Hiroshima Days - Be a local

When you hear the words "Setouchi Cycling," all you imagine is the "Shimanami Kaido"? With many islands in the sea of Hiroshima as well as many bridges spanning them, the area is full of places suitable for cycling. Here, we would like to introduce the Tobishima Kaido (Tobishima Sea Route). The Tobishima Kaido can be accessed from Kure City, which is closer to Hiroshima City than Shimanami Kaido. The route includes seven bridges of various sizes connecting the mainland with seven islands, and the shortest distance is about 30 kilometers. Of course, it can be made shorter if you prefer. The name of "Tobishima" came from the "stepping stones", which you can find in Japanese gardens placed to adjust to people's stride for walking; it represents the islands scattered like stepping stones in the sea. One of the highlights of ...

Hiroshima is comparatively warm and is one of the areas that has the most clear-days in Japan. Data: Japan Meteorological Agency , 2021 June - July From mid-June through late July, Hiroshima is in rainy season. July - September After the rainy season, it is most likely to be very hot and humid until mid-September; we ask you to stay hydrated enough to prevent heat stroke. Locals often use parasols to keep themselves out of the sun, which is recommended for travelers, as well. Also, August and September are known for the typhoon season in Japan. When typhoon is approaching or hitting the area you travel, please take care of yourself, and pay more attention to the traffic information of trains and Shinkansen. December - March From December through February is it the winter season. It is rare that we have snow along the southern coast, but when it snows, please try to check the latest traffic information. In some part of the mountainous area in northern part of Hir...