Things to do in Hatsukaichi

Mount Misen Observatory

Shukkeien Garden

It was built by the former lord of Hiroshima. It is a typical Edo period architectural style. It is said that it is also modeled on the architecture of the West Lake in China. "Shijing Garden". The Zhuoying Pond in the center of the garden is dotted with small islands of different sizes. The valleys, bridges, and pavilions are ingeniously arranged. It is very interesting to cruise through it, so it is also called a parade garden. Flowers bloom in the garden all year round, so you can experience the charm of the garden any time you come. In 1940, Shukkei Garden was designated as a national scenic spot. Due to the atomic bomb explosion, it was in a state of complete damage. Today, Qingfeng Pavilion and Mingyue Pavilion have been restored.

Miyajima Ropeway

Miyajima Omotesandō Shopping Street

No. 2 of Hot Springs Attractions in Hiroshima Prefecture

Honoyu Rakurakuen

Honoyu Rakurakuen is a well-known natural hot spring wellness facility located in Saeki Ward, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. Situated in the tranquil green spaces of western Hiroshima, away from the hustle and bustle of the city center, it offers a fresh and elegant natural environment surrounded by greenery, making it a highly representative daily healing and family-friendly leisure destination in the Hiroshima area. The facility is easily accessible by transportation and has a full range of surrounding amenities. Its core advantage lies in its pure natural artesian hot spring resources, with water naturally flowing from deep underground, adhering to an operation model of direct source supply, no recirculation, and no reheating. The bath facilities are well-arranged and layered, divided into two main areas: a spacious and open indoor bath and a courtyard-style open-air bath with a rich atmosphere. The overall facility has a well-organized layout, a clean and tidy environment, and a relaxing and healing atmosphere, catering to the needs of solo visitors seeking stress relief, couples looking for leisure, and families on outings. With its pure natural hot springs, diverse wellness programs, and exceptional value for money, it has become an irreplaceable hot spring wellness landmark in Saeki Ward, Hiroshima, and a top choice for experiencing authentic Japanese bathing culture in western Japan.

Momijidani Park

Hiroshima Botanical Garden

The Hiroshima City Botanical Park is located in the Nakasaki district of Hiroshima and Miyajima, and has about 10,000 species of plants from all over the world. In particular, the large greenhouses in western Japan are also here, and the colorful flowers are blooming in a tropical atmosphere. In addition, the bulbous begonias, known as the most beautiful in the world, can also be viewed here.

Hokoku-jinja (Senjokaku Pavilion)

The Senjo Pavilion in Miyajima is located next to the five-storied pagoda. In 1587, Fengcheng Hideyoshi recited a thousand Buddhist scriptures once a month in order to worship the dead. This is the largest building on the island, and it is called Senjokaku because it has a width of 857 tatami. However, due to the sudden death of Hideyoshi, the fortifications of Senjokaku were terminated in the middle of the way, and it still remains unfinished at that time.

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Universal Studios Japan

Here you'll find not only heart-pounding attractions themed around Hollywood blockbuster movies, but also live shows featuring popular cartoon characters—fun for everyone from kids to adults! This is home to the world's first Nintendo theme park, where you can immerse yourself in the world of Super Mario! Here we have holiday-exclusive parades and float tours! Everyone here is the star—join the passionate parade, ignite your excitement together, and feel full of energy! Located in OsakaUniversal Studios Japan("Universal Studios Japan") is one of the Universal Studios theme parks. It opened in 2001 and is a classic and wonderful world of fun in the hearts of many visitors. Its design is similar to Universal Studios Orlando in the United States, and it features popular areas such as "Jurassic Park," "Hollywood," and "Waterworld." With more than 60 fun attractions, you can keep playing and exploring all day long. Universal Studios JapanThere are also much-loved themed IP areas such as "Super Nintendo World (Mario/Super Mario)", "Minions", and "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter". Whether you're having fun interacting with the Minions, racing through the Mario Kart adventure, or weaving through the magical world of Hogwarts, these are all wonderfully unforgettable experiences. △The Nintendo area is a collaboration between Nintendo andUniversal Studios JapanThe world's first Nintendo theme park, jointly built, features the globally popular Super Mario as its main character. It offers a 1:1 ultra-realistic recreation of Bowser's Castle, Princess Peach's Castle, and the Mushroom Kingdom from the game, allowing you to immerse yourself in the world of Super Mario! △"Despicable Me Minion Mayhem" and "Freeze Ray Sliders" pull you into the Minions' gigantic chaos and whip up a heatwave! A huge swarm of Minions is running wild and turning everything upside down in every street, alley, and corner! In the joyful and boisterous Minion Park, every visitor can't help but join in the mischievous mayhem! △Welcome to the magnificent area—The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, which faithfully recreates the world of the Harry Potter™ stories with overwhelming scale and meticulous attention to every detail. The towering Hogwarts™ castle stands tall, and in front of it lies the vast Hogsmeade™ where wizards live, along with many ride attractions and various shops. Here, you can step into "that world" from the films, as if everything is happening right before your eyes.

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