What Cultural Activities Can You Try at Hiroshima’s Fukuju Kaikan?
Feb 22, 2023 By Justin Hanus
One of the main tourist sites of Hiroshima prefecture is Fukuyama Castle. Construction of the original building began in 1619, but the castle suffered extensive damage during World War II and was rebuilt in 1966. Near the castle is Fukuju Kaikan — a hall added as a cultural center during...[ Click to read more ]
Valentine’s Day in Hiroshima
Jan 30, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Valentine's Day is a big deal worldwide, including in Japan. To understand why you need to understand how the holiday came to be. The Origins of Valentine's Day Although the origin of St. Valentine's Day is a bit murky, the holiday as we know it is undoubtedly a mix of...[ Click to read more ]
Hot Coffee on a Winter Day: Hiroshima’s Best Cafés
Jan 28, 2023 By Justin Hanus
It's January. Suddenly, western Japan is a great deal colder than you imagined it would be. You want to go out but don't want to deal with the cold. What can you do? Whatever the weather, you can always enjoy a cup of hot coffee. Like the rest of Japan,...[ Click to read more ]
Top Lemon-Based Souvenirs from Hiroshima
Jan 20, 2023 By Justin Hanus
The mild climate and low rainfall of Hiroshima are ideal for growing citrus fruits. In fact, the prefecture is the biggest producer of lemons in Japan, cultivating more than half of all the lemons in the country. Purchasing lemon-based souvenirs is a great way to bring the characteristic flavor of...[ Click to read more ]
Hatsumode in Hiroshima – Shrines to Visit for New Years and the Tondo Festival
Dec 26, 2022 By Hugh Cann
There are two main traditions marking the beginning of the new year in Hiroshima. Hatsumōde is the first visit of the year to a shrine and takes place throughout Japan. Later in the month is the Tondo Festival, which is just in Hiroshima. Hatsumōde The first visit of the year...[ Click to read more ]
Hiroshima’s Wonderful Oyster Huts and Bars
Dec 25, 2022 By Bert Wishart
For those of us who are used to the creature comforts of central heating, double-paned windows, and insulated buildings, winter in Japan – where none of these is the standard – can be uncomfortable at times. Fortunately, there are a few things that can make up for it. In Hiroshima,...[ Click to read more ]
Skiing in Hiroshima: Day and Weekend Trips!
By Matt Mangham
Hiroshima isn’t the first place that comes to mind when you think of skiing in Japan. We’re a long way from the Nagano Alps and even further from Hokkaido, but people do go skiing in the Prefecture or just over the border in Shimane. There are a number of options,...[ Click to read more ]
Drinking Sake Warms Winters in Hiroshima
Dec 18, 2022 By Jade Brischke
How do you get warm and stay warm when the temperature in Hiroshima drops during the winter? Ah, that’s easy, hot sake! With the weather getting cooler, now is the perfect time to take advantage of some of the best sake around and also the time to work out what...[ Click to read more ]
Highlights of the Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima
Nov 29, 2022 By Justin Hanus
The Peace Memorial Park is not only the most visited site in Hiroshima but also one of the most important places in Japan. More than a million people visit the park yearly to commemorate those lost in the nuclear attack. The site for the park was chosen because it was...[ Click to read more ]
What is Okonomiyaki and Where to Eat It in Hiroshima
By Justin Hanus
Hiroshima has plenty of local cuisines, but okonomiyaki stands out as the city's specialty. The dish consists of a batter of wheat flour, mirin, and water made beforehand and chilled to give it a smooth texture. The chef cooks this batter with other ingredients, usually cabbage, noodles, and some kind...[ Click to read more ]
