Chugoku Travel Guide

Experience Miyajima's traditional crafts by seeing, making, and feeling them with all five senses.

Over 100 species of blowfish at this one-of-a-kind aquarium, complete with joint dolphin and seal shows or deep dive glimpses into the life of penguins.

A limited-time, valuable public opening where you can enjoy the proud collection of double-flowered cherry blossoms.

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

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

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

The "Large Greenhouse," one of the largest in Western Japan, is a must-see.

A museum incapsulating the horrors of the atomic bomb and aspirations for world peace.

A grassland at an elevation of 333 meters where you can encounter the cobalt blue Sea of Japan and a variety of flowers throughout the seasons.

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

Enjoy the lively atmosphere and fresh seafood at Shimonoseki's fish market, where the catch is always vibrant.

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

A traditional establishment in Yamaguchi, known as the birthplace of the local specialty, Kawara Soba.

A road station restaurant where you can enjoy Yamaguchi's branded beef at reasonable prices.

Experience Shimane's unique delicacies at a long-established kappo (Japanese cooking) restaurant that carries on a venerable tradition.

The specialty of this long-standing popular establishment in Miyajima-guchi is the exquisite Anagomeshi(conger eel over rice), which is delicious whether you take it out or eat it in the store.

Enjoy Setoda's famous octopus and lemon to the fullest.

A tranquil café for classical music and home-roasted specialty coffee.

A general store on the island was renovated to serve food such as the famous curry and drink.

A Casual Dining Spot with Amazing Vibes and the Best of Local Ingredients.

Feast on the Treasures of the Sea, Served with a View of the Seto Inland Sea Islands and the Seto Ohashi Bridge.

A restaurant that actually originated from a popular mail order ramen.

A restaurant where you can enjoy popular Onomichi ramen, and a variety of Chuka Ryori (Japanese style Chinese food) at a reasonable price.

A Japanese bar where you can enjoy the finest Yakitori grilled over charcoal with delicious wine

Adjacent to Shimonoseki Station, it's the largest shopping mall in Yamaguchi Prefecture.

Unbeatable dining, shopping, and scenic walks at this seaside mall.

A long-standing Japanese confectionery shop known for its popular "Fried Momiji®", a perfect companion for exploring Miyajima.

A popular store whose signature product is Kure's famous "melon pan" (cookie crusted bun) filled with homemade cream.

This is the direct sales store of Senpuku, a sake brewery established in Kure City. In addition to Senpuku's sake, original goods are also sold.

Department store with super easy access from Onomichi Station.

The largest souvenir shop in Onomichi with a selection of 500 items.

A spacious outlet mall surrounded by greenery near JR Kurashiki Station, where one can spend a pleasant day in comfort.

A large seaside multi-facility complex overlooking the Seto Inland Sea.

Events, reading and eating - a shopping mall where one can spend all day!

A shopping mall with popular fashion retailers and daily goods.

Excellent access direct from the train station! A large commercial complex comprising about 100 specialist shops.

An onsen inn recommended for groups, offering a diverse range of banquet menus.

Exquisite kaiseki cuisine brimming with local seasonal ingredients! A Japanese-style inn at the foot of Kintaikyo Bridge.

An entertainment ryokan popular for its six unique baths and the 'Okami Gekijo' performance.

Embrace the peaceful stay at a traditional Japanese-style inn where you can feel the legends and traditions of Izumo everywhere.

A hotel that embraces Japan's Izumo traditional culture, offering blissful cuisine made with seasonal high-quality ingredients.

A historical inn where you can feel the spirit of the visionaries who accomplished the Meiji Restoration.

Experience Japanese culture and meet locals at the inn with a bathhouse!

A hot topic, Japanese ryokan, was created by the legendary hotelier.

The vast Japan Sea and breathtaking peaks of Mt. Daisen come into view at this inn and restaurant, complete with its own private spring.

Kominka accommodation with pure onsen water.

The hot spring inn offering Matsue’s traditions and food culture.

Bathing areas in a 3000 ㎡ garden with water flowing directly in from the hot springs.

Step into “Izumo Week” an all-exclusive expedition into the lore of the gods in Kannazuki, the month without gods.

It's a unique festival with a legend that promises good matrimonial matches for its participants.

”Shan, shan,” bells ring in the biggest summer festival in Tottori City.

It is held from dusk to night on June 17 of the lunar calendar and is the most extensive Shinto ritual at Itsukushima Shrine since the Heian period (794-1185).