Culture Gokoku Shrine JJ Walsh Gokoku-jinja is a large shrine next to the Hiroshima castle often bustling with activity.
Culture Hiroshima Peace Memorial: A-Bomb Dome Paul Walsh The iconic remains of the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, have become a symbol of both the horror of nuclear...
Culture Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum Paul Walsh Works by locally-born painters, sculptors and craftsmen as well as by some big name western and Japanese artists in a large m...
Culture Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony 2024 JJ Walsh A time to respect those who lost their lives and hope for a peaceful, war-free future for the world. August 6th is a signific...
Culture Hiroshima's Sankeien Garden Paul Walsh Beautifully landscaped Japanese garden right next to Hiroshima Airport , well worth an hour of your time if you are in the area.
Culture Mazda "Zoom Zoom" Stadium JJ Walsh Enjoy a baseball game at Hiroshima new Mazda "Zoom Zoom" stadium a short walk from the main JR train station
Culture Mitaki Temple Paul Walsh This mountainside temple is one of Hiroshima hidden gems; a truly enchanted place in which to recharge one's batteries.
Culture Holocaust Education in Fukuyama Mary Kawai It may be a surprise that Japan, estimated to have fewer than 1,000 residents following the Jewish faith, has a museum dedica...
Culture Kumano Brush Festival 2024 JJ Walsh Kumano produces 80% of Japan's calligraphy brushes- join this annual traditional celebration in honor of the humble "fude".
Culture Setsubun at Gokoku-jinja JJ Walsh Setsubun traditions, archery and lucky bean toss event at Hiroshima's Gokoku-jinja annually on Feb 3rd
