Japan Destination Guide
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    • History & Heritage
    • Food, Drink & Shop
    • Relaxation
    • Nature & National Park
    • Culture & Craft
  • 日本語
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    • 北陸信越エリア
    • 関東エリア
    • 東海エリア
    • 関西エリア
    • 中国エリア
    • 四国エリア
    • 九州エリア
    • 沖縄エリア





Chugoku Area

Full of Rural Beauty, Rewarding Hikes and Great Historical Significance
Chugoku is the westernmost part of the main Japanese island Honshu. Aside from Hiroshima, most of Chugoku is probably well off the beaten track for a brief visit to Japan; but if time permits, you'll find a region full of memorable sights and experiences, and a side of Japan that's completely unlike the better-known destinations in Kansai and Kanto.

With its well-known history and famed floating shrine, it is hard to overlook Hiroshima, but this popular destination is merely the entry point of Japan's less-explored western frontier. Continue west following the Sanyo Shinkansen and you'll discover idyllic seaside towns and island-hopping opportunities on the Seto Inland Sea, with onward paths to Kyushu and Shikoku. Venture inland on the road less traveled, and your efforts will be rewarded with hikes on breathtaking peaks like Mt. Daisen divine natural landscapes, and the excitement of discovery in Shimane and Tottori.

Hiroshima

Prayers for World Peace
Gain a deeper understanding of the suffering caused by war and the true value of peace.
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Miyajima

The Floating Torii Gate
A trip to Miyajima, and although the floating torii gate is top of the list of your Japan stay.
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Izumo Taisha

Grand Shrine
One of the oldest and most important shrines in Japan. Enshrine the deity who built this country.
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Onomichi

Miniature Garden Town
Surrounded by hills, with narrow streets and stone paths meandering between the houses.
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Mitarai

Port Town of Seto Inland Sea
Experience the sense of community and friendliness that characterized life in Japan decades ago.
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Yanai

Red-and-White Goldfish
Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the promenade of this officially recognized traditional townscape.
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Saijo

Hidden Gem For Sake Fans
The sake district that symbolizes Saijo as the "Sake Town," is a mecca of sorts for Japanese sake lovers.
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Shimanami Kaido

Island Hopping Cycling
The Shimanami Kaido area is filled with the natural beauty of many islands dotting the Seto Inland Sea.
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Mt. Daisen

Mt. Fuji of Western Japan
In the summer, a popular trekking spot, and serves as a ski/snowboarding destination in the winter.
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​Regions of Chugoku
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  • Shimane
  • Yamaguchi


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Seto inland Sea
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Bizen
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Shimonoseki
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Okayama City
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Fukuyama
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Matsue
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Tottori City
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Sakaiminato
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Kure
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Takehara
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Saijo
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Shimo-kamagari Island
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Mitarai
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Hagi
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Yamaguchi City
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Kurayoshi
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Bitchu-Takahashi
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Misasa Onsen
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Iwakuni
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Yanai
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Fukiya
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Yunotsu Onsen
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Joge
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Chizu
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Karato
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Inspiration for Your Japan trip
History & Heritage
Culture & Art
Food, Drink & Shop
Relaxation
Nature & National Park
Explore Regions of Japan
Hokkaido
Tohoku

Kanto
Hokuriku & Shinetsu
Tokai
Kansai
Chugoku
Shikoku
Kyushu
​Okinawa
日本を旅するアイデア
歴史&世界遺産
食と買物
文化工芸
リラックス
大自然
日本の地域を旅する
北海道
東北
関東
北陸信越
東海
関西
中国
四国
九州
沖縄
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  • TOP
    • History & Heritage
    • Food, Drink & Shop
    • Relaxation
    • Nature & National Park
    • Culture & Craft
  • 日本語
    • 北海道エリア
    • 東北エリア
    • 北陸信越エリア
    • 関東エリア
    • 東海エリア
    • 関西エリア
    • 中国エリア
    • 四国エリア
    • 九州エリア
    • 沖縄エリア