What to do and see in Hiroshima Prefecture, Chugoku: The Best Historic Walking Areas

May 21, 2021 Renato Branum

Hiroshima Prefecture (広島県, Hiroshima-ken) is a prefecture of Japan located in the Chūgoku region on Honshu island. The capital is the city of Hiroshima. It has a population of around 2.8 million.
Restaurants in Hiroshima Prefecture

1. Miyajima

Miyajima-cho, Hatsukaichi 738-8501 Hiroshima Prefecture +81 829-30-9141 http://visit-miyajima-japan.com/en/
Excellent
73%
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24%
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3%
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4.5 based on 4,815 reviews

Miyajima

Scenic site that includes the Itsukushima Shrine, Otorii Gate and visit to Mt. Misen.

Reviewed By iluv2eatntravel - San Diego, United States

It is nearly impossible to humanly describe the magnitude of what fascinating Miyajima island can offer - one has to experience it first hand. Definitely should be at the top of the list of any visit to Hiroshima. Please plan ahead as you would need a minimum of at least half a day as it should be enjoyed in a unhurried manner. It just seems that time slowed down on the island. If you can, go early and stay late. The island itself is amazingly explorable. Wear comfortable walking or hiking shoes. The buildings, especially the Itsukushima Shine with its gigantic ‘floating’ torii gate and nearby temples and pagodas have beautiful architectures that blends into the natural surroundings of sea, lush forests, and the misty Mount Misen. Wild and friendly deers roam its street freely. The residents of Miyajima were super friendly. Miyajima’s quaint town is filled with rustic buildings of shops and restaurants. Seafood served in the restaurants were delicious especially the grilled oysters freshly harvested in local waters. There are also some very scenic (potentially challenging) hiking trails up Mt Misen. If time is of the essence, and you are not able to hike the entire elevation of Mt Misen, take the ropeway up to near the top and then hike the rest of the way to the summit for some spell binding views at 1755 feet.

2. Saijosakagura-dori Street

Saijohommachi, Higashihiroshima 739-0011 Hiroshima Prefecture +81 82-421-2511 http://www.hiroshima-kankou.com/spot/3980
Excellent
25%
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75%
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Saijosakagura-dori Street

3. Takehara Townscape Preservation Area

Takeharamachi Kamiichi Shimoichi, Takehara 725-0022 Hiroshima Prefecture +81 846-22-2475 http://www.takeharakankou.jp/
Excellent
31%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
3%
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4.0 based on 188 reviews

Takehara Townscape Preservation Area

4. Takinokoji

Takinokoji Miyajima-cho, Hatsukaichi 739-0588 Hiroshima Prefecture
Excellent
28%
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50%
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22%
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4.0 based on 36 reviews

Takinokoji

5. Mantokuin Ruins Historical Park

Motsuna, Kitahiroshima-cho, Yamagata-gun 731-1505 Hiroshima Prefecture
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100%
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

Mantokuin Ruins Historical Park

6. Osaki Shimo-jima Island Mitarai Area

Mitarai Yutakamachi, Kure 734-0302 Hiroshima Prefecture http://www.yutaka-kanko.jp/
Excellent
33%
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51%
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16%
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4.0 based on 61 reviews

Osaki Shimo-jima Island Mitarai Area

7. Sirakabe no Machinami

Joge Jogecho, Fuchu 729-3431 Hiroshima Prefecture +81 847-62-3999 http://fuchu-kanko.jp/fkan/?attachment_id=141
Excellent
14%
Good
57%
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29%
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4.0 based on 7 reviews

Sirakabe no Machinami

8. Futaba no Satorekishi Sampomichi

3-4 Futabanosato, Higashi-Ku, Hiroshima 732-0057 Hiroshima Prefecture http://www.city.hiroshima.lg.jp/www/contents/1185616769385/
Excellent
27%
Good
45%
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27%
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4.0 based on 11 reviews

Futaba no Satorekishi Sampomichi

9. Ruins of Ninomaru of Hiroshima Castle

21 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima 730-0011 Hiroshima Prefecture http://www.rijo-castle.jp/RIJO_HP/contents/02_riyou/01_kaikan/01_index.html
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4.0 based on 2 reviews

Ruins of Ninomaru of Hiroshima Castle

10. Wall Painting in Hiroshima Detention House

2-6 Kamihatchobori, Naka-ku, Hiroshima 730-0012 Hiroshima Prefecture
Excellent
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Good
33%
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3.5 based on 18 reviews

Wall Painting in Hiroshima Detention House

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