is a resilient and peaceful city, now a global symbol of peace. Just a short ferry ride away, the sacred island of Miyajima offers one of Japan's most iconic landscapes with its famous floating torii gate.

Places to see:

-Peace Memorial Park: a moving site including the A-Bomb Dome and the Peace Memorial Museum.

This place of remembrance invites us to a deep reflection on the importance of universal peace through the vestiges of history.

-Shukkeien Garden: a magnificent traditional Japanese garden located right in the city center. Activities:

-Miyajima (Itsukushima): the shrine island famous for its temple built on the water.

A UNESCO World Heritage site, Itsukushima Shrine is a spiritual masterpiece whose beauty changes with the tides.

-Mount Misen: Miyajima's highest point for a breathtaking view of the Seto Inland Sea.

Mount Misen, located on Miyajima Island, is a sacred mountain that offers a magnificent panoramic view of the Seto Inland Sea.

Activities:

-Okonomiyaki tasting: try the local version (Hiroshima style) cooked on a hot plate.

Sitting at the counter to savor freshly prepared Okonomiyaki right before your eyes is an essential and convivial experience.

-Encounter with deer: admire the free-roaming deer that inhabit Miyajima Island.

Since time immemorial, these free-roaming deer have been considered messengers of the gods on the sacred island of Miyajima.

-Momiji Manju making workshop: make traditional maple leaf-shaped cakes.

Get hands-on in a fun workshop to make your own Momiji Manju, these delicious small maple leaf-shaped cakes, emblems of the island.

Don't miss trying "Age-momiji," a fried and crispy version of the famous cake, ideal for enjoying while strolling through Miyajima's picturesque streets.

Cuisine:

-Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki: a gourmet layered dish with noodles.

Unlike Osaka's version, Hiroshima's Okonomiyaki is distinguished by its generous layers of cabbage and the addition of grilled noodles inside.

-Hiroshima Oysters: the treasure of the sea, Japan's largest producer.

Whether grilled, fried, or preserved in oil, these oysters offer an incomparably delicate flavor, worthy of the country's largest producing region.

-Onomichi Ramen: a flavorful specialty in a nostalgic port town.

In the picturesque setting of this seaside city, you can savor this unique soy broth, enriched with fine bits of pork fat for an unforgettable taste.

Transportation:

Sanyo Shinkansen: very fast access from Osaka (1h30) or Tokyo (4h).
Tram (Hiroden): the most charming and convenient way to get around the city.
Ferry: a 10-minute crossing (included in the JR Pass) to reach Miyajima.

Recommended areas for hotels:

Near Hiroshima Station: convenient for Shinkansen travelers and regional tours.
Hatchobori / City Center: ideal for enjoying restaurants, shops, and nightlife.
Miyajima (Ryokan): for a unique island experience once tourists have left in the evening.