Chugoku and Shikoku
Chugoku and Shikoku: 18 cities — the stories ordinary tours skip, told as you walk.
Hiroshima
“From the ashes, a city of peace and enduring spirit emerges, inviting contemplation and exploration.”
Okayama
“Okayama: Where ancient legends meet sun-drenched gardens and a quiet, creative spirit.”
Kurashiki
“Where Edo-period canals meet world-class art and Japan's denim heart.”
Miyajima
“Where a vermilion gate rises from the sea, Miyajima invites quiet contemplation and playful discovery.”
Imabari
“Where the Seto Inland Sea meets masterful craftsmanship.”
Ōzu
“Where ancient castles meet riverside tranquility.”
Onomichi
“Where time slows, and cats roam ancient paths above the Seto Inland Sea.”
Tokushima
“Where ancient traditions dance with lively hues.”
Kōchi
“Where ancient legends intertwine with the pulse of modern life.”
Matsuyama
“Where ancient hot springs meet samurai strongholds and literary echoes.”
Takamatsu
“Where ancient pines meet modern art, and every corner holds a quiet discovery.”
Yamaguchi
“Where ancient narratives and serene vistas meet, a quieter Japan unfolds.”
Kotohira
“Ascend ancient steps to a sacred peak, where maritime legends and kabuki echoes linger.”
Tsuwano
“Where carp glide through ancient streets, and every wall holds a memory.”
Tottori
“Where desert sands meet the Sea of Japan, and ancient tales linger on the wind.”
Hagi
“Where the spirit of samurai forged a modern nation, etched into clay and enduring streets.”
Matsue
“Where ancient myths meet tranquil waters and echoes of samurai valor.”
Uchiko
“Where time slows, and echoes of merchant prosperity linger.”