🏯 Hiroshima (Days 11-12)
🏨 Hotel
Fav Hiroshima Heiwaodori
📍 Heiwaodori (Peace Ave) • April 8 - April 10 (2 nights)
Convenient central location near Peace Park and main attractions. Perfect base for Day 11-12 visit to Hiroshima and Miyajima.
Day 11 | April 8 — Arrival + Peace Park + Hiroshima Castle
Morning: Arrive Hiroshima, check into hotel
1:00-3:00 PM: Hiroshima Peace Park & Museum (solemn, important, age-appropriate)
3:00-4:30 PM: Hiroshima Castle reconstruction (less heavy vibe, explore)
5:00-6:00 PM: Rest, freshen up
6:30-8:00 PM: Dinner
Dinner Options:
- Mitaki — Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki
- Casual dining near hotel
🛒 Bring for park. Note: Peace Museum might be intense; consider timing/logistics.
Day 12 | April 9 — Miyajima Island Day Trip (or Overnight)
8:00 AM: Breakfast, head to ferry
9:00-10:00 AM: Train + Ferry to Miyajima (~45 mins total)
10:00 AM-12:00 PM: Itsukushima Shrine (iconic red gate, kids love the photos!)
12:00-1:30 PM: Lunch (fresh seafood on island!)
Lunch Option (Miyajima):
- Anago-meshi Yutaka — Fresh eel rice bowls (local specialty)
- Miyajima Island Restaurants — Fresh seafood options
1:30-3:00 PM: Walk around island, explore shops
3:00-4:00 PM: Mt Misen Ropeway (optional—take up, walk easier parts down)
4:00-5:30 PM: Daisho-in Temple & walking trails
✨ Evening Tip: If staying overnight on Miyajima, visit the Torii Gate at sunset — red gate reflects in water, absolutely magical!
5:30-6:30 PM: Return to Hiroshima by ferry
7:00-8:00 PM: Dinner
💡 Recommendation: Stay overnight on Miyajima if group does well (less rushed). Otherwise, return to Hiroshima hotel.
🛒 NOT practical on island (ferries, narrow streets, stairs). Use carrier instead.
🍽️ Restaurants
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Mitaki
Hiroshima • Traditional Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki
Hiroshima • Traditional Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki
Anago-meshi Yutaka
Hiroshima • Anago rice bowl specialty
Hiroshima • Anago rice bowl specialty
Miyajima Island Restaurants
Fresh seafood & local specialties (various)
Fresh seafood & local specialties (various)
Oka Monjayaki
Okonomiyaki & monjayaki (casual dining)
Okonomiyaki & monjayaki (casual dining)