Carp-boya doormat
Seems like this doormat featuring the much-loved Carp-boya mascot would be something rival fans might like to purchase….
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Good Stuff
EARTH Hiroshima 2017 Collection Launch
This morning “Hiroshima peace brand” EARTH Hiroshima unveiled it latest products, inspired by Hiroshima’s peace activism and realised through collaboration
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Giant cardboard steam train in Hiroshima Station
A 1.5 ton 20m long cardbaord steam engine is on display in the concourse on the north side of Hiroshima
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Travel through Hiroshima history with digital maps
Travel through time using this ingenious “now and then” widget based on historical maps of Hiroshima city.
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Limited edition Mugen Musou kendama
Masterfully made, limited edition kendama on sale at the world champs this weekend in Hatsukaichi.
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EARTH Hiroshima
If you’re dropping by any of Hiroshima’s tourist gift shops in the coming months, you’ll likely stumble across some of
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The Return of Pierre The Maze Detective
The second volume of Hiro Kamigaki and IC4’s international hit children’s book Pierre The Maze Detective was published March 10.
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Starbucks 2017 Limited Edition Sakura Products: Purity
Starbucks releases the second wave of its annual limited edition sakura cherry blossom-themed cup and tumblers on March 1.
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Starbucks 2017 Limited Edition Sakura Products: Harmony
The plum blossoms may only just be poking their heads out, but Starbucks released the first wave of it’s annual
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Best Of Hiroshima Awards 2016
Hiroshima’s best places to eat, drink, groove, shop and play, as voted by our wonderful readers.
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Starbucks targets souvenir market with new Hiroshima-themed product line up
Hiroshimima is one of 12 locations that feature in Starbucks’ Japan Geography Series of area-limited products, launched this week.
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Hullpong NPO
We got some fun & unique cat-themed goods from the Hullpong NPO ひゅーるぽん at a Senda-machi flea market earlier this
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His & Hers Carp Undies
If you can’t grab yourself a limited edition pair of Carp Chapionship Vans at Hiroshima PARCO, why not head down
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Hiroshima Carp Limited edition Vans
Many local fans were disgruntled at not being able to secure tickets for the Climax Series final playoffs for a
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Momiji-manju Kit Kats have landed
It’s no longer a secret that Kit Kats in Japan inhabit a parallel universe to their overseas cousins. I’ve been
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Peace Wanko
My husband and I made the move to Hiroshima from the U.S. in summer 2015. Aside from the inevitable culture
Read more2015 Yukata Guide
There’s no better way to get into Hiroshima’s annual Toukasan Yukata Festival than by joining the crowds and hitting the
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Mazda’s beautiful concept bike
Hiroshima-based car-maker Mazda is currently showcasing its design philosophy in Milan via two new artworks at Milan Design Week –
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Hiroshima a virtual tourism favorite
Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park is one of the most visited places in Asia on Google Street View says a post,
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A.P.C. Hiroshima Opening Reception
A big brand with that classic style you’ve been craving. Style that will take you back to your roots. A.P.C.,
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2015 limited edition Carp goods
Hiroshima is getting very excited about local the Hiroshima Carp’s prospects for the coming season baseball season. Much is expected
Read moreHiroshima City Free WiFi
Hiroshima City now provides free online access in several of its facilities. The service, which offers on the spot registration
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Hiroshima Commemorative Coins
A special commemorative 500 yen coin is released this week to mark the 60th anniversary of the Local Autonomy Law (地方自治法)
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WAREZ Peace Shirts 2013
This year’s peace shirt designs by WAREZ are out and the deadline for making sure you get yours is fast
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Costco is Coming to Hiroshima City
Yes, the rumors are true- Costco, the American shopping warehouse, is opening its doors in Hiroshima on Saturday March 23rd
Read moreCloud Atlas by David Mitchell
Ron Klein reviews former Hiroshima resident David Mitchell‘s third novel Cloud Atlas.
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