Top 10 Historic Walking Areas in Chugoku, Chugoku

January 8, 2022 Trinity Boughner

Discover the best top things to do in Chugoku, Japan including Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, Miyajima, Omijima Nature Path, Saijosakagura-dori Street, Iwami-Ginzan, Takehara Townscape Preservation Area, Mantokuin Ruins Historical Park, Traditional Townscape of Bizen Fukuoka, Jokamachi Chofu, Osaki Shimo-jima Island Mitarai Area.
Restaurants in Chugoku

1. Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

Hommachi, Kurashiki 710-0054 Okayama Prefecture +81 86-426-3030 [email protected] http://www.city.kurashiki.okayama.jp/6219.htm
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,719 reviews

Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

Reviewed By TailG79 - Los Angeles, United States

Old Town Kurashiki is Beautiful!!! 15 min walk from Kurashiki Station. You can also take a bus for about ¥210. Great as a half day trip from Okayama (30-40 mins by train). Super easy to get to. Walk along the river and enjoy the scenery. Old Town has many great shops and food stalls. Was full of beautiful ladies in their kimonos taking photos. Absolutely stunning! You can also find different themed cafes like the owl cafe and cat cafe. They also have other animal theme cafes.

2. Miyajima

Miyajima-cho, Hatsukaichi 738-8501 Hiroshima Prefecture +81 829-30-9141 http://visit-miyajima-japan.com/en/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 4,815 reviews

Miyajima

Scenic site that includes the Itsukushima Shrine, Otorii Gate and visit to Mt. Misen.

Reviewed By iluv2eatntravel - San Diego, United States

It is nearly impossible to humanly describe the magnitude of what fascinating Miyajima island can offer - one has to experience it first hand. Definitely should be at the top of the list of any visit to Hiroshima. Please plan ahead as you would need a minimum of at least half a day as it should be enjoyed in a unhurried manner. It just seems that time slowed down on the island. If you can, go early and stay late. The island itself is amazingly explorable. Wear comfortable walking or hiking shoes. The buildings, especially the Itsukushima Shine with its gigantic ‘floating’ torii gate and nearby temples and pagodas have beautiful architectures that blends into the natural surroundings of sea, lush forests, and the misty Mount Misen. Wild and friendly deers roam its street freely. The residents of Miyajima were super friendly. Miyajima’s quaint town is filled with rustic buildings of shops and restaurants. Seafood served in the restaurants were delicious especially the grilled oysters freshly harvested in local waters. There are also some very scenic (potentially challenging) hiking trails up Mt Misen. If time is of the essence, and you are not able to hike the entire elevation of Mt Misen, take the ropeway up to near the top and then hike the rest of the way to the summit for some spell binding views at 1755 feet.

3. Omijima Nature Path

Senzaki, Nagato 759-4101 Yamaguchi Prefecture +81 837-22-8404 http://nanavi.jp/sightseeing/omijima-sizenkennkyuu/
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Omijima Nature Path

4. Saijosakagura-dori Street

Saijohommachi, Higashihiroshima 739-0011 Hiroshima Prefecture +81 82-421-2511 http://www.hiroshima-kankou.com/spot/3980
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Saijosakagura-dori Street

5. Iwami-Ginzan

Omoricho, Oda 694-0305 Shimane Prefecture +81 854-88-9950 https://www.ginzan-wm.jp/world-heritage
Excellent
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4.0 based on 478 reviews

Iwami-Ginzan

Reviewed By septiahardy - Higashihiroshima, Japan

Omori is a town nestled in-between the low ranging mountains of Shimane with beautiful scenery. Since its natural beauty is very well preserved together with the history of being one of the most active silver mines in the past, Omori was given a World Heritage status by UNESCO in 2011. This small traditional town has a lot of historical value and a place where guests can enjoy the blending of nature, history, together with the warm interactions of the locals. Omori is a hidden gem in Japan. Absolutely worth to visit.

6. Takehara Townscape Preservation Area

Takeharamachi Kamiichi Shimoichi, Takehara 725-0022 Hiroshima Prefecture +81 846-22-2475 http://www.takeharakankou.jp/
Excellent
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4.0 based on 188 reviews

Takehara Townscape Preservation Area

7. Mantokuin Ruins Historical Park

Motsuna, Kitahiroshima-cho, Yamagata-gun 731-1505 Hiroshima Prefecture
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

Mantokuin Ruins Historical Park

8. Traditional Townscape of Bizen Fukuoka

Fukuoka, Osafunecho, Setouchi 701-4265 Okayama Prefecture +81 869-34-9500 http://www.okayama-kanko.jp/modules/kankouinfo/pub_kihon_detail.php?sel_id=6370&sel_data_kbn=0
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4.0 based on 3 reviews

Traditional Townscape of Bizen Fukuoka

9. Jokamachi Chofu

Chofu, Shimonoseki 750-0001 Yamaguchi Prefecture http://www.oidemase.or.jp/tourism-information/spots/10476
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4.0 based on 53 reviews

Jokamachi Chofu

10. Osaki Shimo-jima Island Mitarai Area

Mitarai Yutakamachi, Kure 734-0302 Hiroshima Prefecture http://www.yutaka-kanko.jp/
Excellent
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4.0 based on 61 reviews

Osaki Shimo-jima Island Mitarai Area

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