[Hiroshima Prefecture] 9 Recommended Summer Tourist Spots | #HIT Editorial Department

Hiroshima in the summer is full of fun things to do, including nature, culture, and gourmet food!
From cooling waterside activities to fantasy night experiences and memorable handicraft experiences, there are plenty of options to choose from.
We've carefully selected some recommended activities to try in Hiroshima this summer.

＞1. SUP [Hiroshima City]
>2. Oku-Yuki Shower Climbing (Hiroshima City)
>3. Hiroshima Kagura Regular Performances [Hiroshima City]
>4. Sea Firefly Etajima Wonder Night [Etashima City]
>5. Makeup Brush Manufacturing Tour and Makeup Brush Making Experience [Kumano Town]
>6. Sandankyo Shower Climbing [Akitaota Town]
>7. Sandankyo Open-Air Museum Tour [Akita Town]
＞8. Setouchi Gourmet Club Gastro Tour [Onomichi City]
>9. SEA SPICA [Hiroshima City- Onomichi City]

Hiroshima city, with six rivers running through it, is also known as the " City of Water. "
One thing you can enjoy in the city of Hiroshima is the SUP experience.
You can spend time in a different atmosphere from sightseeing in the city while feeling the nature.

Of particular interest is the view of A-bomb Dome （Atomic Bomb Dome), a World Heritage Site, from the water.
Looking up at A-bomb Dome （Atomic Bomb Dome) from the water is a special experience, with a sense of tranquility and power that is different from that on land.

Beginners can feel at ease as the instructors will give detailed instructions.
You can enjoy it at your own pace or get a little adventurous.
Why not enjoy some water activities in the city of Hiroshima, the Hiroshima of water?

Just an hour's drive from Hiroshima City, in Yuki Town, where the source of the Ota River flows, you can enjoy a thrilling experience surrounded by beautiful nature.

Wade through rapids, climb waterfalls, and dive into waterfall pools.
--It's a thrilling adventure program that lets you feel nature with your whole body.

After having fun, take a moment to relax and unwind at Yuki Onsen.
Yuki Onsen is also known as the setting for a popular basketball manga, so you can also enjoy a pilgrimage to the manga's holy land.

Hiroshima is one of the leading "Kagura" regions in the country.
Regular Kagura performances are held every Wednesday night in Hiroshima City, allowing you to casually enjoy traditional performing arts.

Gorgeous and powerful dancing, gorgeous costumes, and live drum and flute performances.
Its power and beauty make it extremely popular with inbound tourists!

After the performance, you can enjoy taking photos wearing the actual costumes, making it a perfect way to create memories of your trip.

About 30 minutes by ferry from Hiroshima City.
At Etashima, located in the Seto Inland Sea, you can enjoy a tour to see the sea fireflies that fantastically light up the coast at night.

Sea fireflies, which glow blue in the water, are rare creatures that can only be found in oceans with clean water.
Listen to detailed explanations from the guide, learn about the ecology, and actually collect specimens, making this the perfect summer vacation project!

It's a great place to create memories with your family, and is also recommended as a night out for adults who want to relax and enjoy the evenings of their trip.

Kumano Town in Hiroshima Prefecture is the birthplace of Kumano brushes, a craft that embodies tradition and skill.
This town produces high-quality brushes that are loved by Hollywood actresses, and you can experience making your own cute rose-shaped makeup brushes while observing the brush-making process.

The workshop is filled with Kumano brushes of all different colors, shapes and sizes, and just looking at them is an exciting space.
Because makeup brushes are used every day, they are also recommended for creating your own unique travel memories.

Shower climbing is the only experience you can have in Japan at a special scenic spot.
This is an exciting activity that involves climbing over raging rivers, deep waterfalls, and towering rock faces.

During the tour, you will also be served a lunch box made with local ingredients!
This is a summer adventure experience where everyone from elementary school students to adults can fully enjoy the nature and food of Akiota Town!

An open-air museum where you can actually see, touch and learn about the nature of Sandankyo, which you cannot learn by simply walking around.
Along the upper reaches of the Ota River, you will closely observe the creatures and plants that live throughout the seasons with your guide.

Sandankyo, a special scenic spot, is a precious place where many endangered species live, including giant salamanders.
Why not take part in a museum tour that will give you the opportunity to protect and share our natural environment?

A highly satisfying gastronomic tour that lets you fully enjoy the charm of the Seto Inland Sea, with its many beautiful islands.
You can enjoy sea fishing in a trimaran kayak or SUP , and also experience cooking the fish you catch yourself.

Enjoy a luxurious moment savoring the most delicious seasonal seafood while gazing at the Seto Inland Sea that stretches out before you.
Enjoy the precious experience of experiencing the joy of obtaining ingredients and the pleasure of cooking and tasting them with your family and friends.

If you want to fully enjoy the beauty of the Seto Inland Sea's many islands, we recommend the high-speed sightseeing cruiser " SEA SPICA "!
Starting in March 2025 , the cruise will depart from and return to Onomichi, stopping at popular spots such as Ohkunoshima(Rabbit Island) and Mitarai* .
Enjoy the spectacular views of the many islands and their charms on a boat trip unique to the Seto Inland Sea.
* Disembarkation points vary depending on the course. Please check the official website for details.

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"Hiroshima's recommended spots and gourmet food to visit this summer! 🌻"

In this topic, our tourism ambassadors will introduce ways to enjoy the unique summer.
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