Gang leader shot in Iwakuni
A 52 year old leader of a designated organized crime group affiliated with with the Kobe Yamaguchi-gumi was shot in Iwakuni last night.
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Author: Paul Walsh
Kunihiko Sakuma: The young hibakusha
Director of atomic bomb suvivor advocacy group Hiroshima Hidankyo, Kunihiko Sakuma talks about his journey to finding his voice as a “young hibakusha”.
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July 29 Covid-19 update
July 29, 2020 36 new cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed in Hiroshima Prefecture and a further 10 in other
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11 new cases of Covid-19 announced in Chugoku region, July 27
Yesterday, July 27, 6 new confirmed cases of Covid-19 were announced in Hiroshima Prefecture, 3 in Okayama Prefecture and 1 in both Yamaguchi and Shimane Prefectures.
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Almost 60 new cases of Covid-19 across region over holiday weekend
The number of confirmed cases of Covid-19 continued to climb over the 4 day holiday weekend.
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Covid-19: School and college cases in Hiroshima City
July 22, 2020 7 more cases of Covid-19 were announced in Hiroshima Prefecture yesterday, July 21. 4 in Hiroshima City,
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Kintai Bridge biker arrested
An Iwakuni man in his 40s has been arrested for violation of cultural property protection law after riding his motorbike over Iwakuni’s iconic Kintai Bridge.
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Covid-19 cases pass 200 in Hiroshima Pref, Okayama cluster, YouTuber cases in Yamaguchi
Total cases of Covid-19 in Hiroshima Pref passes 200. Okayama nightlife cluster. YouTuber spreads virus in Yamaguchi. New cases in Fukuyama and Kurashiki.
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Rogue biker marks iconic Kintai Bridge
Local news has been reporting an act of vandalism on a motorbike which left tire marks on 322 of the 522 slats that cover Kintai Bridge in Iwakuni.
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Family Pool open with Covid-19 measures in place
Although only open for a couple of months a year, the outdoor Family Pool can be a life saver during Hiroshima’s long, hot and humid summer.
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First corona virus case on Etajima, Hiroshima Prefecture now at 16 cases
An Etajima woman in her 30s who works at a medical facility has tested positive for corona virus, it was announced April 6.
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Pivotal point in fight against corona virus says Hiroshima governor
The governor of Hiroshima Prefecture delivered an emergency message this morning concerning the fight against corona virus in Hiroshima.
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New corona cases in Fukuyama and Yamaguchi & contact tracing update
New corona cases in Fukuyama and Yamaguchi, but contact tracing and testing provides some relief.
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Cherie no Hatake Vegan Farmstay
Get away from the hustle and bustle of city life, stay in a lovely restored farmhouse in the middle of the Japanese countryside and enjoy the most wonderful vegan food created with ingredients grown just a stone’s throw away. If this sounds appealing, Cherie no Hatake is the place for you.
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cicane liquid stand
The perfect place to keep your finger on the pulse of Hiroshima’s burgeoning coffee culture.
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New Year In Hiroshima
See out the old, ring in the new; Hiroshima style.
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All You Need to Know About Miyajima at New Year
A few tidbits of info that we hope will make your New Year jaunt to Miyajima a memorable one.
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The Future of Hiroshima’s A-bombed Warehouses: Have your say
Hiroshima Prefecture is calling for “public comments” on its plans for the site of the Former Military Clothing Depot in
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Locals fight to save 100 year old A-bombed buildings from demolition
Only of Hiroshima’s “A-bombed buildings” remain and, although the now iconic symbol of the world’s first nuclear attack, the A-bomb
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Christmas in Hiroshima
Christmas is big in Japan. Kind of.
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The Pope in Hiroshima
Head of the Catholic Church Pope Francis will visit Hiroshima on November 24.
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Ebisu Taisai Festival
Just before winter takes hold, Hiroshima’s city center is taken over by one more colorful festival, all about good fortune,
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Winter Illuminations in Hiroshima
Large scale illuminations have become a new winter tradition in Japan. Held all over the country, they certainly brighten up
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Akushu Cafe Parkside
Pleasant cafe with terrace seating in the ground floor of Orizuru Tower, right behind the A-bomb Dome.
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Where did the bunnies on Rabbit Island come from?
Just how did the tiny island of Okunoshima become bunny paradise?
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Summer Fireworks Festival Guide
Our guide to as many of the fireworks festivals in the region as we could find!
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Fascinating glimpses of pre-war Hiroshima in 85-year-old film
7 minutes of 85-year-old film footage provides fascinating glimpses of Hiroshima before the A-bombing.
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Dressing the oxen at the Mibu-no-hanadue ritual rice planting festival
The Mibu-no-hanadaue ritual rice planting festival in Chiyoda, Kita-hiroshima, is the largest and most spectacular of many similar festivals held
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Miyajima’s iconic shrine gate going under wraps until summer 2020
14 months of repairs and restoration start on Miyajima’s iconic “floating” shrine gate begin June 3, 2019.
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AEON Mall Hiroshima Fuchu
With around 280 stores, AEON Mall Hiroshima Fuchu is one of the biggest shopping malls in the region.
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