Hiroshima Day Trips

Why You Need to Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

Jul 25, 2022 By Justin Hanus

The Peace Memorial Museum in Hiroshima opened a decade after the atomic bomb destroyed almost the entire city on August 6, 1945. It presents an argument as to why nuclear...[ Click to read more ]

Family Days Out in Hiroshima

Jul 19, 2022 By Justin Hanus

Hiroshima is sadly internationally famous for the destruction caused at the end of the Second World War. However, there is more to this city and plenty to do there on...[ Click to read more ]

Out and About: Day Trips in Hiroshima

Apr 28, 2022 By William Farrow

No doubt, Hiroshima city has a lot to do and see. However, like all cities, residents may eventually find themselves in a rut when it comes to entertainment. Fortunately, Hiroshima...[ Click to read more ]

Take Your Pick: Hiroshima’s Kajitsu no Mori

Mar 31, 2022 By William Farrow

With spring comes renewed greenery across the land, and a season full of outdoor activities has begun. Today, we will talk about Kajitsu no Mori, quite literally The Fruit Forest,...[ Click to read more ]

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 ]

Explore the Uninhabited Island of Sensuijima

Apr 26, 2021 By Bert Wishart

With the weather improving by the day, it is time to start getting out and enjoying the beautiful natural delights that Hiroshima and its general locale have to offer. A...[ Click to read more ]

Explore the Fantastic Cycling Routes of Hiroshima

Jan 29, 2021 By Bert Wishart

Surrounded by water and a paucity of mountains, you wouldn't necessarily pick Hiroshima for a world-class cycling destination. However, bicycle enthusiasts worldwide come to the area to enjoy the many...[ Click to read more ]

Take a Soothing Soak at one of Hiroshima’s Super Hot Spring Spas

Jan 29, 2021 By Bert Wishart

As temperatures around the country plummet, the Japanese winter can seem harsh, particularly if you are not fortunate enough to live in an environment that is equipped with central heating....[ Click to read more ]

Miyajima – A Holy Island That’s Wholly Worth a Visit

Oct 26, 2020 By Bert Wishart

Hiroshima Prefecture has much to offer it, from the hustle and bustle of the city, the somber and thought-provoking memorials, the striking scenery of the hills and gorges, and the...[ Click to read more ]

Onomichi – Temples, Ramen and Cats Galore at Hiroshima’s Seaside Jewel

Aug 31, 2020 By Bert Wishart

Flanked to the north by steep hillsides and to the south by the rolling Seto Inland Sea, the city of Onomichi is quaint, picturesque and full of history. It makes...[ Click to read more ]