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Itsukushima Shrine
Walk along wooden piers and observe the captivating sights of this Shinto shrine that appears to float on the water offshore from Miyajima Island.
Izumo Taisha
You can learn about the history of Izumo with a trip to Izumo Taisha. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.
Dogo Onsen
Soak in the natural thermal water and admire the architecture and period décor of the bathhouse that inspired the wonderful drawings of the animated film Spirited Away.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Spend a day reflecting on the atomic bombing that devastated Hiroshima in 1945 and discover the city’s mission for peace at this beautifully designed park in the city center.
Atomic Bomb Dome
The only building still standing in the atomic bomb’s devastating hypocenter now crests the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, symbolizing the city’s plea for peace.
Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium
Catch an event at Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this walkable area.
Miyajima Ferry Terminal
Take a relaxing and scenic ferry trip to the sacred island of Miyajima and begin your journey to serene shrines and a tranquil mountain peak.
Tsunoshima Bridge
You can learn about the history of Shimonoseki with a stop at Tsunoshima Bridge. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
Learn about the catastrophic impact the atomic bomb had on Hiroshima through personal stories, scientific documentation and real footage at this museum dedicated to world peace.
Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Chugoku
Hiroshima City Centre
Memorials to the World War II atomic bomb tragedies dominate this downtown district. Visit pretty parks, tour a castle and shrines, and sample okonomiyaki pancakes.
Kokura
Well-liked for its breweries and hot springs, Kokura is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Kokura Castle and Yasaka Shrine, and jump on the metro at Tanga Station to get around the city.
Yudaonsen
Travelers like the parks in Yudaonsen, and Inoue Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Naka Ward
Travelers love Naka Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Hiroshima by jumping on the metro at Funairi-hon-machi Station or Funairi-saiwai-cho Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims and Children's Peace Monument.
Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter
Unique features of Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter include the historic sites and gardens. Make a stop by Ohara Museum of Art or Senichi Hoshino Memorial Museum while you're exploring the area.
Itsukushima
If you're spending some time in Itsukushima, Mount Misen and Miyajima Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.
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- Miyajima Ferry Terminal
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- Tsunoshima Bridge
- Karato Fish Market
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
- Benesse House Museum
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- Tottori Sand Dunes
- Mojiko Retro
- Adachi Museum of Art
- Tamatsukuri Hot Spring
- Teshima Art Museum
- Yamaguchi Kirara Haku Memorial Park
- Okayama University
- Hiroshima Castle
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- Moji Port
- Akiyoshi Cave
- Kintaikyo Bridge
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