Leisure / Hobbies Spots in Hiroshima Area

  • Momijidani Park
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    3.5
    36 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Hatsukaichishi Miyajimachou
    This is a park of 700 mainly Japanese maple trees at the foot of the virgin forest of Mt. Misen, Miyajima. The scene of the striking red colors of the trees during mid to late November make this a famous area to view the change of the seasons. The area near the Momiji (maple) Bridge is a popular spot to take photos. Although many visitors come in the autumn season the park is also attractive from spring to the summer with its fresh greenery surrounding the park. It is approximately 20 minutes on foot from Miyajima Pier.

    Omoto park is the site of a very old battle field. This is a grea area for walking and for seeing the wild deer.

  • Numaji Transportation Museum
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    3.5
    35 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Hiroshimashi Asaminami-ku Chourakuji 2-12-2
    This vehicle and transportation-themed science museum is located in Asaminami Ward, Hiroshima City. Its exhibits include more than 2,000 model vehicles, informational displays, and more. The museum is divided into a free area and premium area. The museum’s first floor is free of admission and includes a library, a museum shop, and more. The premium area located in the second floor and above features hands-on exhibits, model exhibits, and other attractions. Since 2006, the museum has preserved and displayed a streetcar affected by the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in its outdoor plaza.

    Visited the Museum with my fiancé on a Saturday morning. Was originally expecting something similar to Kyotos Railway Museum and buffered for hours to go through the museum, however this museum can...

  • Hiroshima Prefectural Beach
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    4.5
    28 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Kureshi Kamagarichououra Maeokiura 7605
    A beach located in Kamagari-cho, Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture. The 400 meter long beach has been selected for inclusion in the Japan's 100 Best Beaches list, a list of Japan's 55 best beaches, and a list of the 100 most comfortable beaches in Japan. Visitors can rent stand seats, tent seats, and parasols; the beach is also replete with warm water showers, changing rooms, and toilets. Beachside clubhouses sell shaved ice and light meals, and everyone, from groups of friends to families with children, can have summertime fun here.

    I just cant imagine how this beach can be so well-designed. We went there in winter with no water sports but it was still excellent. We played badminton in the B&G sports centre for 600 yen for an...

  • Fukuyama Kusado Sengen Museum (Hiroshima Prefectural Museum of History)
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    42 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Fukuyamashi Nishimachi 2-4-1
    This museum is located in Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture. The museum primarily exhibits artifacts excavated from Kusado Sengen, a medieval town buried in the bed of the Ashida River. The permanent exhibits include an area where visitors can get a sense of the history of Kusado Sengen and Setouchi. There, visitors can see actual artifacts as well as replicas, models, and other exhibits. The museum also holds a wide range of other special exhibits.

    Global peace is a big challenge for international community. Hiroshima is famous for atomic bombing. Many foreign visitors go for a handy experience of second word war. Peace Memorial reminds us...

  • Hirata Farm
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    3.5
    29 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Miyoshishi Uedamachi 1740-3
    Visitors to this tourist farm can enjoy picking strawberries, grapes, and other seasonal fruits all year long. They can also enjoy desserts made with fruit from the farm and country cooking made with local ingredients. Visitors can also try making ice cream with fruit, canning fruit, and other activities.

    We were lucky to be able to go there after the bad flood in that area. The farm was ok and the road going there was opened. We made reservation before going. We went there in late July and it was...

  • Akitakata City Museum of Local History
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    3.5
    19 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Akitakatashi Yoshidachouyoshida 278-1
    This is a museum which introduces the history and cultural properties of Akitakata City, focusing on Mouri and his stronghold, Koriyama Castle. Ancient documents related to Mouri Motonari, artifacts from Koriyama castle, as well as items dedicated to shrines and temples by Mouri are exhibited. Various exhibitions are held in addition to the permanent exhibition.

    吉田郡山城の100名城印と御城印の入手場所がここでした。古代から近代までの安芸高田市の歴史がコンパクトに展示されていました。写真撮影ができない場所が多かったですが、勉強にはなりました。建物は新しいものでした。駐車場は前にあります。城の方の散策には別の駐車場を使うように書かれていました。

  • Hiroshima City Ebayama Museum of Meteorology
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    4.5
    34 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Hiroshimashinakaku Ebaminami 1-40-1
    This museum dedicated to the subject of meteorology, one of only a few in Japan, is located inside the former head office of the Hiroshima Local Meteorological Office. Its permanent exhibits include independent weather forecasts for the Hiroshima City area, the Meteorological observatory equipment installed at Hiroshima’s former meteorological observatory, materials related to the atomic bombing, and more. In its hands-on exhibit area, visitors can experience strong winds in the museum’s Wind Blast Capsule or feel what it’s like to be inside a typhoon’s clouds in their Typhoon Box.

    久しぶりに気象館を訪ねてきました。旧気象台を利用した施設なので、元の気象予報室が、お天気情報コーナー・図書館となり、気象をテーマにした夏休みの宿題に必要な情報収集の場として活用できそうです。2階にはタイフーンボックスなどの体験コーナーもあり、丁度、夏休み期間だったので、夏の企画展「お天気のキモン大解決!-めざせ!お天気マスター!」やサイエンスショーが開催されており、子供たちを対象にした気象科学館...

  • Onomichi City Museum of Art
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    3.5
    18 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Onomichishi Nishitsuchidouchou 17-19 In the Senkoji Park
    It is a museum located in the Senkoji Park in Onomichi City. It was built in 1980 using the former NHK Onomichi Broadcasting Station site. In 2003, the buildings were renewed with designs by architect Tadao Ando, and both the main building and new building have become a symbol of Senkoji Park. An exhibition was held to introduce high quality art regardless of country or genre. The museum stores many art pieces familiar to Onomichi.

    Located near Senkoji temple and can be accessed by cable car. They held an exhibit on Reiji Hiramatsus works that are a part of the town museum in Yugawara. The vivid artwork was striking and worth...

  • AQ’A Hiroshima Center City
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    3.5
    27 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Hiroshimashinakaku Motomachi 6-27
    A shopping mall located in Kamiya-cho in the heart of Hiroshima City. A well-known Hiroshima destination, the exterior of the building bears a design modeled after the scales of a carp. Mall tenants include a variety of fashionable apparel shops with a focus on women's clothing; a wide variety of restaurants, from Western fare to restaurant's serving Setouchi cuisine; as well as boutiques, bookstores, and even a comprehensive medical center. The medical center is conveniently open even on Saturday afternoons and Sundays. The Sogo Hiroshima Store operates on floors B1, 2, 10, and the roof. There's also a bus terminal on the third floor, making access highly convenient.

    猛暑の中、夕方までの2時間を過ごしました。 SONY PLAZAやセレクトされたインナーショプ。ウィンドウショッピングでしたが、主人は紀伊國屋書店で趣味の探索をしていました。 夕暮れになり八丁堀方面へ行き広島名物の小鰯やお好み焼きの店、ハシゴして食べ歩きしました。

  • Mariho Aquarium
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    4.0
    8 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Hiroshimashinishiku Kanonshinmachi 4-14-35 within Hiroshima marina hop
    This aquarium is in Nishi Ward, Hiroshima City found in the Hiroshima Marina Hop mall. Here you’ll find dynamic aquarium setting on display, where you can view realistic underwater sceneries and the activities of aquatic animals. Learn about the lives of the fish that live in coral reefs during their educational underwater show performed multiple times every day. The whole aquarium can be rented after closing as a hall for gatherings or year-end-parties..

    My daughter had to go to a zoo, aquarium or like for a homework assignment so we came here. It was a hot day and inside was cool and comfortable. You wont find this aquarium on any top ten list, but...

  • Kure Municipal Museum of Art
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    3.5
    24 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Kureshi Saiwaichou In Funami Park
    This art museum featuring hexagonal brick walls is located inside of Irifuneyama Park in Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture. Visits can see permanent and special exhibits that focus on the works of local artists. The museum also holds events such as the Citizen’s Gallery, an exhibition of works by local citizens. Known fondly as “Museum Road,” the hilly road near the museum is has been selected as one of Japan’s Best 100 Roads.

    呉駅から徒歩10分ちょっとのところにある呉市立美術館です。『この世界の片隅で』展を見に行ってきました。 平日の朝イチ。観覧者は私だけでした。チケットはHPクーポン使い400円でした。 漫画の原画が沢山展示され、当時の時代背景が説明されてるのが良かったです。館内は写真撮影禁止でした。

  • Geihoku Kokusai Ski Resort
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    4.0
    19 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Yamagatagunkitahiroshimachou Nakaso 19
    This ski resort in Kitahiroshima Town, Yamagata County, Hiroshima Prefecture, is one of the largest in western Japan. The resort offers a variety of courses suitable for all skill levels, as well as a kid’s park and other attractions. Guests can enjoy playing on its wide slopes all day long. Other facilities include three restaurants, a rental booth, locker rooms, and more. The resort is open from around December to March each year.

    Bought a seasons pass here, rode most of the season, and deeply regretted it for the following reasons: 1. Most important, the snow quality is horrendous. Poor snowfall means it opens late and...

  • JMSDF Kure Museum (Tetsunokujira—The Iron Whale)
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    Hiroshima Pref. Kureshi Takaramachi 5-32
    It is a public relations facility of the Maritime Self-Defense Force in Kure City. It has been opened free of charge to the public since 2007. An authentic large submarine is displayed onshore and is a valuable spot where you can actually board the vessel and see and experience the life and environment inside a submarine. In addition, there are exhibits introducing the history of the Maritime Self-Defense Force and its relationship with Kure, and introduces the threat of mines and the activities of mine-sweeping vessels. There is also a shop where you can purchase Self- Defense Force goods and souvenirs of Kure.
  • MAZDA Museum
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    Hiroshima Pref. Akigunfuchuchou Shinchi 3-1
    A museum in Fuchu City, Aki County, Hiroshima Prefecture. Come explore the history of automobile manufacturer MAZDA and enjoy some of the famous vehicles they created. Exhibits include history of the 1920s as well as engines and manufacturing technology. Reservations are required, so please contact in advance to make reservations before visiting.
  • Serayume Park Sera Winery
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    4.0
    13 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Seragunserachou Kurobuchi 518-1
    Serayume Park, located in Sera Town, Sera County, Hiroshima Prefecture, is a park comprised of Sera Prefectural Citizens’ Park, a park area capitalizing on the natural beauty of this plateau area; and Sera Winery, a tourism-oriented winery which makes wine from local grapes. Sera Prefectural Citizens’ Park is the perfect place for a casual picnic and has a spacious grass lawn for playing sports with the family, a playground, and a nature observation garden. At Sera Winery, you can learn about the wine making process and sample the facility’s wines. There’s also a wine shop, restaurant, foot bath, and miniature SL trains, making Serayume Park a fun-filled destination for the whole family.

    世羅ワイナリーで葡萄ジュースにワインの試飲ができ、バーベキューにハンバーグなどが食べれて、足湯やミニSLもあるので家族で楽しめるところです。

  • WoodOne Museum of Art
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    12 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Hatsukaichishi Yoshiwa 4278
    This art museum is located in Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture. It displays various pieces such as modern Japanese paintings, Meissen porcelain, and Satsuma-yaki (Satsuma ware) from the Bakumatsu to Meiji periods (1853–1912). In addition, it holds not only permanent exhibits but also regularly has exhibitions. There is also a shop that sells original goods inside the museum. It is open from March to December every year and is closed during the winter.

    岸田劉生麗子像がウッドワン美術館の顔、と思っていましたが、ガラスなど、知らない世界がどっさり。宮島パワートライアスロンの際に尋ねましたが、次はもっとじっくりと来てみたいと思いました。

  • Rantokaku Art Museum
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    9 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Kureshi Shimokamagarichou Minnosode 200-1
    This is an art museum made of Japanese cypress encompassing Japanese architectural beauty. Works by Yokoyama Taikan, Fukuda Heihachiro and other artists representing Japanese modern art as well as works by local artists are exhibited. Also, music concerts are held on the third Saturday of every month.

    Had a hard time finding information on anything other than the museums so we weren’t sure what to expect. The town that the museums are in is so lovely and the people were all so nice! We visited 4...

  • Kagura Monzen Toji Village
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    1 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Akitakatashi Midorichouhongou 4627
    A tourist attraction in Akitakata City, Hiroshima Prefecture. At the hotel with natural radon hot spring, as well as the Kagura Dome and the Kamukura Theater, you can enjoy the traditional Kagura dancing from 22 different Kagura troupes. There are also restaurants and souvenir shops, and seasonal events are regularly held, making this a popular location for tourists.

    大浴場 :×(村内の日帰り温泉施設を利用) 客室 :303号室(和室6畳+掘りごたつ) 窓からの景色:特筆すべきものは有りません 無料WiFi :× オートロック:×(施錠式) 洗面所 :〇 部屋風呂 :× トイレ :〇 冷蔵庫 :〇 金庫 :〇 布団 :食事中に敷かれています 2019年のゴールデンウィークに宿泊しました。神楽門前湯治村という一種のミニ...

  • Sera Kouzan Fuerai no sato
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    2 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Seragunserachou Otani 1049-40
    This location famous for cherry blossoms is in Sera Town, Sera County Hiroshima Prefecture. Every year in April you can see the double cherry blossoms, the Yoshino cherry blossoms, and a row of weeping cherry trees. When the flowers are in full bloom, they are lit up at night, and there are always large crowds of visitors throughout the blooming season. Pets allowed.

    しだれ桜で有名な場所です。少し高いところにあるのと桜の種類からか開花時期が遅めで、他が散った後にも楽しめます。道の両側に咲き乱れるしだれ桜は圧巻。公園もあるのでお弁当を食べたり、ちょっとスポーツしたりと遊べる場所です。

  • Setoda Sunset Beach
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    Hiroshima Pref. Onomichishi Setodachoutarumi
    This beach is located in the Seaside Sport Park in Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, and has almost 800 meters of white sand beach along with crystal clear waters, leading it to be chosen as one of Japan’s top 88 beaches. There are shower facilities, locker rooms and restaurants on site. The beach is a famous location to watch the sunset and draws large crowds. It is open from July to August every year.

Hiroshima Areas

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There is more than meets the eye awaiting any Hiroshima-bound traveler. Kicking off in Hiroshima city, the Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima Castle, and Shukkeien Garden offer a couple of days of exploring; however, the real beauty lies along the southern coast of the prefecture. There, a series of islands spreads across the Seto Inland Sea: from the mysterious sea-submerged Great Torii Gate at Miyajima Island to the first half of the islands that connect Honshu to Shikoku via six spectacular suspension bridges.

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