Chugoku Travel Guide

A historic hot spring town with over 800 years of history, known for its legendary tale of a white fox.

Dining, souvenirs, and the lift station all in one! A perfect multi-purpose facility for exploring the Tottori Sand Dunes.

The remains of a late-Edo period shipyard, now recognized as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.

One of Yamaguchi Prefecture’s most scenic spots, known for its breathtaking gorge views.

A roadside station where you can enjoy fresh seafood delivered directly from the neighboring fishing port.

A feat of architecture, a color palette of 8 different exhibit halls perched on a watery plane.

A scenic coastal spot selected as one of the 100 Best Beaches in Japan, known for its stunning contrast of white sand, pine groves, and deep blue sea.

Rare architectural style found nowhere else in Japan remains at the main hall of this historic shrine.

A popular shrine for extra luck in love and matchmaking.

A lakeside themepark complete with vibrant flowers and bird encounters.

A scenic and historical park where seasonal flowers bloom and visitors can explore reconstructed ancient dwellings, offering a glimpse into Japan’s distant past.

A birdwatching facility located in one of Japan’s premier habitats for wild birds.

Enjoy sea urchin, turban shell, and other local delicacies that Tsunoshima is proud to offer.

Seafood bowls and set meals packed with the freshest catches from around Tsunoshima.

Savor a variety of dishes prepared with safe, high-quality horse meat directly sourced from Kumamoto.

A restaurant where you can enjoy a variety of dishes made with local Yamaguchi ingredients paired with regional sake for a perfect marriage of flavors.

A perfect spot for souvenir shopping and savoring Yamaguchi cuisine in a hot spring town izakaya.

Delectable oyster fare from a select catch and expert skill come together at this legendary birthplace of "Yaki Gaki" style grilled oysters.

The only coffee stand on Miyajima that roasts its own specialty coffee.

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

A beloved local eatery where you can savor Yamaguchi's soul food, Bari 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.

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.

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.

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 affluent lifestyle design market for the “necessities of life (clothing, food and shelter)”.

A luxury resort offering an unparalleled ocean view, perfect for an unforgettable getaway.

Experience an elegant stay on the island, a World Heritage site, while relaxing in a natural hot spring.

Enjoy a resort stay on Miyajima! This sophisticated and modern Japanese-style hotel offers a relaxing experience with the comfort of a private villa.

This seaside inn is located on a beach celebrated as one of Japan's "Top 100 Sunset Spots," allowing guests to enjoy spectacular views from the rooms and open-air baths.

A hot spring inn known for its ocean-view open-air baths and exquisite hospitality.

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 vibrant floral festival filled with events that promote peace from Hiroshima to the world.

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

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.

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).