Things to do in Hiroshima & Miyajima! ft. Japanese deers and Okonomiyaki

5 places in this vlog

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1. 0:47

   Miyajima

   🚆 Day trip · Hatsukaichi

   With a JR Pass, the train and ferry to the island cost nothing extra; half a day is enough to explore.

2. 4:20

   Itsukushima Shrine

   ⛩️ Temple · Miyajima

   The torii gate was covered for restoration at the time; shrine admission is 300 yen per person.

3. 10:34

   Giant Rice Scoop (O-shakushi)

   🏢 Landmark · Miyajima · brief mention

   Was closed for renovation when visited.

4. 13:44

   Okonomimura

   🍴 Restaurant · Shintenchi

   There are more stalls downstairs, so it's worth looking around before choosing one.

5. 14:12

   Tetsu

   🍴 Restaurant · Shintenchi

   The signature Tetsu-yaki comes with pork, squid and noodles; the chef also recommends a version topped with grated yam.