Hiroshima Prefecture Sakura News (as of March 19, 2025)
Every Friday until April 11th, we will be reporting on the current cherry blossom conditions at 43 famous cherry blossom spots, mainly in the prefecture!
*Information provided at the time of investigation. For the latest information, please contact the location you plan to visit directly.
Hiroshima Prefecture Sakura News List (as of March 19, 2025)
A trip around the recommended spots of Hiroshima Tourism Association is a special experience where you can fully enjoy the culture, nature, and tastes unique to Hiroshima. Start by experiencing local arts and traditional culture at Hiroshima Prefectural Citizen's Culture Center. Performances and exhibitions are held regularly, making it a place where locals and tourists can enjoy culture together.
The next place to visit is Okunoshima, also known as Rabbit Island. This island is rich in nature and you can enjoy interacting with hundreds of wild rabbits amid the tranquil scenery of the Seto Inland Sea.
Don't miss Mitarai, a port town full of historical atmosphere. Why not take a stroll through the streets that have continued since the Edo period and reminisce about the merchant culture of the past?
For art lovers, we recommend the Simose Art Museum, a beautiful space where architecture and nature come together. The fusion of modern architecture and art, set against the backdrop of the Seto Inland Sea, is sure to stimulate your senses.
For those who want to enjoy nature, Hirata Kanko Noen and Bihoku Hillside Park are perfect. There are plenty of spots that families and couples can enjoy, such as seasonal fruit picking, vast flower fields, and outdoor experiences.
At the end of your trip, take a break with some Japanese sweets that are unique to Hiroshima. The classic Momiji Manju comes in a wide variety of sweet bean paste , including Koshi-an and Tsubu-an . At the long- Yamada-ya, you can enjoy Momiji Manju in addition to the traditional flavor. Toyoka, which has an elegant sweetness, is characterized by its unique chewy texture made from glutinous rice flour and glutinous rice flour.
Nishiki-do's Nama Nama Momiji is popular for its moist dough made with rice flour, and is a popular souvenir. Hiroshima manju are made with great care, and the ingenuity of each long-established store shines through in the ** an(sweet bean paste)** used.