Leisure / Hobbies Spots in Kure Area

  • Yamato Museum
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    Hiroshima Pref. Kureshi Takaramachi 5-20
    A museum which presents the history of the city of Kure, which prospered as a shipbuilding town and which was the location where the battleship Yamato was built as well as numerous large tankers which served after the Second World War. A one tenth scale Yamato battleship model stands in the Yamato Hiroba in the museum and is the centerpiece of the museum’s exhibits. The first floor exhibition room presents historical materials relating to Kure from the end of the shogunate government up through Japan’s postwar period as well as a real Zero Fighter Type 62 and a Kaiten Human Torpedo Type 10. On the third floor, visitors can learn scientific and technological principles with a focus on ships via interactive exhibits such as a ship piloting simulator. The “Kaigun-san no Curry,” traditional Japanese naval-style curry sold in the museum shop, makes a popular souvenir.
  • Irifuneyama Memorial Museum
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    4.0
    69 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Kureshi Saiwaichou 4-6
    A museum housed in the Former Official Residence of the Commander-in-Chief of the Kure Naval Station, a National Important Cultural Property built in 1905, located inside Irifuneyama Park a 13 minute walk from Kure Station. The museum building consists of a wooden Western-style structure as well as a Japanese-style hall. The Western portion of the building has a British-style exterior; the drawing room, decorated with rare “kinkarashi” gold patterned Japanese leather paper is a must-see. The grounds are also dotted with cultural properties and facilities where visitors can learn about the history of Kure since the Meiji period, including a hall dedicated to local culture, historical folk custom exhibit, and small clock tower once used at the former Kure naval arsenal.

    静かです。亀山神社が、昔し鎮座していた場所です。来場者が少なく、ゆっくり見ることが出来ます。職員は入船山の事をあまり知らないようで、説明看板も少なく、残念です。食事などをすることはできません。お茶の販売機は有ります。夏、冬は、冷暖房の設備がない為、服装に気お付けて下さい。

  • 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...

  • 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。

  • 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.
  • Rantokaku Art Museum
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    4.0
    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...

  • Shotoen Garden
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    3.5
    7 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Kureshi Shimokamagarichou Shimoshima 2277-3
    A Japanese garden on Shimokamagari-jima Island in Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture, which long served as a cornerstone of maritime traffic in the area as well as a port for Korean delegation to Japan and for samurai traveling to and from Edo. A circular garden built around a central pond, the Sannose Seto serves as a background. Visitors can enjoy the garden’s beautiful pines and scenery. There are several museums inside the garden which presents the history of Korean delegation to Japan, a museum displaying a collection of lamps, an art museum modeled after an Edo period guardhouse, and a porcelain museum.

    「蒲刈島番所」は再現建築、朝鮮通信使への接待の記録をまとめた「御馳走一番館」、ランプを収集展示した「あかりの館」は上関町から移設した大庄屋の屋敷、そして、古伊万里を展示する「陶磁器館」は宮島から移設した町家家屋など4つの日本建築があり、目の前の三ノ瀬瀬戸を借景にした日本庭園とともに集約した展示館になっています。 一つ一つの施設では、展示物を楽しむ、古い町家の内部を楽しむ、そして、庭園、蒲刈大橋や瀬...

  • Alley Karasukojima Park
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    Hiroshima Pref. Kureshi Shouwachou
    A park established on a former Imperial Japanese naval base in Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture. The park is the only place in the country where you can view Maritime Self Defense Force submarines up close. Visitors are free to walk about the park’s grounds. Red brick former naval arms and arsenal factory buildings surround the park, and a crane once used to lower torpedoes and other equipment onto ships still stands on one of the docks. At the JMSDF Kure Regional District Headquarters (F Berth) immediately adjacent, the general public is permitted to view the inside of a destroyer every Sunday (advance application required).
  • Higashi-Hiroshima Sports Park
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    Hiroshima Pref. Higashihiroshimashi Saijouchoutaguchi 67-1
    A park in Higashi-hiroshima City, which is also known as the Aqua Park. The park was built for the 1994 Hiroshima Asian Games. It has a great variety of facilities for all sorts of sporting events including a baseball stadium, athletic field, tennis courts, and a gym. Special classes for a variety of sports and events are also held here.
  • Ikoi-no-Mori Park
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    4.0
    3 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Pref. Higashihiroshimashi Saijouchoujike 941-17
    This campground in Higashi-hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, is located at the foot of Mt. Ryuo. Come enjoy outdoor recreation activities such as forest camping and day camping at this site with its BBQ areas, shower rooms, and multipurpose field. They also hold regular seasonal events and draw lots of visitors.

    This park is one of the big park in Higashihiroshima, Hiroshima. It has kinds playground, camping sites. People come with family to some quality time. Usually in the time of cherry blossom this park...

  • Ondo no Seto Park
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    Hiroshima Pref. Kureshi Kegoya 8
    You’ll find this park on the Honshu side of the “Ondo no Seto” channel that connects Kurahashi-jima Island and Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture on the mainland. According to legend, the two shores used to be connected long ago, but Taira no Kiyomori called back the setting sun and completed the channel in a single day. The park offers a breathtaking view of the contrast between the blue of the water and sky and the crimson arches of the Ondo Bridge and Second Ondo Bridge. From late March until early April, the cherry blossoms bloom, and from late April until early May, the azaleas bloom, attracting throngs of tourists.
  • Greenpia Setouchi
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    Hiroshima Pref. Kureshi Yasurachoumitsuguchi 326-48
    A hotel and resort in Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture. Try out their public baths with panoramic view or their buffet with fresh seafood from the Seto Inland Sea. With plenty of other activities to enjoy including the sunshine pool which opens during the summer, ground golf, and tennis, this is a popular location amongst tourists.
  • Nanaura Beach
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    Hiroshima Pref. Kureshi Yasurachouato
    This beach front is in Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture. From this sandy beach with gentle waves, you can look across the water to the far shores of islands in the Seto Inland Sea including Toyoshima island and Kamagari island. This beach always draws crowds of swimmers during the summer season. There are a cafe in the area as well as BBQ spots along the beach where you can enjoy BBQ with making reservations in advance.
  • Human Beach Nagase (Nagase Beach)
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    Hiroshima Pref. Etajimashi Noumichounakamachi
    This beach in Etajima, Hiroshima is a 400-meter artificial beach that is known for its gentle waves and clear water. Shower huts, beach houses, and changing rooms are on site, and the beach always draws lots of swimmers during its open season. You can also enjoy a variety of marine sports including canoes, paddleboards, and wake boards.
  • Higashihiroshima Country Club
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    4.0
    2 Reviews
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Hiroshima Higashihiroshima-shi Shiwacho Shiwahigashi Awara 10671-29

    久しぶりにここでプレーいたしました。比較的手ごろな値段でなかなか面白いコースのように感じました。広島市内からそう遠くないのも魅力です。レストランの食事も美味しく、コンペ後のミーティングでも利用したのですが、従業員さんの対応も素晴らしかったと思います。

  • Kure Country Club
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    5.0
    1 Reviews
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Hiroshima Kure-shi Yasuracho Ato

    呉の海自カレー・シールラリーのスポットの一つで、それを食べるため、ゴルフだけでなく、レストランの利用のみで訪れました。 平日に行きましたが、意外にゴルフをされている方が多く、 お昼前の早めの時間に訪れましたが、食べ終わってお昼時ぐらいになったぐらいで、少し混雑してました。 レストランは広く、他の方と間隔も広く取れますし、窓も開いていたので、そのあたりは安心して食べることができました。 カレーは...

  • Hiroshima International Golf Club
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    4.0
    1 Reviews
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    Hiroshima Higashihiroshima-shi Kurosecho Minamigata 199-70

    東広島にあるゴルフコースです。ここのゴルフコースのお気に入りの点は、コース幅が広いと言う点で、他のコースの倍近くある様な気がします。よほど方向を間違えない限り、OBとなることは無いと思います。昨年の豪雨の影響で、一部コースのレイアウトが変更されていますが、全体として、面白いコースと思っています。

  • Gohara Country Club
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    4.5
    2 Reviews
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Hiroshima Kure-shi Goharacho Nishi Yokoo 412

    呉市の『海自カレーシールラリー』のスポットの一つなので、 ゴルフではなく、レストランのみの利用で訪れました。 郷原インターから車で近く、看板も多く出ていましたので迷わず行けました。 ゴルフの利用ではないので、クラブハウスへ入るのも緊張しましたが、丁寧にご案内していただき、大自然を目の前にして美味しくカレーをいただきました。

  • Aki Country Club
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Hiroshima Higashihiroshima-shi Kochicho Nyuno 11957-6
  • Kaikatsu Club Higashi-hiroshima Saijo 2 Go
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Hiroshima Higashi-hiroshima-shi Saijogojocho 1-21

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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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