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- Wakunaga Garden
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- Hiroshima Pref. Akitakatashi Koudachousukumoji
- A park in Akitakata City, Hiroshima Prefecture. The gardens are maintained directly by the employees of Wakunaga Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. and include a rose garden and medicinal herb garden. With free entry, you can enjoy over 5,000 roses covering 500 varieties as well as a variety of other flowers that bloom in each season. This is also a popular spot to enjoy the changing autumn colors.
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- Hogenji Temple
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- Hiroshima Miyoshi-shi Miyoshimachi 1057
- This Buddhist temple was founded in 1633 as the family temple of the Asano clan by Asano Nagaharu, the third lord of the clan. The temple’s grounds adjoin Ozekiyama Park and are dotted with cultural properties tied to the famed 47 ronin. An impressive weeping cherry on the grounds is said to have been planted by Oishi Kuranosuke, chamberlain of Ako Domain, when he visited the area on the occasion of Asano Nagaharu’s daughter Agurihime marriage to Asano Takuminokami, the man whose forced suicide instigated the events of the 47 ronin. The majestic tree stands 30-meters-tall and the temple’s grounds are one of the city’s leading cherry blossom-viewing destinations; the weeping cherry on the grounds of the Dairakuji Temple is also said to have been planted from one of this tree’s buds. Some of the temple’s many other highlights include the Gishido temple, which enshrines wooden statues of the 47 ronin; and a stone spire under which is buried the hair of Agurihime.
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尾関山公園から坂を30ｍ下った場所にある臨済宗妙心寺派の寺で浅野家の菩提寺です。境内には浅野長治公の像や赤穂義士の大石義雄の手植えの松や本堂先の階段を登ると赤穂浪士４７人の出立の道を模した義士道や浅野内匠頭の正室である阿久利姫の遺髪が安置され、義士道と向い合せで瑤泉院(阿久利姫の落飾名)像等見所満載で、四十七士討入の12月前に訪れることができて良かったです。
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- Haji Dam (Yachiyo Lake)
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- Hiroshima Pref. Akitakatashi Yachiyochouhaji 1194-1
- A dam in Akitakata City, Hiroshima Prefecture. It was built to supply fresh water for Hiroshima City and the Geiyo Islands, and is an indispensable part of Hiroshima City’s water supply. Yachiyo Lake, formed when the dam was built, has been chosen as one of the top 100 Dam Lakes in Japan. This place is famous for its cherry blossoms and is visited by many people. There are also plenty of shops in the park during the cherry blossom season.
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- Taiho Farm
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- Hiroshima Pref. Seragunserachou Kyoumaru 10804-1
- A sightseeing orchard in Sera County, Hiroshima Prefecture. Enjoy picking fruits which change with the season, such as pears and grapes. Also, at the attached Yama no Eki shop, they sell not just pears and grapes but also local vegetables and processed food. The farm is also the site for regular events, making this a place frequented by the locals.
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- Sera Kouzan Fuerai no sato
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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.
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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。
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- Okudagenso Sayume Museum
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- Hiroshima Pref. Miyoshishi Higashisakeyamachi 10453-6
- This art museum displays the works of Genso Okuda—a Japanese painter from Miyoshi City—and his wife Sayume Okuda, a doll maker. The lobby is named for “the moon” —an important motif in Genso Okuda’s works—and is designed for viewing of the actual moon as well. There are nighttime concerts in the lobby during full moons.
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- Hyakuzo Kurata Literary Museum
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- Hiroshima Shobara-shi Nishihonmachi 2-20-10 Shobara-shi Denen Bunka Center
- This literature museum presents materials concerning Shobara-born author Hyakuzo Kurata. Located inside the Shobara Rural Culture Center, the museum displays some 200 items of historic value, including handwritten manuscripts, letters, photographs, and personal articles. “The Priest and His Apprentice,” one of the author’s most well-known works, was a best-seller in its time and has been translated into numerous other languages. The museum’s standing exhibition includes the original manuscript as well as a letter Nobel Prize-winning author Romain Rolland sent to Kurata praising the work, and visitors can learn about Kurata’s life and his literary achievements.
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歴史民俗資料館や倉田百三文学館、図書館、ホールなどがあります。百三の愛用していた机や硯などが展示されていました。著書や、書、なども見学しました。無料で入館できました。
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- Josei-daki Falls
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- Hiroshima Pref. Miyoshishi Sakugichoushimosakugi
- 126-meter falls in Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture. There’s a promenade along the river leading to Takimidai, where the waterfall can be seen closely. The waterfall has been selected as one of Hiroshima prefecture’s Places of Scenic Beauty as well as one of Japan’s top 100 waterfalls. There’s parking available and during the autumn season, this is a popular location with tourists to observe the changing colors.
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- Joge White Plaster Townscape
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- Hiroshima Fuchu-shi Jogecho Joge
- This area in Fuchu City, Hiroshima Prefecture prospered during the Edo period both as land under the direct control of the shogunate government and as a post station town which served as a center for trade in the Chugoku region. The entire area is filled with traditional old storehouses and townhomes covered with white plaster and namako walls and fitted with lattice doors. Many of these buildings are still used as shops and homes to this day, and visitors rave that here you can enjoy atmospheric scenery which is still heavily colored by the area’s past as a wealthy trade and financial district. Joge Christian Church serves as a symbol of the area and has even been included in a list of 100 Best Cultural Sites in Hiroshima Prefecture.
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上下出身の作家「岡田美知代」の生家を改築した資料館です。上下の歴史や昔話、住民の作品など、2階は岡田美千代関係の資料が展示されています。武田信玄の軍師 山本勘助の具足なども展示されています。「上下ひなまつり」の時期だったので、展示されている雛人形も見事でした。入館無料です。
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- Toyomatsu Paper Airplane Tower
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3.01 Reviews - Travel / Tourism
- Hiroshima Jinseki-gun Jinsekikogen Cho Shimotoyomatsu 318
- This tower, the only one of its kind in the world, was created specifically for people to launch paper airplanes from it. Situated in the center of the park at the summit of 663-meter-high Mt. Yonami, the tower stands 26-meters-tall. There is an observation deck situated 15 meters up the tower, and from here visitors can take in a 360 degree, panoramic view encompassing distant Mt. Daisen, Mt. Dogo, and the Hiba Mountains. In 2013, the tower was designated a Lover's Sanctuary, and visitors can drop a “lovecopter” from the tower, which is said to grant one true love.
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うわさを聞いて、行きたいと思っていました。 看板は分かりにくいし、道は狭く、迷いました。 やっと到着したものの、閉館中でした。 景色はとても良かったので、次回は開館を確認して行こうと思っています。 開館時間と地図などで下調べされることをお勧めします。
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- Ozekiyama Park
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- Hiroshima Pref. Miyoshishi Miyoshimachi
- A municipal park located close to Ozekiyama Station on the JR Sanko Line. An observatory on top of a small mountain in the park offers a sweeping view of Miyoshi City. The park is also a renowned destination for viewing cherry blossoms and autumn foliage and many people come to the park to enjoy its seasonal scenery.
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- Domen Shoten
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- Hiroshima Pref. Akitakatashi Midorichouhongou 4627 Kagura Monmen Yuji Murauchi
- At this souvenir shop inside Kagura Monzen Toji Village, you’ll find a selection of rare Akitakata folk crafts and delicious seasonal food items. Inside the shop they sell a variety of unique ice cream flavors including Jomon ice cream and wild rice ice cream. Get souvenirs, and try some dessert after enjoying Akitakata gourmet cuisine in the Village.
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- Mt.Takatani Sea of fog Observatory
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- Hiroshima Pref. Miyoshishi Awayamachi
- "This observatory is located on 490-meter-high Mt. Takatani in Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture. The observatory is famous for its ""sea of fog,"" a phenomenon which can be seen from October through March when weather conditions are right. The observatory also offers a sweeping view of Miyoshi City; the nightscape visible from here is also spectacular. During the sea of fog season, many tourists come here."
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- Onbashi Bridge
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- Hiroshima Pref. Shoubarashi Toujouchoutaishakumido
- This enormous natural bridge spans Hiroshima Prefecture's Taishaku Gorge. Made of limestone, it's 90 meters long and 18 meters wide. The river gradually cut through the stone leaving it in its current form. It has been declared one of Japan's top 100 bridges, and it is a National Natural Monument. In the past it was used for regular traffic and the passing of horses and carts, but with the advent of modern roads, it fell into disuse. The whole area is part of Hiba-Dogo-Taishaku Quasi-National Park, and hiking trails start from the parking lot.
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- Eimyoji Temple
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- Hiroshima Pref. Shoubarashi Toujouchoutaishakumido 2100
- Legend says this temple was founded by the priest Gyoki in 709. The principal object of worship is an image of Taishakuten, who's said to be related to victory and success. This is where the beautifully scenic natural monument of the Taishaku Gorge gets its name. Local farmers and samurai have worshiped there since ancient times, and it is home to temple treasures like a steel gong bequeathed by Nagao Kazukatsu, the lord of Tojo Castle. Currently visitors aren't allowed inside, but you can still view the historic wooden building from the grounds.
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- Toyohira Donguri Farm
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- Hiroshima Pref. Yamagatagunkitahiroshimachou Azaka 4827-1
- A tourism farm located in Yamagata District, Hiroshima Prefecture a 20 minute drive from the Hiroshima-Kita Interchange. Here visitors can enjoy picking seven different varieties of strawberries from mid-December to the end of June, including Aka Hoppe, Moikko, and Okimi Kaorino. The farm grows its strawberries using raised planters, ensuring that even those using strollers and wheelchairs can enjoy strawberry picking with ease. The farm also offers blueberry and tomato picking in July, and grape picking from mid-August. The farm offers 40-minute all-you-can-eat picking sessions for each fruit; strawberry picking comes with free servings of sweet condensed milk to put on your strawberries. In addition to all-you-can-eat picking, the farm also sells fruit by weight and visitors can have a fun-filled, relaxing time here.
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- Chodo Fruits Road My Neighbor Totoro Sanpo
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- Sera-cho, Sera-gun, Hiroshima-ken
- A “musical road” built in Sera Town, Sera County, Hiroshima Prefecture, a town dotted with numerous tourist-oriented farms. A 660 meter section of the northbound Chodo Yasuda Kamo Line (aka, the “Fruits Road”), bumps in the road will cause the tires of a vehicle to vibrate in such a way as to play the song “Sanpo” from the hit movie “My Neighbor Totoro” when driven over at 60 kilometers per hour. Designed to prevent speeding and promote traffic safety in a heavy tourism area, the road itself has become a tourism destination to enjoy while driving.
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- Grave site of Mori Motonari
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- Hiroshima Pref. Akitakatashi Yoshidachouyoshida
- Toshun-ji Temple was built the year after Mouri Motonari’s death in 1571 by his grandson Terumoto as the family temple. His tomb is erected in the precinct. The grave site is planted with Hariibuki, and there are also tombs of the Mouri clan and a Hyakuman Isshin Monument.
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- Kimita Sunflower Field
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- Hiroshima Pref. Miyoshishi Kimitachoufujikane Other
- There are about 1,000,000 sunflowers planted in the town in unused rice paddies. The sight of the vivid yellow scenery going on forever will take your breath away. Many sightseers visit each year.
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- Enshoji Temple
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- Hiroshima Shobara-shi Takanocho Shinichi 873
- One of the largest trees in the prefecture stands at the top of the stone steps of Enshoji Temple, a temple of the Honganji sect of the Jodo Shinshu sect of Buddhism. The tree is usually at its best from mid to late April, and is designated as a natural monument of the prefecture for its magnificent appearance that greets visitors.
Hiroshima Areas
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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