The peaceful and calm port town; "Tomonoura" in Hiroshima

Not so many tourists or even Japanese know this town; Tomonoura. However, this attractive town let
visitors stay as long as possible. After visiting major sightseeing spots, this is your place to wrap up the trip of
Hiroshima or even Japan.<div

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The small port town with various history

Tomonoura is the town facing Seto Inland Sea and has a long history as a port with more
than 1000 years. Many fishers stay in this town and wait for the rising and receding tides. Old houses are well preserved still today and the atmosphere is so aesthetic that it will make you feel like you have time traveled to the past.

The historical spots are everywhere

There are many historical spots in Tomonoura. “Joyato” which means a lighthouse, was built in
1859 and became a symbol of Tomonoura. This 11-meter tall tower has contributed for safety on ocean for a long time. The wharf near Joyato is also a historical spot. You can enjoy the historical port town as strolling. This beautiful landscape was actually chosen as the model for Studio Ghibli’s famous movie; “Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea.”

The Neighborhood is also attractive

Another attractive activity in Tomonoura is to visit near islands. There is a ferry reaching to "Sensuijima" for 5 minutes from Tomonoura. The story of how this island got its name is unique and gives you a tip how this island look like. Sensuijima literally means the too-beautiful- that-even- hermit-fall- in-love island. The scenic is tremendous and several Japanese emperors preferably visited there. Tomonoura is very calm and quiet so it is a great place to wrap up your trip in Japan.

How to visit?

From Tokyo, it is about 90 minutes to Hiroshima Airport by an airplane. Then take the airport shuttle bus to Fukuyamaeki-mae for 65 minutes. From Fukuyamaeki-mae, take Tomotetsu Bus about 35 minutes and get off at either Tomonoura Stop or Tomoko Stop. Tomonoura Stop and Tomoko Stop are about 5 minutes walking distance.

Address: Tomo, Tomo-cho, Fukuyama-shi, Hiroshima 720-0201