Things to Do

Chugoku Region Parks & Gardens

Ozekiyama Park

A favorite relaxation spot for the people of Hiroshima, known for its cherry blossoms and autumn foliage.

Hiroshima / Parks & Gardens

Shobara Ueno Park

A popular cherry blossom spot where 600 Somei Yoshino trees bloom around the pond, known for its beautiful illumination.

Hiroshima / Parks & Gardens

Hijiyama Park

A hilltop park where you can enjoy the cherry blossoms in spring and a view of Hiroshima cityscape.

Hiroshima / Parks & Gardens

Kikko park

Kikko park, recognized for its cherry blossoms and autumn foliage, is also selected as one of the "Top 100 Historical Parks in Japan."

Yamaguchi / Parks & Gardens

Kozan Park

A park brimming with historical ambiance, home to a national treasure five-story pagoda.

Yamaguchi / Parks & Gardens

Momijidani Park

A renowned autumn foliage spot on the World Heritage site, Miyajima.

Hiroshima / Parks & Gardens

Mouri-shi Garden, Mori Museum

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

Yamaguchi / Parks & Gardens

Joeiji Temple Sesshu-tei Garden

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

Yamaguchi / Parks & Gardens

Chinese Garden Encho-en

Japan’s largest classic Chinese garden.

Tottori / Parks & Gardens

Jinpukaku

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

Tottori / Parks & Gardens

Okayama Korakuen

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

Okayama / Parks & Gardens

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

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

• 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.

Innoshima Park

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

Hiroshima / Parks & Gardens

• 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.

Senkoji Park

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

Hiroshima / Parks & Gardens

Shukkeien Garden

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

Hiroshima / Parks & Gardens