Hiroshima

What is “Hiroshima skipping” and why does it have many music and idol fans in Hiroshima upset?

The phenomenon has been picking up buzz online in recent months among disgruntled residents, though there may be hope on the horizon.

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The Dancing Japanese Hairdresser: Keeping rockabilly alive with unique “dancing haircuts”

The most entertaining haircut you’ll ever have.

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Studio Ghibli’s Howl’s Moving Castle tapestry unveiled in Japan for first time

The imagination of Hayao Miyazaki, captured in tapestry, can now be viewed by the public for a limited time.

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Century-old Hiroshima brewery in one of Japan’s three great sake-brewing spots offers tours in English

Stepping into sake history in Saijo.

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New Hiroshima guest house is expressly designed to feel like staying in a submarine

Add this to your list of novelty accommodations!

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Hey, Japanese taxi driver! Take us to a good non-Hiroshima-y restaurant in Hiroshima

Skipping Hiroshima’s most famous food brought us to a place that both is and isn’t representative of the city.

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Puyo Puyo Manju return after 21 years…and our Puyo Puyo fan reporter achieves a childhood dream

Two dreams, in fact. It was a good day for Haruka!

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We learned how to make a calligraphy brush from the masters of Kumanofude in Hiroshima

Who better to learn from than the very best?

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Reading Barefoot Gen, manga about the Hiroshima atomic bombing, for the first time as an adult

Our Nagasaki-born reporter, the grandchild of A-bomb victims, gives her thoughts on the series.

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Heading to Hiroshima? Here’s a plan to enjoy three local activities on Miyajima in one day

Our reporter shares her day of soaking up a little bit of the local marine farming, global cuisine, and a walk through the past. 

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We tour Onomichi, Hiroshima, where old meets new and a whole lot more

You may even recognize a few locations from pop culture.

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Critically acclaimed A-bomb manga Barefoot Gen excerpts removed from Hiroshima school curriculum

Elementary school students’ Peace Education lessons have included excerpts from manga by atomic bombing survivor since 2013.

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We travel across the city like royalty — Hiroshima streetcar turns into fancy, private dining area

Our reporter travelled around Hiroshima City like a king in his own private tram.

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Police looking for man who threw paper airplane into Hiroshima atomic bomb monument

Do not mess with this monument.

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Travelling to Miyajima and Itsukushima Shrine? Best to be a glass-half-full type of tourist

Heartfelt advice for those hoping to visit the World Heritage site before the end of the year. 

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The world’s biggest Muji store opened in Hiroshima, and we went to check it out!

Over 7,500 products, locally sourced produce and food, eco-friendly initiatives…this Muji is amazing!

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Japan’s longest-running okonomiyaki joint and the birthplace of Hiroshima style — We visit both

A delicious battle of regional styles results in one full stomach.

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Carp Gyoza dumplings coming to Hiroshima supermarkets, probably contain no actual carp

It’s more of a “carp in spirit” kind of thing.

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Batman’s Gotham City creates first-ever sister city relationship…with a real city in Japan

Japanese municipality gets well-earned recognition for its bat emblem and bat castle.

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New Japanese vending machines to love: The ones that sell Hiroshima’s best dessert!

Symbol of Hiroshima is also a delicious sweet that travelers have loved for over a century.

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