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...[ Click to read more ]
With Christmas fast approaching, thoughts turn to presents and brightening up the home with a few decorations. If you haven't already got your shopping for the season planned out, here...[ Click to read more ]
One of the most popular destinations to visit from Hiroshima is Miyajima. Officially called Itsukushima, the island has a collection of temples and shrines — including the iconic Itsukushima Shrine...[ Click to read more ]
Hiroshima has grown in popularity as a tourist destination in recent years, with Japanese and overseas nationals flocking to see attractions such as Hiroshima Castle, Peace Memorial Park, and Itsukushima...[ Click to read more ]
Thanksgiving is a well-known celebration in countries such as the United States, where families traditionally gather to have a turkey feast followed by a slice of pumpkin pie. Japan has...[ Click to read more ]
Hiroshima is an ideal destination for anyone who loves adventurous sports and the great outdoors. There are a variety of activities to try, whether you’re looking for a way to...[ Click to read more ]
As someone remarked, you can't truly judge a place until you've tasted its beer. Like many other regions in Japan and overseas, Hiroshima has recently seen a growth in the...[ Click to read more ]
One of the first things you might want to do if you’ve relocated to Japan long-term is to start learning the language. Japanese can be a challenge for westerners as...[ Click to read more ]
Hiroshima’s growing expat population increased from just under 40,000 in 2014 to over 55,000 in 2020. that 55,000 figure makes up around 2% of the prefecture’s inhabitants. It is a...[ Click to read more ]
With many accessible mountains and gorges and the Seto Inland Sea as a stunning backdrop, Hiroshima prefecture offers excellent walking routes suitable for all abilities, from those who want a...[ Click to read more ]