Family Fun

Miroku no Sato: Your Next Day Trip in Hiroshima

Mar 24, 2022 By William Farrow

As the warmth of spring begins to run over Japan, people are looking to get outdoors again. For residents of Hiroshima city and the surrounding areas, Miroku no Sato offers...[ Click to read more ]

Do I Amuse You? Japan’s Best Amusement Parks

Mar 24, 2022 By Bert Wishart

As far back as I remember, I always loved going to amusement parks, and fortunately for me, the Japanese are as crazy for rollercoasters as I am. Japan has some...[ Click to read more ]

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Kid Friendly Activities in Tokyo

Feb 28, 2022 By Michael Stigall

Tokyo is big, really big. One significant upside to its massive size is that there is something for everyone to enjoy. Obviously, the metropolis is a Mecca to anime and...[ Click to read more ]

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I Heard it Through the Grapevine: Sera Winery and Yume Park

Feb 24, 2022 By William Farrow

As the chills of winter give way and the warmth of spring begins to return to Japan, people find themselves willing to venture into the great outdoors again. Those with...[ Click to read more ]

Winter Fun In and Around Hiroshima

Dec 27, 2021 By Michael Stigall

Wintertime in Hiroshima means many things to many people. To some people, it means oysters, mikan, and nihonshu. These are great winter indulgences, but they are for a different article....[ Click to read more ]

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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 season, the night autumn foliage illumination running from November 19th...[ Click to read more ]

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Hiroshima From a New Perspective: The Orizuru Tower

Nov 30, 2021 By Michael Stigall

Tokyo has Tokyo Tower and the popular Skytree, Osaka has the Umeda Sky Building but what about Hiroshima? Where can you go to get a bird’s eye view of the city?...[ Click to read more ]

Travel to a Relaxing Hot Spring Resort… Without the Travel!

Nov 14, 2021 By Jason Gatewood

It's no secret that Japan is one of the most seismically active places on Earth. But this is also a good thing when you consider one of the country's most...[ 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, the city has bountiful food, sights, and attractions that reflect...[ Click to read more ]

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Rabbit Island: A Hop, Skip and a Jump from Hiroshima

Oct 28, 2021 By Michael Stigall

You probably are unfamiliar with the name Okunoshima, but if someone mentions its nickname, you’re almost certain to know where they’re talking about. After all, who hasn’t heard of Rabbit...[ Click to read more ]

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