06/07/2025
With its fascinating history and wealth of fun activities, the town of Tomonoura, Hiroshima Prefecture, is an excellent destination for travelers seeking a little-known and interesting corner of Japan.
Tomonoura prospered for a thousand years as a place for sailors to wait until the tides were right for entering the Seto Inland Sea, but after motor vessels lessened the town’s importance, it settled into the sleepy little backwater it is today. Over the years, it has hosted plenty of historical events and prominent figures. Ryoma Sakamoto, the famous Samurai, was shipwrecked off Tomonoura in 1867, and more recently, the makers of the hit animated film “Ponyo” by Studio Ghibli and the movie “X-MEN Origins: Wolverine,” starring Hugh Jackman, were inspired by the town. The quiet streets of Tomonoura, with their historical buildings and quirky architecture, are perfect for strolling. Old buildings, ancient temples, and shops of all kinds, from local craft boutiques to ship chandlers, line the winding streets and alleys, allowing visitors to get a feel for the town’s relaxed lifestyle.
During your stay in Tomonoura, our member ryokan, Ochikochi & Villas, provides you with unforgettable moments. The Villas consists of old workshops, storehouses, and shops, some of them hundreds of years old, which have been transformed into luxury ryokan. The fascinating architecture, along with premium Japanese-style hospitality, makes staying at Ochikochi & Villas an experience to remember.
For more information about the experience in Tomonoura: https://www.hana-mura.com/english/local-experience/
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