I know, I am the worst for still posting updates from Japan while I am back for 2 months already! I still have 3 diaries to post from places I have been there, I mean, itโs a shame not to post them really, so I will try to hurry okay ๐
Because of the typhoon that was coming to Tokyo, we left town for the weekend to visit Hiroshima. Since it was just for the weekend, we mostly spent time doing the mandatory tourist activities when we were in Hiroshima. Enjoy this little diary of my 3 days in Hiroshima!
From Tokyo to Hiroshima
We arranged the JR pass in The Netherlands, so we could travel freely with the Shinkansen (a network of high-speed railway lines in Japan ). It was a 6-hour ride, so like everyone else on the train we stocked some food at the station. These bento boxes look so cute and they are so yummy!! We always buy much more than we can actually eat.
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Hiroshima by night
We went to Hondori to have dinner. We went for the Korean BBQ, which was on our bucket list. Our bellies were very satisfied!!
By the time we arrived, it was dark already. Little that we know it was the night of the blood moon. I have seen it before, still, itโs very strange to see the moon like this.
Not sure what this turtle was doing at the front door of the restaurant. I hope itโs only there to attract people rather than eating turtle meat inside!
After dinner we went to Taito Station, an arcade hall, to have some fun. Itโs fascinating to watch others play. I also made an attempt to win a Totoro item, without any luck.
To Miyajima
When in Hiroshima, one must go to Miyajima island. We had the most relaxing day wandering around this beautiful historical island. From the famous gate (torii) in the sea, the bambis that were walking around, the temple, the food, tropical temperatures to the atmosphere on this island is a great mix for a fun day out.
Nuclear history
Hiroshima is best known as the first city in history to be targeted by aย nuclear bomb. With an audio tour we learned much about this horrific catastrophe. Canโt believe that people can do this to each other. I had chills the entire tour. Letโs pray something like this will never happen again!
Okonamiyaki
Where to eat in a city you donโt know? Well, a non-stop cue should be the sign. Okinomiyaki with noodles is the dish of Hiroshima. You see this endless hall below? A hall with only okinomiyaki restaurants. Itโs very small in there, you should eat, enjoy the hell of it and then get the * out! ;P
Apparently this one was chosen to be the best Okinomiyaki by Trip Advisor. That explains the fuss around it ๐ย It was indeed delicious!!ย But then again, I probably would have said that as well at one of their neighbours.
Random
Sun glasses, sun cap and an umbrella that is attached to the bike. You canโt say they arenโt UV protected!
Breakfast of the day
Yummy chochoclate mochi ice cream
Hello Kitty moon cake. Yes, I am one of those people who would pay more for a cookie only because itโs Hello Kitty! ๐
Shopping mall.
Ending this article with a hilarious photo booth moment. Another thing you must do when in Japan. Itโs not a normal photo booth, these photo booths make you skinnier, whiter, gives you bigger eyes and a pink blush. By the end of the photo shoot session you can also add props. I think we have spent an hour here and I have been crying from laughter seeing the results.ย
