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A model course to enjoy Iwakuni in Yamaguchi Prefecture on foot! Introducing 9 recommended spots!
Time to reward yourself for working hard every day. I'm currently feeling relaxed in a quiet place. How about taking a leisurely tour of historical sites in the natural surroundings of Iwakuni?
Approximately 6 hours 30 minutes
A full-day plan to enjoy walking around the Kintaikyo Bridge area
Around the popular tourist destination Kintaikyo Bridge, you can tour historic buildings within walking distance. There is nature and delicious food. Enjoy a relaxing and relaxing day.
Before crossing the bridge, don't forget to look up at the back side of Kintai Bridge from the riverbank. The craftsmanship known as the "wooden construction technique" is amazing!
Please also check out the article below about Kintaikyo Bridge.
I would like to introduce some Iwakuni gourmet food that I found along the way. The first one is a croquette filled with Iwakuni lotus root, which is a national specialty. The crispy texture makes you feel like you can eat another one!
The other is "soft ice cream". Actually, there are many soft-serve ice cream shops around Kintaikyo Bridge. There are many different flavors, from common flavors to those made with slightly unusual ingredients, so you might be confused about which flavor to go for.
Departure times are 0, 15, 30, and 45 minutes every hour (special buses will be operated during busy times)
You can see this kind of scenery from inside the ropeway. As the altitude rises, the Nishiki River, Kintaikyo Bridge, and castle town gradually become smaller, making it seem like a miniature world.
Inside the castle tower, weapons, armor, swords, etc. are displayed.
Take a selfie with the view from the castle tower! Do you feel like a lord?
I took a photo like this! It's like looking at a miniature world.
Lunch featuring specialty Iwakuni sushi
A short detour to Hakusan Hime Shrine
A facility where you can see the auspicious natural monument “Iwakuni White Snake”
It may be the first time for many people to see a cormorant, but when you see it up close, it's so cute.
You can enjoy tastings of Iwakuni's specialty products (from 100 yen each). Please use this as a reference when choosing a souvenir. *Honke Matsugane does not sell specialty products.
You can also enjoy tasting local sake from five of Iwakuni's most representative breweries. (From 100 yen each). *Honke Matsugane does not sell local sake.
If you are interested in Iwakuni's local sake, please check out the article below.
From Kintaikyo Bridge, it takes about 20 minutes to walk to the Uno Chiyo Birthplace. Please spend a relaxing time looking at the beautifully maintained Japanese garden. There are also souvenirs for sale, such as handkerchiefs with cherry blossom motifs that Chiyo Uno loved.
Take a break and shop for local products at Cafe Itsutsubashi
Have a cafe time with Kintaikyo Bridge in front of you at ``Cafe Tsutsubashi'' on the 2nd floor of Kintaikyo Bus Terminal. The shop also stocks Iwakuni specialty products and local sake. Please enjoy selecting souvenirs based on the flavors you tasted at Honke Matsugane earlier.
You can also see Kintaikyo Bridge from the open-air bath.
The hot water was nice. Please take your time and relax.
For dinner, please enjoy Iwakuni's local cuisine (food photos are for illustrative purposes only)
Kintaikyo Bridge illuminated at night
Kintaikyo Bridge is lit up at night, giving it a magical appearance that is different from the daytime. (Periods are late March to late May, early August to mid-January. *Subject to change depending on the year.) It is just a short distance from Kintaikyo Kokusai Kanko Hotel.
summary
This time we introduced a model course where you can enjoy a leisurely walk through the Iwakuni Kintaikyo Bridge area. The next day after relaxing at a hot spring inn, you can go to Miyajima, a world heritage site, or Hiroshima City, or head to Yamaguchi City, which has been featured in the New York Times and is currently a hot topic.Enjoy a fun trip from Iwakuni.
Please also check out this article about Iwakuni City.
Spots introduced in this model course
Located in the eastern part of Yamaguchi Prefecture, it is the second largest area in the prefecture. The north faces the Chugoku Mountains, and the south faces the Seto Inland Sea, allowing you to experience the beautiful nature of both the sea and mountains.
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