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Enjoy everything from the latest tourist spots and Edo culture of Tokyo to the modern art born from the blend of Hiroshima's nature and traditions

ONE MORE STEP FROM TOKYO

HIROSHIMA × TOKYO

Simose Art Museum

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Edo Kiriko Asakusa Ojima

Simose Art Museum

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Edo Kiriko Asakusa Ojima

This course lets you experience the latest spots and Edo culture of Tokyo, and see the mix of traditional culture and modern art unique to Hiroshima.

You will travel around major tourist spots in the capital city, and enjoy the latest experience-style facilities and famous Edo culture spots that can only be found in Tokyo. You do not just tour these places, but you can experience the appeal of "old meets new" for yourself. You then fly for about 1 and a half hours down to Hiroshima, where you can take in the beautiful scenery, as well as the coexistence of traditional culture and modern art.

Destination

Itinerary

3Days

Transport

Plane
Tokyo to Hiroshima

1 hour
30 minutes

Highlights

TOKYO

HIROSHIMA

・Simose Art Museum
・Miyajima
・Hiroshima City's Naka Incineration Plant
・HIROSHIMA ORIZURU TOWER

Day1

TOKYO

1

Tokyo Station

30 minutes by train (JR)

5 minutes by foot

2

Shibuya Scramble Square

SHIBUYA SKY was built with three zones: SKY GATE, a transitional space on the 14F–45F; SKY STAGE, an outdoor observation area; and SKY GALLERY, an indoor observation corridor on the 46F. Not only can you see 360 degrees of scenery from 229m above Shibuya, but the observation spaces stimulate intellectual curiosity and foster imagination through a series of experiences.

30 minutes by train (JR)

3

teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM

teamLab, Universe of Water Particles on a Rock where People Gather, Flowers and People, Cannot be Controlled but Live Together – A Whole Year per Hour, Crows are Chased and the Chasing Crows are Destined to be Chased as well: Flying Beyond Borders © teamLab

teamLab, Bubble Universe: Physical Light, Bubbles of Light, Wobbling Light, and Environmental Light - One Stroke © teamLab

Wander, Explore, and Discover in One Continuous Borderless World
teamLab Borderless is a world of artworks without boundaries, a museum without a map created by art collective teamLab.

Artworks move out of rooms, relate to other works, influence each other, and at times intermingle, without boundaries. Through this group of works, one continuous world without boundaries is created.

Immerse your body in borderless art. Wander, explore with intention, discover, and create a world with others.

40 minutes by train(non-JR lines)

10 minutes by foot

4

Edo Kiriko Asakusa Ojima

Edo Kiriko is a traditional Japanese glass craft that evolved toward the end of the Edo period. It is characterized by beautiful cut patterns, soft curves that evoke the Edo sentimentality, and myriad designs. At this long-established traditional workshop in Asakusa that has been in business for three generations, you can learn the techniques of Edo Kiriko from craftsmen who have inherited the traditions since the Edo period, and experience the process of "arazuri" which involves engraving patterns into transparent glass. You can create your own original glass work using traditional Edo Kiriko techniques. Information in English is also available to help visitors gain a deeper understanding of traditional Japanese crafts. The production experience takes place while you learn how to cut and choose designs under the guidance of a craftsman. You can take the completed work with you right after the experience, making it the perfect memorabilia of your trip to Japan.

20 minutes by train(non-JR lines)

10 minutes by foot

5

SUIGIAN

Enjoying traditional Japanese performing arts up close, while sitting through a banquet, is one of the luxurious experiences that is unique to SUIGIAN. Live performances of traditional Japanese performing arts such as Noh, Kyogen, Kagura, Gagaku, and Nihon-buyo are held day and night on the Noh stage positioned in the center of the restaurant. The sight of seasonal dishes being served to the rhythm of Noh is truly entertaining. The menu expresses the 24 seasons and 72 micro-seasons of the Japanese lunar calendar with attentive detail, alongside a lineup of teas from long-established tea shops in Kyoto and sweet Kyoto confectionery. You can enjoy pairings of seasonal teas with dishes, season-themed cocktails prepared by skilled bartenders, and carefully curated Japanese sake and wine. Come experience Japanese culture and the seasons at the site of the legendary restaurant MOMOKAWA, which was a favorite among many literary figures and artists in the historic Nihonbashi district of Tokyo.

Day2

TOKYO

6

Tokyo Station

10 minutes by train(non-JR lines)

20 minutes by foot

7

Toyosu Market and Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai

Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai

Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai street level

These are two major sightseeing spots in the Toyosu area. Toyosu Shijou is a new market that was relocated from Tsukiji Market, and is especially famous for its early-morning tuna auction. Uogashi Yokocho is also a popular section, where you can view the auctions from the viewing walkway and enjoy meals of sushi and tempura. English-speaking guides and information boards available inside the market. Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai is a newly opened tourist spot in the outer area of Toyosu Market, based on the concept of becoming a "sacred place of all things delicious." In an atmosphere that recreates the streets of Edo, you can enjoy dishes and sweets made with fresh ingredients. It is drawing attention as a place where you can eat and shop. You can relax in the Senkyaku Banrai Rooftop Footbath on the 8th floor and enjoy spectacular views of Tokyo Bay. There is also an adjoining 24-hour hot spring facility.

10 minutes by car

8

Tama Sushi (sushi-making experience)

The sushi-making experience at Tama Sushi, a long-established restaurant founded in Tsukiji, is a popular program for gaining a deeper understanding of traditional Japanese sushi culture. It offers participants the rare opportunity to learn about traditional Japanese sushi culture and to make their own sushi. In this experience, you will be taught directly by a professional sushi chef, standing at the counter in a white chef robe just like a real sushi chef as you experience making authentic sushi. While learning how to make nigiri-zushi and hand-rolled sushi, you can experience the delicate techniques and delicious flavors of sushi. You can also have fun comparing the sushi you have made with the sushi made by the chef. After the experience, you will receive a certificate and an ukiyo-e coaster as memorabilia of this unforgettable experience.

Day3

CHUGOKU(HIROSHIMA)

9

Haneda Airport

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The airport serves as an air gateway into Japan. The passenger terminal is filled with various commercial facilities, and visitors can command a panoramic view of Tokyo Bay from the rooftop observation deck, so that everyone, even those who are not flying, can enjoy the terminal.

1 hour 40 minutes by plane (ANA)

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10

Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport

20 minutes by car

11

Otake Station

10 minutes by car

12

Simose Art Museum

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Simose Art Museum opened in 2023 in Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture, and has attracted attention for its design by renowned architect Shigeru Ban. In 2024, it was selected as the "World's Most Beautiful Museum" in the Prix Versailles established by UNESCO. The concept of the museum is to "Admire art, inside art." It features eight "floating" galleries that are covered in colorful glass screens. These galleries are movable and have been highly appraised worldwide as an innovative work of architecture. Inside the museum, visitors can admire glass works by Emile Gallé and contemporary Japanese and Western paintings, as well as enjoy views of the surrounding Seto Inland Sea. At the adjoining French restaurant, take in breathtaking views of the Seto Inland Sea while savoring dishes made with local ingredients.

40 minutes by train (JR)

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10 minutes by ferry

13

Miyajima

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Miyajima has been regarded as a sacred island since ancient times. In 1996, about 14% of the island became designated as a World Heritage Site, including the palatial style building of Itsukushima Shrine, the sea in front of the shrine where the grand torii gate stands, and old growth forest on Mt. Misen behind it. The highlight on a visit to Miyajima is the Itsukushima Shrine, which appears to float in the ocean but also blends in with the mountain in its backdrop forming an elegant scene. The grand torii gate built offshore is the symbol of Miyajima, which can be accessed by foot during low tide while it is partially submerged in water at high tide. The lighting condition during sunset presents the island in a mystic way backlit behind the grand torii gate, Itsukushima Shrine, and five-storied pagoda, providing a distinctive view from the daytime. The island has native animals including deer, which are regarded and protected as divine messengers. You can also experience a Goma Fire Ritual and Buddhist cuisine at Daishoin Temple, the oldest temple on Miyajima.

10 minutes by ferry

30 minutes by car

14

Hiroshima City's Naka Incineration Plant

Hiroshima City's Naka Incineration Plant, located at the southern end of Yoshijima-ku in Hiroshima, is a state-of-the-art waste treatment facility that opened in 2004. Designed by architect Yoshio Taniguchi, its beautiful design is a major departure from the image of conventional waste treatment facilities. It is characterized by cutting-edge technology and architectural beauty, which together embody the commitment to addressing environmental issues. Particularly noteworthy is the glass corridor called the "Ecorium." Designed to allow visitors to view the large machinery that processes exhaust gas, the "Ecorium" makes it possible for visitors to appreciate environmental conservation efforts in the same way as an art exhibition. The facility is also known as a filming location for movies, and its beautiful design and unique concept make it a popular spot for both architecture and film fans. Visitors can tour the facility freely, making it a good place to drop by whenever you wish to.

15 minutes by car

15

HIROSHIMA ORIZURU TOWER

This is a 14-story building standing right next to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Genbaku Dome) World Heritage Site. The roof observatory offers commanding views of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, including the Genbaku Dome, below. On sunny days, the view extends all the way to Mt. Misen on Miyajima. The Orizuru Tower is named after the custom of folding origami paper cranes, and as this name indicates, there is an orizuru wall where visitors can leave their own paper crane as a symbol of peace. The first floor of the building houses a café, souvenir shop, and tourist information center, making it a convenient stop while sightseeing in downtown Hiroshima.

update: Dec.25.2024

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