Things to Do

Chugoku Region Parks & Gardens

Senkoji Park

A Hilltop Park Known for its Cherry Blossoms and Beautiful Night View.

Hiroshima / Parks & Gardens / Park

Shukkeien Garden

Japanese Garden with beautiful scenery throughout the year, located in downtown Hiroshima.

Hiroshima / Parks & Gardens / Japanese Garden

• 22 Feb 2021

  30 Things to Do in Hiroshima! A Full Guide of Everything from Must-See and Hidden Spots to Food, Shopping and more!

  Hiroshima, home to countless sightseeing spots and 2 World Heritage Sights at Itsukushima Shrine and the Atomic Bomb Dome. Plus, prepare to unleash your inner foodie with Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki and fresh oysters. Here’s everything thing you never knew you needed to plan a perfect trip in Hiroshima.

Okayama Korakuen

One of the three best gardens of Japan, unchanged from the Edo period.

Okayama / Parks & Gardens / Garden, Scenic spots, Historic ruins

Mouri-shi Garden, Mori Museum

A Place of Scenic Beauty with stately old lord’s main residence.

Yamaguchi / Parks & Gardens / Historic place

Joeiji Temple Sesshu-tei Garden

Garden said to have been designed by the great artist Sesshu.

Yamaguchi / Parks & Gardens / Historical spot, garden

Innoshima Park

Park with Coveted Nightscapes and Views Overlooking the Islands of the Seto Inland Sea.

Hiroshima / Parks & Gardens / Parks

• 23 Feb 2021

  Top Things to do in Onomichi! A Full Guide of Everything from Must-See and Hidden Spots to Food, Shopping and more!

  Onomichi is one of the most famous bays in the Seto Insland Sea. It sits wedged between the Onomichi Channel and the 3 Onomichi mountains at its back, dotted with little houses and neighborhoods, temples, shrines and gardens. Onomimchi is also a historic city that was designated in 2015 as a site of Japanese Heritage. With gorgeous landscapes, retro city streets, and a cyclist’s mecca at the Shimanami Kaido, Onomichi is a coveted destination for many tourists. Here are some highlights of the area.

Kaita Sogo Kouen（Kaita Comprehensive Park）

A comprehensive park used by more than 200,000 people a year. The park is also popular for its walking path where you can enjoy seasonal herbs and flowers.

Kure Area Neighborhood / Parks & Gardens / Comprehensive Park

• 28 Jan 2022

  Just 30 minutes from HiroshimaStation. 1-Day Trip Plan in Kure City, the Photo-worthy Port City!

  Kure, a port city that once flourished as one of the top military ports in the world. In addition to spots like the “Yamato Museum”, known for their clear ties to the former maritime history, this area is full of photo-worthy sights and old-world backdrops to enjoy while strolling through the city. For foodies, there’s plenty of must-try eats and famous sweets that have been adored by the local community for years. Prepare to breathe in the ocean breeze and enjoy a time out in Kure!

Chinese Garden Encho-en

Japan’s largest classic Chinese garden.

Tottori / Parks & Gardens / Garden

Jinpukaku

Collaboration of an elegant Western-style building and a Japanese garden.

Tottori / Parks & Gardens / Places of Interest / Gardens

Manabejima Fureai Park

A park located on the small hill gives you a full beautiful view of a group of islands of Seto inland sea.

Okayama / Parks & Gardens / Park, Scenic viewpoint

• 6 Dec 2021

  Enchanted by the islands of Setouchi! Shiwaku & Kasaoka Islands Model Course

  Here’s a sample itinerary for a smooth trip across the Setouchi islands. It starts with two days and one night on Awashima Island, former base for the Shiwaku Navy, then a brief stop on Honjima Island before making your away across the Great Seto Bridge towards the mainland to visit Kitagi Island, one of the “Kasaoka Islands”. From there you’ll make your final stop in Manabe Island.