広島県 · Chugoku Region
Hiroshima Hidden Gems
A city rebuilt as a monument to peace, paired with the floating torii of Miyajima across the bay — two UNESCO sites within an hour of each other.
2 spots
Climate & Best Season
Mild Inland Sea climate: warm summers, gentle winters, low rainfall. Year-round, with oysters at their best in winter.
Famous For (Food)
- Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki
- Oysters
- Tsukemen
- Momiji manju
Signature Sights
- Peace Memorial Park & Dome
- Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima
- Onomichi temple walk
- Shimanami Kaido cycling
Hiroshima· Hiroshima City
Hiroshima-Style Okonomiyaki — Layered Savory Pancake Feast
Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki (広島風お好み焼き) is the prefecture's signature comfort food — a multi-layered savory pancake built…
okonomiyakiHiroshima-stylesavory pancake+2
Updated Jul 2026
Hiroshima· Hiroshima City
Momiji Manju — Miyajima's Maple Leaf-Shaped Sweet
Momiji manju (もみじ饅頭, 'maple leaf manju') is Hiroshima and Miyajima's iconic confection — small, maple leaf-shaped cakes…
momiji manjumaple leafMiyajima sweets+2
Updated Jul 2026