The ultimate guide to Japan travel
A city known for its darkest moment, Hiroshima’s memorials provide an educational and emotional look at the events on August 6th, 1945. A flourishing city, Hiroshima’s past is an ever present, but not defining quality for the residents. Internationally, however, […]
If you’re looking to travel between Hiroshima and Shikoku, the good news is there’s currently a great deal for foreign passport holders across the Seto Inland Sea. There are two ferry lines that travel between Hiroshima and Matsuyama: a high-speed boat […]
You may already know Onomichi from the highly acclaimed (and 100% Rotten Tomatoes score) film Tokyo Story. But whether or not you are a film buff, the city no doubt is a little different 60 years later. On the surface […]
akehara and Saijo in Hiroshima prove to be 2 great destinations for trying premium sake—and getting a taste of traditional Japan along the way too!
Onomichi is a port town flanked by mountains full of temples and historic buildings between Hiroshima and Kyoto straddling the border of tradition and modernity.
Dig in to Hiroshima’s favorite fare: the okonomiyaki. And with 2000 restaurants dedicated to the dish, you’ll be spoiled for choice!
May is certainly busy in Japan, with a whole flurry of festivals just in the first weekend for Golden Week! Wherever you are in Japan, you’ll find something to see, be it a samurai procession, a Brazilian Festival or even […]
Tens of thousands of fireworks against stunning backdrops—these firework festivals are not to be missed!
Discover Japan's culinary diversity—one delicious local dish at a time.
There is a garden in Hiroshima that is bigger on the inside than the outside. Leave the city’s main train station and head north over Enko Bridge to Kaminoboricho neighborhood. After that follow the signposts: as with all of the […]
Add Maizuru, Kure and Sasebo to your travel list—three old Japan port towns chock-full of natural beauty, historical attractions and nautical adventures.
Kyoto, Osaka and Hiroshima form the golden trio—all within easy reach of each other, all with their own highlights. But which is best to visit when time is limited?
Want to go to far-flung places like Kyoto and Hiroshima from Tokyo, and be back in no time? These Japan bus tours are for you.
Any visitor to the area will want to follow our Hiroshima guide on what to do, see and eat for a full day of discovery.
Our guide to Okunoshima, Japan's world-famous "Rabbit Island"
Six suggestions for a special start to 2020.
Easily reached from the likes of Kyoto and Osaka, extend your trip to Hiroshima for a break from busy crowds and a step back into a more traditional Japan!
A great day trip from Hiroshima, Sandankyo Gorge is the perfect hiking location considered one of the Top 5 Special Valleys of Scenic Beauty in Japan.
This cycling route is gaining a reputation for being one of the best cycling routes in the world.
Traveling in the western parts of Japan? Then check JR West's regional rail passes.
Start with the floating shrine — but don't limit yourself to it.
Kick off the new year with fire festivals, water festivals, and even festivals featuring ogres!
Winter wonderlands, oyster festivals, and rituals to chase away demons.
Fancy horses, dance festivals, fun with yukata, mud sports — and more.