Hiroshima Days - Be a local

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How about enjoying fine French cuisine that uses local ingredients in an authentic Japanese atmosphere? Many of you would know about TOFUKUJI temple, that stands nearby Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto, as it is famous for its beautiful garden. It is Mirei Shigemori who created the garden at TOFUKUJI Temple. And a garden created by him exists in Hiroshima also. Oukatei, named by him, it is. There is a quiet Japanese garden that makes you forget the hustle and bustle on a small mountain about 15 minutes by car from the center of Hiroshima city. Up on the small hill about 15 minutes drive from the center of Hiroshima city, you can find a quiet Japanese garden that takes your mind off the hustle and bustle. Walk into the restaurant, viewing Momiji-maple- on your right and Cherry blossoms on your left. The restaurant building was used as a tea room in the garden, back in time. It is offering the French cuisine which you can enjoy your familiar ta...