Sights

One of Japan’s Three Great Bridges. The view and the technology behind the 5 continuous arches that can withstand the swift currents is amazing.

A shrine that is the home of two World Heritages and enshrines Shoin Yoshida, a Bakumatsu era philosopher.

One of Japan’s 3 major Tenman-gu Shrines. Dedicated to the god of learning, it’s also famous for the plum trees.

An amazing panoramic view of the entire city of Iwakuni! It is also easily accessible.

A shrine chosen by America’s CNN as one of the 31 Most Beautiful Sites to Visit in Japan

A museum where you can closely experience the lifestyle of the samurai and the culture of life and death

The relics of the residential castle for the Kikkawa clan, the former lords of Iwakuni, with flowers blossoming throughout all four seasons

An outlying island across the Tsunoshima Bridge, with white sandy beaches and surrounded by the cobalt-blue sea

A 8.9 km prominent limestone cave designated as a Special Natural Monument

A fascinating phenomenon of sea water being sprayed up a cliff wall to a maximum height of 30m

A quasi-national park where you can enjoy not just sightseeing but a trail run as well

A quasi-national park where you can enjoy not just sightseeing but a trail run as well

The relics of the residential castle for the Kikkawa clan, the former lords of Iwakuni, with flowers blossoming throughout all four seasons

Relax in a bath with a beautiful view of Kintai Bridge and Iwakuni Castle

The relics of the residential castle for the Kikkawa clan, the former lords of Iwakuni, with flowers blossoming throughout all four seasons

Relax in a bath with a beautiful view of Kintai Bridge and Iwakuni Castle

Relax in a bath with a beautiful view of Kintai Bridge and Iwakuni Castle

Relax in a bath with a beautiful view of Kintai Bridge and Iwakuni Castle