2025 Fukuyama Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in January)

It is a modern castle built by Katsunari Mizuno, who transferred from Yamatokoriyama as a lord of 100,000 koku of Bingo due to the deprivation of Masanori Fukushima, the lord of Aki and Bingo in 1619. At first, Katsunari was in Kannabe Castle, but he inspected the territory, selected Jokojiyama in Nogami Village as the castle site, and started construction of the castle. It was completed in August 1622, and Katsunari entered the castle on the 15th. tell them you did. The castle is a flat mountain castle, with double moats in the east, south and west, the Yoshizu River in the north, and Komaruyama (city historic site), Tenjinyama (Matsuyama), and Eitokujiyama forming natural defensive walls. Most of the Sannomaru and the moat have been lost, but the Honmaru and Ninomaru are well preserved. Most of the buildings were destroyed in the air raids in 1945, but the Fushimi Yagura (Important Cultural Property), which is said to have been relocated from Fushimi Castle, and the Sukitetsu Gomon (Important Cultural Property) still exist today, showing their majesty. . The castle tower, Yudono, and Tsukimiyagura were rebuilt in 1966, the mirror tower was rebuilt in 1973, and the bell tower (an important cultural property of the city) was restored in 1979. It is what was done. Fukuyama Castle has a majestic appearance befitting the residence of the lord of the castle, the ``guard of the west country,'' and is a historically valuable remnant of the castle. 27-28 August 2022 they celebrate for 400 years!! awesome.

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I visited Tomonoura, a nostalgic port town in Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture, in search of beautiful scenery😊 This port town, which has been used as a location for movies and dramas, is as beautiful as rumored, and I was continuously moved☺️ The Joyato (photos 2 and 8) is the symbol of this port town. I wanted to capture this scenery!! It was a picturesque view❤︎ The first and fifth photos were taken with a telephoto lens from Io-ji Temple📸 The view from here was also spectacular🥹 The alleys a little inland from the port are very nostalgic (photo 7). Whether it's the sea view or the town view, every shot is a breathtaking view. A walk with a camera in hand. It became a happy trip💓

Fukuyama Castle

Access About a 3-minute walk from JR Fukuyama Station Adjacent to the commercial facility called Ines Fukuyama Highlights ~Convenient for sightseeing due to its proximity to the station~ Richmond Hotel Fukuyama Ekimae is very close to Fukuyama Station, making it convenient even for late Shinkansen arrivals. There are department stores, convenience stores, supermarkets, and more nearby, so you won't have any trouble during your stay. The rooms are simple but spacious enough for a solo stay. The lobby is very clean, and all amenities are provided, ensuring a comfortable stay. Highly recommended for your stay in Fukuyama. *Information as of December 2024.

#magicalxmastrip The theme of the 2024 illumination event to be held in Miroku no Sato, Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture, is "Thank you gift". LED light bulbs have been expanded from 1.5 million last year to 2.5 million, and one of the largest illuminations in the Chugoku region and large-scale glowing attractions will colour the amusement park at night, closing the 35th anniversary of the opening of the park. During the period, fireworks will also be held to colour the midwinter night sky.The entire area of Shibafu Square is decorated with about 1 million LED bulbs and lighting, expressing a glowing flower garden. An area where you will want to convey your feelings of "thank you", such as a walking path in a huge bouquet and an 8-metre-high gift box.

Kannon-do Hall is located at the tip of Cape Abuto. The Kannon-do Hall, standing on top of a cliff, is very beautiful. When you go up to the top of the Kannon-do Hall, it's like the world of Spirited Away. It's just amazing to be swayed by the pleasant breeze and look out at the Seto Inland Sea☺️ This is one of my favorite places out of all the temples and shrines I've been to so far🤍 I went there during a three-day weekend, and there weren't many people there, so it was a hidden gem! Why not stop by while you're driving to Onomichi? This place has also been famous for praying for safe childbirth since ancient times, and the votive plaques are actually breast votive plaques, which is quite unique. Please come and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere. ✈︎---------------------------------------------✈︎ 📍: Abuto Kannon, Fukuyama City 📸: iPhone 13 Pro, Canon EOS 5D MarkⅣ 💴: 100 yen ✈︎---------------------------------------------✈︎ #Domestic travel record #Hiroshima #Hiroshima sightseeing #Hiroshima trip #Fukuyama #Fukuyama city #Fukuyama sightseeing #Fukuyama trip #Abuto Kannon

| Walk into the fantasy world of Bo'er. Today I want to talk to you about the dreamlike Tonoura! Tonoura is a seaside town full of historical charm. The streets of Tonoura are like entering a time tunnel. The traditional buildings on both sides are well preserved, and every stone path seems to tell a story of the past. Here, you can stroll slowly and feel the aftertaste of the Edo period. This street has been the filming location for many movies, and the intertwined light and shadow of sunlight shining on the ancient building has become an unforgettable scene in the hearts of movie fans. At the same time, this is also an important source of inspiration for Miyazaki's animated film "Boer on the Cliff". "Boer on the Cliff" photo trip! ☕The first stop came to [a café], which is the secret corner where Master Hayao Miyazaki draws inspiration. The most famous thing here is lemonade, find a window seat to sit down, look out, thoughts immediately float to the animation, feeling Boer and Zongsuke will pop up on that street corner at any time. Ordering a glass of lemonade seems to touch the creative inspiration that the master once left here. 🏮 Then rushed to [HOTEL 櫓屋 ROYA], this ancient building exudes a unique rhythm, this is a bed and breakfast, very ancient, said to have more than a hundred years of history, standing there, the mind is all the ball in the sea The appearance of cheerful playfulness. 🐟Finally arrived at Konoura [Kenchan Small Fish Dry House], wow! The cute Chinese elemental small objects at the door instantly hit the girl's heart. Walking into the store, your eyes are full of all kinds of small dried fish. All kinds of dried fish are suitable to take back as souvenirs. You can often see a kind of life-saving wine in the streets and alleys here. This life-saving wine is the treasure of Konoura. It is carefully brewed with local quality raw materials Sweet, then the rich aroma of wine spreads in the mouth, with a long aftertaste. It is said that this wine also has certain health and health benefits and is very popular in the local area. Many tourists bring a few bottles as souvenirs or have a drink in the local bistro to feel this unique wine The slightly drunkenness it brings makes the whole trip to Tonoura more unforgettable. It is also because of this unique and charming scenery that Tonoura became the filming location for Hayao Miyazaki's "Boer on the Cliff", attracting countless animation fans and literary and artistic youths to explore the fairy tale hidden in reality world.

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The hotel is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from the station, and there are plenty of restaurants nearby. The entrance was also beautiful. ୨୧ ‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥୨୧ Accommodation: Sun Hotel Fukuyama Address: 1-2-33 Shiromi-cho, Fukuyama, Hiroshima Access: 3 minutes walk from Fukuyama Station Parking: Available (70 spaces), 600 yen per night (tax included) Check-in 14:00/Check-out 10:00 ୨୧ ‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥‥∵‥୨୧ #China Tourism #Hiroshima Tourism #Hiroshima Hotel #Hiroshima #Hotel #Accommodation

I went to "#Ushiroyamaenchi First Observatory" in #Fukuyama city, #Hiroshima prefecture (((((((っ･ω･)っ #Green Line It is an observation deck located along the mountain, in a park near the summit ε٩(๑>ω<)۶з It juts out into the Seto Inland Sea, so you can see all the way from the islands of Seto Inland Sea to the Shimanami Kaido ✿ﾟ❀.(*´▽`*)❀.ﾟ✿ Parking is free, so you can spend a relaxing time with your family ∑d(≧▽≦*) On the way to the Green Line, you can see the ocean from an open area, and you can enjoy the winding roads while enjoying the scenery, so you can enjoy a pleasant tour on your motorcycle ♡ｷｬｯ(∀〃(〃∀)ｷｬﾂ♡ 🏍Ushiroyama Park First Observatory🏍 Address: Notohara, Numakuma-cho, Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture Opening hours: 5:00-22:30 #Traveling with Me #Shinobi-chan

#TravelWithMe The Rose Festival is held every year in Fukuyama City, the city of roses. The venue, Rose Park, was renovated in April 2024 and has become a beautiful park. You have to walk about 2km from Fukuyama Station to the festival site, but there are performances by street performers and music bands at key points, so the walk is not a chore. There are also many food stalls, so it's fun to eat while walking. The roads in front of Rose Park are closed, so you can enjoy flower trains, open cars, motorcycles, dance marches, and more. Another good thing about the festival is that it's not too crowded because the events are held in various places over a wide area.

Within the very spacious grounds are historic buildings and gardens of stunning beauty. 📍Shinshoji Zen and Garden Museum View. Walk. Rest. Meditate. A leisurely experience of Zen! You can also try activities like copying sutras and Zen meditation! A spot that deeply conveys Japanese tradition and culture, along with healing for the soul. The autumn foliage season🍁 is also recommended! The grounds are so extensive that you can tour at your leisure. Definitely a spot I want to visit again! 【INFORMATION】 Shinshoji Zen and Garden Museum 📮91 Numakuma-cho, Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture 🕐9:00〜17:00

The birthplace of the Ghibli masterpiece, "Ponyo on the Cliff"! A port town with a traditional streetscape 🚤 [Tomonoura] in Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture [Introduction to Tomonoura] Tomonoura has long been a port town that has been a key part of Japan's economy, and is a place with a nostalgic landscape where buildings from the Edo period still remain 🕰 It is said that Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki liked this place so much when he visited on a company trip to celebrate the launch of "Howl's Moving Castle" that he chose it as the setting for "Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea" 💡 There are many places where the streetscape overlaps with scenes from Ponyo somehow In addition to being the setting for "Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea," it has also been used as a location for the Hollywood movie "The Wolverine: Samurai" and the live-action anime "Gintama" 🎥 For fans, it may be a great place for a pilgrimage 😁In this town, you can find the "Ponyo Stone" shown in the top picture! Take a walk around the town trying to find out where it isーー👀!! ! ◼︎Access 🚄By Shinkansen Get off at JR Fukuyama Station South Exit Bus Stop No. 5 and board the bus bound for "Tomonoura" or "Tomonoko" and get off at the last stop Travel time: 30 minutes Fare: 550 yen✈️By plane Rent a car from Hiroshima Airport🚘 Travel time: a little over 1 hour (if using the highway) Parking: available 100 yen/30 minutes and up #Sakura2024 #Japan's Greatest Views #Domestic Travel #Hiroshima Tourism

This is a 220-year-old townhouse in Tomonoura. It is a historic location that was used by Sakamoto Ryoma as the place for negotiations over the "Iroha Maru Incident." However, it became vacant and was at risk of being demolished, but with the cooperation of local residents, including director Miyazaki Hayao, it was renovated into a lodging and restaurant in 2010. You can stay overnight, but visitors are also welcome to come for lunch. It was a lovely restaurant with a great atmosphere! Facility name: Onsen-yado Iroha Address: 670 Tomo, Tomo-cho, Fukuyama-shi, Hiroshima Access: ・Bus stop Minatoguchi (Fukuyama-shi) / 0 minutes walk from Tomotetsu bus ・Bus stop Tomoko / 1 minute walk from Tomotetsu bus ・Bus stop Yotsukado / 3 minutes walk from Tomotetsu bus Opening hours: LUNCH 11:00-14:00 Closed: Tuesday #Solo travel #Solo meal #Couple travel #Girls trip #Local gourmet #Domestic travel #Tomonoura #Tomonoura sightseeing #Hiroshima sightseeing #Free Hong Kong air ticket #japan #Onsen-yado Iroha

𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐩*⋆✈Hiroshima Prefecture𓂃 𓈒𓏸Fukuyama City NIPPONIA Tomonoura Port Town Tomonoura is located in Fukuyama City, in the western part of Hiroshima Prefecture. It is said to be the most relaxing port town in Japan, and is also the sacred place of Ponyo on the Cliff. It's fun to walk around the town, and the locals told me all kinds of stories, like "That's where director Hayao Miyazaki stayed for four months!" lol It's famous for its 350-year-old homeishu (a kind of mirin with Chinese medicine added) and seafood (dried foods and sea bream), and there are many shops in the town. NIPPONIA Tomonoura Port Town is a decentralized hotel located in Tomonoura, which is full of such historical atmosphere. This time, we visited the hotel's front desk, Higoya, a wooden house that has been selling homeishu and sea bream miso since the Edo period. The previous owner came from Higo Province, and so the name "Higoya" has long been familiar to guests. The building not only functions as a front desk, but can also be used as guest rooms "SEKI" and a shop and cafe. The cafe is only open on Saturdays and Sundays, and is open to non-guests. From Friday to Monday, they sell household goods and stylish items that would make great souvenirs. After checking in, you can enjoy a stroll around the town of Tomo while being told about the history and recommendations of Tomo on your way to the inn. There are 6 guest rooms in total. Each room has its own charm and history, so no matter how many times you go, you'll have a new experience and enjoy it 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄𓐄𓊆𝑇𝑒𝑙𓊇Official website070-1458-774310:00-18:00 𓊆𝐴𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑠𝑠𓊇 From the official website: 595 Tomo, Tomo-cho, Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 #Sakura2024 #solotravel #HiroshimaPrefecture #FukuyamaCity #Tomonoura #trip #porttown

𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐩*⋆✈Hiroshima Prefecture𓂃 𓈒𓏸Tomonoura, Fukuyama City (Setonaikai National Park) Hinamatsuri was yesterday, but I don't care. Lol-I went to Tomonoura, where the "Tomo Town Doll Festival" is being held until March 24th🎎 During the period, about 100 townhouses, merchant houses, and temples will be exhibiting a variety of precious and rare Hina dolls, including gorgeous seven-tiered decorations from the Edo period, large-scale and elaborate palace decorations from the Meiji period, Oshie Hina dolls, Tachi Hina dolls, and Nagashi Hina dolls. Tomonoura, also known as "the most relaxing port town in Japan," is a port town with a nostalgic atmosphere that was the setting for Ponyo on the Cliff. It is famous for its atmospheric streets and Homeishu (a Japanese liqueur made from mirin and Chinese herbal medicine) which has a history of over 350 years. It was my first time visiting during Hinamatsuri, but the whole town was lively and I was able to see various Hina dolls of different sizes and eras everywhere I went. Everything has a sense of history, from personal collections to those borrowed from local people only for this period, to those left in town houses. Some places have an entrance fee, while others are free to enter and exit. The streets here are complicated, and some parts are quite maze-like for me, who has no sense of direction (lol), but it's quite fun to just rely on your senses and walk around, stopping at various shops and having casual conversations with the shopkeepers. If you go to a cafe or take your time looking around, 3-4 hours will easily pass! There are many Kawazu cherry trees and Somei Yoshino cherry trees planted near the temple. 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄𓊆𝑇𝑖𝑚𝑒𓊇Varies by store 𓊆𝐴𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑠𝑠𓊇 Tomoura Tomo, Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 #Sakura2024 #trip #Hiroshima #Fukuyama #Fukuyama #Girls' Festival #Hiroshima sightseeing

#hiddengems My visit to Naritasan Shinshoji Temple in Narita was a journey through centuries of history. The sprawling temple complex, dating back to A.D. 940, greeted me with its majestic structures, intricate statues, and revered sacred objects. As I wandered through the grounds, I felt a profound sense of reverence and awe, surrounded by the spiritual aura of the place. Each step seemed to unveil a new layer of its hidden treasures, inviting me on a sacred treasure hunt through time. The ancient architecture whispered stories of devotion, resilience, and cultural richness, echoing through the corridors of the temple. From the impressive pagoda to the serene gardens, every corner held a piece of history waiting to be discovered. Naritasan Shinshoji Temple truly stood as a testament to the enduring legacy of Japanese spirituality and craftsmanship.

#2024wish I went there for the first time in several years. Although the admission fee has gone up a bit, it's still quite cheap compared to other zoos, and it's a good idea if it's free for junior high school students and younger and those over 65. The sense of scale is just right for entertaining small children. The animals themselves are almost the same as they were in the past, and I felt that the number of individuals has actually decreased. I want to visit this place again in 2024.

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A small Kannon Shrine at the tip of the cape. Admission is 100 yen. Shoes are strictly prohibited inside the shrine grounds, so you must take them off before entering, but socks can make the wooden boards slippery. The fence is also very low, so be careful not to fall into the sea. At low tide the rocks are exposed, so if you fall you could be in danger. Looking down from the shrine grounds you can see that it is higher than it looks. I wonder if anyone has fallen off in the past. Its origins are unclear, but it seems that it is dedicated to breasts, in prayer for safe childbirth and abundant milk after childbirth. There were many votive plaques in the shape of breasts on display.

Name 📍 Fukuyama Castle Ruins (Fukuyama Castle Museum) Address 📍 1-8 Marunouchi, Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture Access 📍 About 5 minutes walk from the north exit of JR Fukuyama Station Fukuyama Castle Museum 📍 Opening hours 9:00-17:00 (Last admission 16:30) Closed: Mondays (next day if Monday is a public holiday) End of the year (December 28th-December 31st) Facility usage fee 📍 General: 500 yen High school students and younger: Free 　　　　　 \\Points// This castle was built in 1622. It has now been rebuilt and the castle tower has become a museum where you can learn about Fukuyama's history. It's also amazing that admission is free for high school students and younger. The castle can be seen up close from the platform at Fukuyama Station, so it's also recommended for children who love castles. #domestic travel#gourmet #100 famous castles in Japan #castle tour #historic sites #trip to experience history and culture #Fukuyama tourism #girls' trip #castle town #777#great views #couples' trip #japan #hiroshima #family-friendly #hiroshima tourism#family-friendly

\\Tourist Spots// It has flourished as a port for waiting for the tide since ancient times, and is one of the scenic spots representing the Seto Inland Sea, designated as the first national park in Japan. The townscape is retro, and it is recommended to stroll around with a map in hand. Sightseeing in the town is not suitable for driving (the roads are narrow), so please park in a nearby parking lot and stroll around. The "Joyato" is a popular tourist spot that cannot be missed when sightseeing in Tomonoura. Facility name: Joyato Address: 843-1 Tomo, Tomo-cho, Fukuyama City Opening hours: 24 hours Fee: Free Access: Take the Tomonoura Bus Tomonoura Line from the south exit of JR Fukuyama Station and get off at "Tomonoura Port", then walk for 10 minutes #HiroshimaTourism#777 #AmazingView #CoupleTrip #Japan #Hiroshima #Tomonoura #TomonouraTourism #TripToExperienceHistoryCulture #HistoricalSites

Most people go to Hiroshima memorial park to see the history of the Second World War and how Japan was affected at that time. Of course that’s an important place to visit. What’s surprising is, right next to the memorial park there is a touristy centre with lots of local delicacies (both in restaurants and souvenir shops) - its famous oysters are really no disappointment- I had the best cooked oyster ever ! Its raw oysters were also good, but I just never had such fat and juicy well-cooked oysters before! The size didn’t shrink after they were cooked, and the little salty taste of the sea water was still there. It is also famous for its charcoal grilles leeks and lemons - so don’t leave without trying a leek dish and a fresh lemonade! 🍋 #hiroshima #oysters #japan