Michael Stigall
Tondo Festivals in Hiroshima in 2022
Dec 27, 2021 By Michael Stigall
Once you get through the usual New Year's activities, there is one last thing to enjoy called the Tondo festival....[ Click to read more ]
Falling for Shukkeien Garden: Autumn in Hiroshima City
Nov 30, 2021 By Michael Stigall
If you haven’t been to Shukkeien Garden in central Hiroshima City, now is your best chance. Although beautiful in any...[ Click to read more ]
Hiroshima From a New Perspective: The Orizuru Tower
By Michael Stigall
Tokyo has Tokyo Tower and the popular Skytree, Osaka has the Umeda Sky Building but what about Hiroshima? Where can you...[ Click to read more ]
Daisho-In Temple: The Alternative to Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima
Nov 29, 2021 By Michael Stigall
While it may not be as famous or frequently photographed as Itsukushima Shrine, Daisho-In Temple on Miyajima is just as...[ Click to read more ]
Under the Sea at Miyajima Aquarium in Hiroshima
Oct 28, 2021 By Michael Stigall
Hiroshima is famous for having access to both the mountains and the ocean. As a result of this prime location,...[ Click to read more ]
Rabbit Island: A Hop, Skip and a Jump from Hiroshima
By Michael Stigall
You probably are unfamiliar with the name Okunoshima, but if someone mentions its nickname, you’re almost certain to know where...[ Click to read more ]
Talk to the Animals at Asa Zoo in Hiroshima
By Michael Stigall
As summer turns to autumn, the idea of spending some time outdoors comes to mind as the temperature has finally...[ Click to read more ]
PASPY vs ICOCA: IC Cards in Hiroshima
Sep 29, 2021 By Michael Stigall
When people mention Japan, one of the first things they think of is the fast and efficient means of transportation...[ Click to read more ]
“Take a hike!” in Hiroshima
By Michael Stigall
If you arrive in or depart Hiroshima Station from the East on one of the local trains or Shinkansen, you...[ Click to read more ]
