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Best Hotels In Hiroshima And Miyajima

Hiroshima is crammed with great hotels in every price range. Miyajima is smaller but has plenty of good places to stay. Here are my top picks, all personally inspected. ![Miyajima Grand Hotel Arimoto

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Best Places To Eat In Hiroshima And Miyajima

Hiroshima is a great eating city, where you can dine on local specialties like fresh oysters and savory okonomiyaki. And, Miyajima offers a lot of the same fare. Here are my favorite restaurants in bo

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Best Restaurants In Hiroshima And Miyajima

Hiroshima is a great eating city, where you can dine on local specialties like fresh oysters and savory okonomiyaki. And, Miyajima offers a lot of the same fare. Here are my favorite restaurants in bo

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Best Ryokan In Hiroshima And Miyajima

There aren't many ryokan in Hiroshima of interest to travelers, but there are several good ones on Miyajima. Here are my favorite picks. ![Iwaso](https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-LZQF6Dd/0/274f321

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Getting Around Hiroshima And Miyajima

It's easy to explore Hiroshima by public transport. And it's very easy to travel between Hiroshima and Miyajima. Once on the island of Miyajima, you can get everywhere on foot. Here are all the detail

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Hiroshima And Miyajima Cherry Blossoms

Hiroshima and the nearby island of Miyajima are fantastic places to enjoy Japan's famous cherry blossoms. Here is information on timing and a list of the best spots. ![Hiroshima / 広島](https://photos.

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Hiroshima And Miyajima Itineraries

My Hiroshima and Miyajima itineraries are carefully designed so that you can see the most important sights efficiently and comfortably, whether you go as a daytrip from Osaka/Kyoto, or stay overnight

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Hiroshima And Miyajima Districts

Hiroshima is a medium-size city that is easy to explore to by public transport and on foot. Miyajima is a small island that can easily be explored on foot. Here are the details on the districts of Hir

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Hiroshima And Miyajima Fall Foliage

Hiroshima is a decent place to see Japan's famous fall foliage, and the nearby island of Miyajima is a fantastic place to enjoy the colors. Here, I'll introduce the best foliage-viewing spots in Hiros

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Hiroshima Miyajima Walking Tours

Book a fully private tour with a knowledgeable English-speaking guide to explore the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and the sights on nearby Miyajima Island. ![hiroshima peace park](https://photos.smu

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How To Get To Hiroshima And Miyajima

Located in Western Honshu (Japan's main island), Hiroshima is less than two hours from Kansai (Osaka, Kyoto and Kobe) and four hours from Tokyo by shinkansen (bullet train). Miyajima is just a short h

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Things To Do In Hiroshima And Miyajima

A visit to Hiroshima naturally focuses on memorials to the atomic bombing of 1945, but that's not the end of the story. Nearby Miyajima is an island where the nature, temples and shrines will ease you

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When To Go To Hiroshima And Miyajima

What is the best time of year to visit Hiroshima/Miyajima? What's the weather like in Hiroshima/Miyajima month by month? Here, I'll give you all the answers. ![Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park](https://

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Cuisine: Savor the Flavors of Sushi, Ramen, and More

Japan's culinary landscape is a vibrant tapestry of flavors, techniques, and traditions that have captivated food enthusiasts worldwide. From the meticulous artistry of sushi to the soul-warming comfo

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Festivals: Join in the Vibrant Matsuri Festivals

Japan’s Matsuri festivals are a dazzling celebration of culture, tradition, and community, offering travelers an unforgettable way to experience the heart of Japanese life. From vibrant parades to s

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Tea Ceremonies: Experience the Art of Japanese Tea

Discover the serene beauty of Japanese tea ceremonies, a cultural treasure that blends mindfulness, tradition, and artistry. Known as Chanoyu or Sado, the Japanese tea ceremony is more than just d

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Japan Travel Tips: Essential advice for first-time visitors

Japan is a fascinating blend of ancient traditions and cutting-edge modernity that captivates travelers from around the world. As a first-time visitor, navigating this unique cultural landscape can be

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Hiroshima And Miyajima Travel Guide

Less than two hours by bullet train from Kyoto, Hiroshima is the most interesting city in Western Japan. And nearby Miyajima Island is a natural and spiritual sanctuary.

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Kobe Travel Guide 2025: Top Attractions, Food, & Sightseeing Tips

Kobe is renowned for its world-famous tender beef and the breathtaking views from Mount Rokko, making it a must-visit destination in Japan. Beyond these highlights, the city boasts a lively sake cultu

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First Time In Kyoto

Kyoto is the heart of traditional Japan, where ancient temples, serene gardens, and geisha culture come together to create an unforgettable travel experience. This comprehensive Kyoto guide will help

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Kyoto Travel Guide

Make the most of your trip to Kyoto with our comprehensive Kyoto itineraries and detailed guide to essential attractions in each of Kyoto’s fascinating districts. Whether you’re searching for the best

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Kanazawa Travel Guide 2025: Top Attractions, Food, & Sightseeing Tips

Sometimes called "Little Kyoto," Kanazawa is a superb destination in its own right. It's home to one of Japan's best gardens, some superb museums, well preserved traditional neighborhoods and some gre

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Nara Travel Guide

Located just under an hour from Kyoto and Osaka, Nara is one of Japan’s most historically significant and visually stunning cities. As the country’s first permanent capital, Nara is home to some of Ja

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Hankyu Kyo Train Garaku Guide And Map

This train between Kyoto and Osaka is decorated with a traditional Kyoto theme and some cars even have a miniature "Zen" garden and seats made of tatami mats. !["Zen" garden on the Kyo Train copyrigh

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Osaka Travel Guide

Make the most of your trip to Osaka with our comprehensive Osaka itineraries, our recommendations of the best places to eat in Osaka and rundowns of esse

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How To Buy Tickets And See Kabuki In Tokyo

If you'd like to catch a kabuki performance while in Tokyo, it's actually pretty easy to do, especially if you're happy with just one act of a performance. Here are all the details. ![Kabuki performa

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How To Buy Tickets For A Tokyo Sumo Match

If you're in town when a sumo tournament is being held, you should definitely try to check it out -- it is an unforgettable spectacle. Here is the definitive guide to getting sumo tickets in Tokyo. !

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Samurai Restaurant Time A Review And Guide To Getting Tickets

If you're traveling to Tokyo, chances are you'll have heard of the now-defunct Robot Restaurant in Shinjuku. Its successor, Samurai Restaurant Time, promises the same level of fun, kitschy excess. Her

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Tokyo Travel Guide

Make the most of your trip to Tokyo with Tokyo itineraries, definitive guide to the best places to eat, and detailed rundowns of essential attractions an

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Yokohama Travel Guide

Yokohama is Japan's second largest city, and remains a favourite day trip destination from Tokyo, especially for families with children. There's so much to see and do, including beautiful parks and

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