Dive! Hiroshima Official Guide
During the war, Kure prospered as the “best military port in the East”.
Also, before the war, Etajima Island was kown for its Naval Academy, where most of the marines of the base were trained.
In such a background, there are many valuable relics that left traces of war, such as the ruins of gun batteries and other vestige of the war in the two cities.
As you follow these historical sites, let's renew our thoughts of memorial service for the war dead and pray for world peace.
On the other hand, this area also has the charm of being immersed in the idyllic scenery of Setouchi and the unique atmosphere of a port town.
“Prayers for Peace Renewed... Tour of the Old Navy Footprints”
Site of the Mitakayama Artillery Battery
Travel time : About 60 minutes
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The ruins of the artillery battery from the Meiji era are located on the summit of 400m above the southeast of Okimi-cho. The inside of the building, which retains the appearance of that time almost as it was, gives an atmosphere as if time has stopped. The view of the islands in Setouchi up to the summit is superb.
Car Approx. 15 minutes
Sun Beach Okimi
Travel time : Approx. 75 minutes
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1433-2 Korenaga, Okimi-cho, Etajima-shi, Hiroshima 737-2313
“Sun Beach Okimi” is a public inn with an ocean view in all rooms, located on the Iruka coast with a white sandy beach of about 500 meters long. From the beach, you can see the back of Miyajima off the right side, and Otake City and the US Army Iwakuni Base on the diagonal right front, making it an ideal base for sightseeing in Kure and Etajima.
1433-2 Korenaga, Okimi-cho, Etajima-shi, Hiroshima 737-2313
Etajima Navy Curry
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Recommended spot ~ here are the souvenirs!
Curry is synonymous with the Navy's meal. “Etajima Navy Curry” was developed based on a recipe from the old Navy. There are also “hidden characters” in the package, so let's look for them. Sold at “Etajima Furusato Koryukan” etc.
Car About 40 minutes
Japan Maritime Self Defense Force 1st Medical School
Travel time : About 70 minutes
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It used to be famous as one of the world's top three military schools, and since it moved from Tokyo Tsukiji in Meiji 21, it has produced many talents. The granite auditorium and the red-brick former student hall are open to the public, and you can also read valuable materials at the educational reference hall.
“Prayers for Peace Renewed... Tour of the Old Navy Footprints”
Kure Maritime History & Science Museum (Yamato Museum)
Travel time : Approx. 90 minutes
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Nicknamed the “Yamato Museum,” there are exhibits such as the 1/10 size battleship Yamato and the real Mitsubishi A6M "Zero". There is also a park in the image of the life-size battleship “Yamato” outdoors. Workshops and science shows are held every Saturday and Sunday.
On foot Right beside
Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Kure Museum (Tetsu no Kujira-kan)
Travel time : About 70 minutes
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The Maritime Self-Defense Force Kure Museum (nickname: Tetsu no Kujira-kan), located opposite the Kure Maritime Museum (Yamato Museum), is open to the public for free on board of landed submarines. You can learn about the history and technology of the Maritime Self-Defense Force, and the lives of the crew members.
Akishio curry
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Recommended spot ~ If you are a gourmet, this is it!
The “Akishio Curry” is a specialty that you can enjoy at the cafe corner of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Kure Museum (Tetsu no Kujira Museum). The rice is in the shape of the real “Submarine Akishio,” with a hamburger steak and a flag. A popular menu that is limited to 30 meals a day and often sells out after noon.
Car 10 minutes via National Route 487
Alley Karasukojima
Travel time : About 50 minutes
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It is the only park in Japan where you can see submarines up close. The surrounding area has a retro atmosphere with brick buildings from the former Navy Yard. It is also a place where you can see beautiful sunsets. Every Sunday, escort ships are open to the public at the Maritime Self-Defense Force Kure Base (lower berth).
Car 5 minutes via National Route 487
Hill Overlooking Historic Areas
Travel time : About 50 minutes
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It is a
place where you can see a group of factories that symbolize the history of Kure from a military port city to a peaceful industrial city after the Meiji period. There are a few monuments like the shipbuilding shipyard monument, the battleship Yamato Tower or the former Kure Navy Arsenal foundation stone monument.
Food stalls
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Recommended spot ~ stop by there for the perfect place for gurmet by night !
Aka-chochin-dori, located about 5 to 10 minutes on foot along the river from Kure Station, is a food stall street with electricity, water and sewerage, which is rare in the whole country. A variety of food stalls such as ramen, okonomiyaki, and charcoal grilled chicken are lined up, and it is especially lively on weekends.
3-11-18 Chuo, Kure-shi, Hiroshima 737-0051
