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  Delight in a visit to Kurayami Yuenchi: Hiroshima’s New Horror Theme Park

  A unique spot offering immersive horror attractions such as mystery-solving, escape rooms, and sound horror under the theme of darkness has recently opened in Hiroshima! It is conveniently located along the Hondori Shopping Street (just a short walk ....
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  [1-Day Event: Sat. Feb. 3] Join Onomichi’s Biggest Mamemaki (Bean-Throwing)

  The most famous temple in Onomichi is Senkoji Temple, famous for its cherry blossoms. But Saikokuji Temple is the most famous for its mamemaki (lucky bean-throwing) ritual. Every February 3, the day before the spring equinox, Setsubun is held (an eve ....
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  Check Out Hiroshima Ski Resorts Here!

  Hiroshima offers a variety of winter activities thanks to its diverse landscapes, including the sea, mountains, and rivers. In the summer, you can enjoy camping, while skiing and snowboarding are popular options in the winter! Interestingly, Hiroshim ....
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  [3-Day Event: Jan. 6-8] Experience Traditional New Year’s Festivities in Hiroshima Gate Park Plaza

  Experience traditional New Year’s festivities in Hiroshima Gate Park Plaza! At Hiroshima Gate Park Plaza, you can participate in or watch exciting events such as a kite flying contest in the square and a thrilling tournament of kendama [a tradi ....
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  【Special Tour: Mon., Jan. 8】Seven-Temple Tour with Fire-walking Ritual Event! (Onomichi)

  Would you like to join us for a tour of seven temples in Onomichi in the New Year? This Seven-Temple Tour is organized by the Onomichi Tourist Association and offered throughout the year. There are 25 temples in the town of Onomichi , and you will vi ....
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  [1-Day Event: Mon., Jan. 8] Fire-walking Ritual in Onomichi

  If you are staying in Japan around the New Year, visit a shrine or temple. On Hatsumoude, residents of Japan visit nearby shrines and temples at some point on or following New Year’s Day. We do this to say our thanks for a safe and successful l ....
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  Visit the Sword Museum in Okayama

  A must-see for sword lovers! Observe the actual sword-making process by swordsmiths at a workshop in one of Japan’s premier sword production centers: Bizen Osafune Sword Museum, located in Setouchi City, Okayama. The traditional folding and for ....
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  [Dec. 9–10] Monitors Wanted for a BOZU Experience in Onomichi

  Good news for those interested in Zen Buddhism and staying in Onomichi! The “BOZU* Experience” is an engaging tour at a temple in Onomichi that Meji, a new company, will offer. (*Bozu means “monk in training” in Japanese.  On ....