineko Museum of Art is a tribute to the cat with the raised paw that is seen in storefronts all over the world.
Activities More of Okayama Kirin Beer Park Luc Gougeon Okayama Kirin Beer park and one stop location to learn about the process of beverage manufacturing as well as getting to tast...
Culture Sotohama Beach Rory Jackson A swimming beach with iron sands amongst the rocky coastline of nishinoshima.