A 3-Day Itinerary from Fukuoka: Explore the Best Photogenic Spots in Hiroshima and Okayama

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This model itinerary, which is just a short trip from Fukuoka, will take you to plenty of photogenic spots in Hiroshima and Okayama prefectures that are perfect for social media. Enjoy a trip full of photogenic moments, including beautiful natural scenery, art, historic townscapes, gourmet food, and...

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Hiroshima Prefecture is not just about the world heritage sites of Miyajima and the Atomic Bomb Dome. Hiroshima is full of delicious food! Okonomiyaki, which is synonymous with Hiroshima, fresh seafood such as oysters, octopus, sea bream, and conger eel, Onomichi ramen, which is now nationwide, Hiroshima beef, which is highly regarded for its high meat quality, handmade soba, lemons and oranges, which are the largest producers in Japan.・Abundant food resources such as grapes are unique to Hiroshima. Many events unique to the region are also held, such as the sea festival, kagura, and Mibu flower rice planting. Cycling, trekking, skiing and snowboarding on the Shimanami Kaido will keep you active. Miyajima, which is registered as a World Heritage Site, and the Atomic Bomb Dome are not the only attractions, and there are many ways to enjoy it.

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2 nights and 3 days course

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Day 1: After arriving at Fukuoka Airport, head to Miyajima in Hiroshima, where the natural beauty of the Seto Inland Sea unfolds.

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Fukuoka Airport

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Approximately 6 minutes by subway from Fukuoka Airport to Hakata Station

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Hakata Station

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About 1 hour by Shinkansen

3
Hiroshima Station

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Approximately 25 minutes from Hiroshima Station to Miyajimaguchi Station on the JR Sanyo Main Line

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Approximately 5 minutes on foot

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Miyajimaguchi Ferry Terminal

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Approximately 10 minutes by ferry

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After arriving at Miyajima, walk for about 15 minutes

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Itsukushima shrine

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Approximately 10 minutes on foot

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Momijidani Park

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Approximately 5 minutes on foot

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Misen Ropeway

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The ride from Momijidani Station to the final destination, Shishiiwa Station, takes about 15 minutes, and you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the four seasons from the sky. You can see the Seto Inland Sea, Itsukushima Shrine, and Hatsukaichi cityscape, and an even more spectacular view from the top of the mountain. Enjoy the natural beauty of Miyajima on a comfortable ride.

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About a 30-minute walk from the Shishiiwa Ropeway Station, enjoy hiking while also exploring spots along the way, such as the Reikado Hall, famous for its ever-lasting flame, the Misen Main Hall, Fudoiwa Rock, and Kuguriiwa Rock.

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Mount Misen Observatory

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After exploring Mt. Misen, take the ropeway back down the mountain.

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About 15 minutes walk from Ropeway Momijidani Station

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Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street
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Momijidou Main Store

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Approximately 3 minutes on foot

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Itsukushima Iroha

Miyajima will be lit up around Itsukushima Shrine. Escape the hustle and bustle of the day and enjoy the otherworldly sound of the waves echoing around Miyajima.

Day 2: Enjoy art and visit the historic town of Onomichi

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Approximately 10 minutes walk to the ferry terminal

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Miyajima Ferry Terminal

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Approximately 10 minutes by ferry

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Miyajimaguchi Ferry Terminal

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About 3 minutes walk to Miyajimaguchi Station

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Approximately 11 minutes from Miyajimaguchi Station to Kuba Station on the JR Sanyo Main Line

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Approximately 7 minutes by taxi

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Shimose Art Museum

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Approximately 7 minutes by taxi

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Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes from Kunami Station to Onomichi Station on the JR Sanyo Main Line

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JR Onomichi Station

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Approximately 3 minutes on foot

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Oyatsu to Yamaneko

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Approximately 13 minutes on foot

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Mount Senkoji Ropeway

You can book the Senkoji Ropeway through Klook.

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About 3 minutes by ropeway from "Sanroku Station" at the base of the mountain

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Senkoji Park/Top Observation Deck (PEAK)

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Approximately 4 minutes on foot

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Senkoji Temple

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Approximately 5 minutes on foot

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Cat Trail

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Approximately 8 minutes on foot

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Onomichi Ramen Ichibankan Main Branch

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Approximately 35 minutes from Onomichi Station to Kasaoka Station in Okayama Prefecture on the JR Sanyo Main Line

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Approximately 10 minutes by bus from Kasaoka Station to Minohama Bus Terminal

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Approximately 5 minutes on foot

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Auberge Minohama Ryuseki

Day 3: Okayama's beautiful flower fields and white-walled townscapes steeped in history and art

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Approximately 7 minutes by taxi

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Kasaoka Bay Farm Flower Garden

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Approximately 15 minutes on foot

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Approximately 20 minutes by bus from Fukuura to Kasaoka Port

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About 3 minutes walk from Kasaoka Port to Kasaoka Station

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Approximately 30 minutes from Kasaoka Station to Kurashiki Station on the JR Sanyo Main Line

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Approximately 13 minutes on foot

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Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter
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Ohara Museum of Art

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Approximately 4 minutes on foot

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Hayashi Genjuro Shoten

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Approximately 2 minutes on foot

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Kurashiki Momoko Kurashiki main store

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Approximately 1 minute on foot

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Kurashiki Riverboat tour

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Approximately 4 minutes on foot

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Kurashiki Ivy Square

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About 10 minutes by bus to Kurashiki Station

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Approximately 10 minutes on foot

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MITSUI OUTLET PARK KURASHIKI

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After enjoying Hiroshima and Okayama prefectures to your heart's content, head on to your next travel destination! From Okayama to Osaka, it's only a 45-minute bullet train ride away, so it's easy to get there. We recommend enjoying Osaka before returning home from Kansai International Airport!

Hiroshima Prefecture is not just about the world heritage sites of Miyajima and the Atomic Bomb Dome. Hiroshima is full of delicious food! Okonomiyaki, which is synonymous with Hiroshima, fresh seafood such as oysters, octopus, sea bream, and conger eel, Onomichi ramen, which is now nationwide, Hiroshima beef, which is highly regarded for its high meat quality, handmade soba, lemons and oranges, which are the largest producers in Japan.・Abundant food resources such as grapes are unique to Hiroshima. Many events unique to the region are also held, such as the sea festival, kagura, and Mibu flower rice planting. Cycling, trekking, skiing and snowboarding on the Shimanami Kaido will keep you active. Miyajima, which is registered as a World Heritage Site, and the Atomic Bomb Dome are not the only attractions, and there are many ways to enjoy it.

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