Port Towns and the Island of the Gods

The island where the gods reside has Itsukushima Shrine as its symbol. It is one of the Three Views of Japan. The Otorii, which changes its shape with the ebb and flow of the tide, is particularly impressive.

The bridge is known for its photogenic views across the white sand beach and cobalt blue ocean. At 1,780 meters long, it is one of the longest bridges on a public road in Japan.

Shimonoseki's kitchen is known as a market for Fugu (pufferfish). Fresh seafood and local produce line the market, and there are a variety of restaurants and events where visitors can taste the market's produce.

The area retains the unique atmosphere of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Enjoy a nostalgic time at cafés and stores inside retro buildings.