Hatsukaichi City

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Hatsukaichi City, located to the west of Hiroshima City, is a town where history and nature harmonize, hosting the World Heritage site Miyajima. In addition to serving as the gateway to Miyajima, the mainland side boasts a culture as the birthplace of "Kendama" and a long-standing wood industry. A short trip from the city center leads to natural spots like "Imose-no-Taki" waterfalls with their beautiful canyon beauty and the Yoshiwa district with its fresh highland air. From the coast, you can always admire the calm scenery of the Seto Inland Sea, making any drive or journey enjoyable. It is a city where you can experience the diverse charms of Japan at once, from sacred historical exploration to rich nature experiences.

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Hatsukaichi City

Hatsukaichi City

Address: 1162-18 Miyajima Town, Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Website: https://hatsu-navi.jp/
Operator: Hatsukaichi City Tourism Association

Hatsukaichi City Spots List

Iwakura Farm Park
Arcadia Village
Ono Nature Observation Forest
Imose-no-Taki Waterfalls
Bankokei Gorge
Mt. Kyogoya
Yoshiwa Observatory
Itsukushima Shrine
Miyajima Mt. Misen
Miyajimaguchi
Saiki International Archery Land
Shimada Suisan Oyster Hut
Miyajima Daisho-in
Miyajima
Miyajima Ropeway
Miyajima Handmade Workshop

Iwakura Farm Park

Iwakura Farm Park

Iwakura Farm Park, spreading along the Ose River in Hatsukaichi City, is a leisure facility surrounded by rich mountains and nature. With vast grass fields and campsites, you can enjoy the outdoors while appreciating the seasonal nature. It is crowded with people enjoying cherry blossoms along the river in spring, and water play or barbecues in the clear river during summer. Spending time away from the city hustle while listening to the sound of the clear stream is perfect for refreshing and forgetting daily life. At night, you can see a starry sky that cannot be seen in the city,...

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Arcadia Village

Arcadia Village

Arcadia Village, located at an altitude of about 400 meters in Hatsukaichi City, is a public accommodation and leisure facility surrounded by rich nature. Within its vast grounds, there are campsites, barbecue areas, and a natural hot spring available for day trips, making it a place where families and groups can enjoy the whole day. A refreshing highland breeze flows, making it an ideal place to forget the summer heat and refresh. Surrounded by trees, the charm lies in spending a leisurely time while gazing at the seasonal scenery. The luxury of healing your fatigue in a warm hot spring...

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Ono Nature Observation Forest

Ono Nature Observation Forest

Ono Nature Observation Forest in Hatsukaichi City is a facility surrounded by lush forests and wetlands. The park is home to a colony of "Beni-mansaku" (Disanthus cercidifolius), whose heart-shaped leaves turn vivid red in autumn, creating a fantastic sight. Rare flora and fauna like Forest Green Tree Frogs and Scarlet Dwarf dragonflies inhabit the area, and you can learn about the ecosystem of Japan's Satoyama firsthand while strolling along the well-maintained trails. The observation deck offers a panoramic view of the calm Seto Inland Sea archipelago, combining natural silence with spectacular views. It is a peaceful healing spot that satisfies...

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Imose-no-Taki Waterfalls

Imose-no-Taki Waterfalls

Imose-no-Taki Waterfalls, located within the grounds of Ogata Shrine in Hatsukaichi City, consist of two falls: the powerful "Male Fall" (Odaki) and the elegant "Female Fall" (Medaki), known as a "married couple" waterfall. Although located close to the national highway and station, stepping inside envelops you in deep greenery and cool air. Especially at the Male Fall, you can get close enough to feel the spray, providing overwhelming power and negative ions. In summer, it is crowded with people seeking cool relief and children playing in the river, while in autumn, beautiful foliage colors the falls. Combined with the sacred...

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Bankokei Gorge

Bankokei Gorge, located deep in the mountains of Hatsukaichi along a tributary of the Ose River, is a hidden gem where you can enjoy mysterious canyon beauty woven by mossy giant rocks and clear streams. Walking along the promenade surrounded by virgin forest, beautiful waterfalls and pools appear one after another, charming summer visitors seeking cool air and photographers capturing autumn foliage. Especially the giant rock face called "Senjo-iwa" and the scenery of crystal-clear water flowing through it possess a silence and beauty like a landscape painting. Since it is not extensively developed as a tourist site, you can feel...

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Mt. Kyogoya

Mt. Kyogoya, at an altitude of 596 meters in Hatsukaichi City, is located opposite Miyajima and is a spectacular spot boasting one of the best views of the Seto Inland Sea. From the observatory near the summit, you can enjoy a panorama where the buildings and Grand Torii of the World Heritage Itsukushima Shrine and the islands of the Seto Inland Sea spread out like a miniature garden. Especially the angle looking down on Miyajima from directly above is a charm unique to this place. In addition to hiking trails, you can also access near the summit by car, making...

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Yoshiwa Observatory

Yoshiwa Observatory

Yoshiwa Observatory, located in the Yoshiwa highland district in northern Hatsukaichi City, is a spot where you can overlook the majestic mountain ranges of the West Chugoku Mountains. Due to its high altitude, it is cool even in summer, and you can enjoy the changing seasonal expressions of the mountains in the clear air. Especially the mountain scenery where peaks overlap one after another allows you to feel the powerful beauty of Japanese nature, different from the archipelago beauty of the Seto Inland Sea. In winter, the area becomes a world of silver, serving as a precious rest and observation...

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Itsukushima Shrine

Itsukushima Shrine

Itsukushima Shrine, standing on Miyajima, is a uniquely creative shrine built over the sea and is registered as a World Heritage site. The beautiful vermilion buildings, incorporating the Shinden-zukuri style of the Heian period, appear as if they are floating on the water when the tide is high. The contrast between the deep green of Mt. Misen in the background, the blue sea, and the vermilion shrine is a quintessential Japanese view. Its most famous feature is the massive Grand Torii Gate standing in the sea; at low tide, you can walk out to it, and at high tide, you...

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Miyajima Mt. Misen

Miyajima Mt. Misen

Mt. Misen, the highest peak of Miyajima, has long been a sacred mountain and an object of worship. From the summit, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the Seto Inland Sea archipelago, a spectacular sight that has earned three stars in the Michelin Guide. The "Reikado" hall, associated with Kobo Daishi, houses the "Eternal Fire," which has been burning for over 1,200 years and became the source for the Flame of Peace. Unusual rock formations and virgin forests remain on the mountain, allowing visitors to feel the mystery and power of great nature firsthand. Accessible via ropeway, it...

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Miyajimaguchi

Miyajimaguchi, the gateway for ferries to Miyajima, is an area full of vitality and expectation. Recently, the station area and passenger terminal have been extensively renovated, giving birth to sophisticated commercial facilities like "etTO." You can enjoy selecting Hiroshima specialties and souvenirs, or savoring gourmet food using local ingredients before or after your boat trip. In particular, the famous "Anagomeshi" (conger eel rice) shops, which have continued since the Meiji era, are a must-try in Hiroshima. With cafes overlooking the sea and shops blending tradition with modern style, it has evolved into a spot where you can have a wonderful...

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Saiki International Archery Land

Saiki International Archery Land

Saiki International Archery Land, located in the lush mountains of Saiki, Hatsukaichi City, is one of the few facilities in Japan where you can enjoy full-scale field archery. Unlike typical flat shooting ranges, you can walk through the forest and aim at targets set in the natural terrain, making it feel like a real hunt. Both beginners and experienced archers are welcome, and expert staff provide kind guidance. Being active while feeling the fresh forest air and sunlight through the trees is exceptional. It's a great spot to enjoy a special holiday with family or friends while touching the fun...

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Shimada Suisan Oyster Hut

Shimada Suisan Oyster Hut

Shimada Suisan Oyster Hut, located in Hatsukaichi City near Miyajima, is a popular dining spot where you can enjoy Hiroshima's famous oysters in their freshest state. As a direct-to-consumer shop operated by an oyster farm, you can grill and eat oysters harvested that very morning right at your table. The experience of "Hamayaki" (beach grilling) while smelling the ocean breeze is a true highlight of Hiroshima's food culture. In addition to grilled oysters, you can enjoy various dishes like oyster rice and fried oysters. Depending on the season, you can also join a "Fisherman's Tour" to see the oyster rafts...

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Miyajima Daisho-in

Miyajima Daisho-in

The oldest temple on Miyajima and a prestigious head temple of the Omuro school of Shingon Buddhism. Located near Itsukushima Shrine, it is enveloped in an even more quiet and sacred atmosphere. The grounds are packed with highlights, such as numerous Buddhist statues like "Ichigan Daishi" and "Mani wheels" that grant the same merit as chanting sutras when spun. In particular, the "Eternal Fire," which has burned without interruption for over 1,200 years since Kobo Daishi practiced here, is a must-see. This fire was also the source for the "Flame of Peace" in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. It's a sanctuary...

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Miyajima

One of the three most scenic spots in Japan, this mysterious island has been worshipped as a god in its entirety. The vermilion torii gate of "Itsukushima Shrine," which stands as if floating on the sea, attracts people from all over the world as an icon symbolizing Japan. Wild deer roam freely on the island, and a unique landscape where ancient nature and faith are integrated spreads out. At the Omotesando Shopping Street, where you can enjoy eating while walking, you can savor specialties like "Momiji Manju" and grilled oysters, and the gourmet options are substantial. With the Great Torii...

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Miyajima Ropeway

Miyajima Ropeway

A ropeway where you can enjoy a walk in the sky to Miyajima's highest peak, Mt. Misen. From Momijidani Station at the foot to Shishiiwa Station at a high altitude, you can simultaneously view the vast virgin forest spreading below and countless islands floating in the blue sea of the Seto Inland Sea. Especially the panoramas during the fresh green or autumn foliage seasons are breathtakingly beautiful, and the feeling of exhilaration as your field of vision opens up as you climb is exceptional. The view from Shishiiwa Observatory is a world-class spectacular view that has earned three stars in...

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Miyajima Handmade Workshop

Miyajima Handmade Workshop

A hands-on facility where you can enjoy branding Miyajima's traditional woodwork "shamoji" or making your own original goods. Miyajima is famous for its rice paddles, and here you can actually use a hot iron to brand or draw pictures on wooden paddles to create your own unique lucky item. Shamoji are considered auspicious items, punning on the phrase "scooping up luck," making them perfect as travel memories or souvenirs. With the kind support of staff, you can easily experience Japanese culture in a short time, making it a fun and smiling place of memories for families and group travelers.

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