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The 10th Hiroshima Art Prize: Mona Hatoum
From the HMOCA website: Established in 1989 by the City of Hiroshima, site of the first atomic bombing in human history, the Hiroshima Art Prize aims to appeal to a wider world about the “Spirit of Hiroshima,” which seeks everlasting world peace, through contemporary art. The prize is awarded once every three years, and this year we present an exhibition by Mona Hatoum, winner of the 10th Hiroshima Art Prize, at the Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art. Mona Hatoum…
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Marimekko – Design, Fabric, Lifestyle
This is the first large-scale exhibition in Japan to introduce Marimekko, a renowned Finnish design house. With over 200 objects including around 50 fabrics, around 60 vintage dresses, designer’s original sketches, and exclusive screen images of their interviews and the printing factory at the Marimekko headquarters in Helsinki, the visitors can experience over 60 years-history of Marimekko, as well as the designers’ unique work and contribution. Admission: Adults: ¥1000 High school and younger free Opening hours: 09:30-17:00 (until 19:00 on…
Find out more »Autumn Flower and Light Pageant
It's unclear whether the Hiroshima City Botanical Gardens will be holding their usual Christmas illuminations this year, but many of the same installations are on display this month, plus some nice additions. One such addition are the illuminated Giant Water Lilies. Free shuttle buses from the north exit of Itsukaichi JR Station at 15:30, 16:10, 16:50, 17:30, 18:55, 19:35. Return buses at 15:50, 16:30, 17:10, 18:35, 19:15, 20:45, 21:20.
Find out more »Gimmie Danger
2016 American documentary film directed by Jim Jarmusch about legendary rock band The Stooges put together from a mix of archival photos and footage, alongside reunion-era interviews with the surviving band members and footage of their 2010 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 2016, US Documentary Directed by Jim Jarmusch 108 minutes Rated R for drug content and language (PG-12 in Japan) 95% rating on Rotten Tomatoes
Find out more »Kagura at the Prefectural Art Museum
In addition to the weekly Hiroshima Kagura performances at the Kenmin Bunka Center every Wednesday there is the chance to see this dynamic and entertaining art form on four Saturday nights at the Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum during August, September and October. Performances Takiyasha-hime Saturday, August 12 Momoiji-gari Saturday, September 23 Yamata-no-orochi Saturday, October 7 Tsuchigumo October 14 Admission is only ¥500. Doors open and tickets go on sale at 17:30 on the day of the show. The show starts…
Find out more »MU’SICK
DJs play a mixed bag of sounds (not just metal) at Koba on the last Friday of every month.
Find out more »Senda Wasshoi Matsuri Flea Market
Relatively large flea market in Higashi Senda-machi Park next to the old Hiroshima University building. There are also food stalls and live bands performing on a little stage, which help to give the event quite a lively atmosphere. Postponed until October 22 in the event of heavy rain. To sign up to sell at the flea market Call (in Japanese) more than one week prior to the event 090-9500-6534 between 10am and 6pm and give your name and the date…
Find out more »Hiroshima Minato Marché
Outdoor market in Ujina held every 1st and 3rd Sunday. Fresh local produce and food stalls.
Find out more »Kangetsu Moon Viewing Tea Ceremony
The end of September is the time for "moon viewing" or kangetsu in Japan. A moon viewing tea ceremony is held in Shukkei-en Garden annually at this time. ¥800 for the (more formal) tea ceremony in a tea house (honseki) ¥600 to take tea in the gardens (nodate) The garden admission fee is also required (adults ¥260) or combine your visit with a visit to the adjacent Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum for a discounted entry. Photo: ©Shukkei-en Garden
Find out more »Saijo Sake Matsuri
Become a connoisseur of Japanese sake in two days... or just get smashed.
Find out more »Waseda-jinja Shrine Autumn Festival
Kagura performances on Saturday night and omkoshi portable shrine parades and kids sumo on Sunday in Ushita. Saturday, October 14 From 18:30 Kagura followed by mochi-maki rice cake throwing Sunday, October 15 Mid-morning Omikoshi portable shrine parades around surrrounding neighborhoods 14:00 Kids sumo
Find out more »Senda Wasshoi Matsuri Flea Market
Relatively large flea market in Higashi Senda-machi Park next to the old Hiroshima University building. There are also food stalls and live bands performing on a little stage, which help to give the event quite a lively atmosphere. Postponed until October 22 in the event of heavy rain. To sign up to sell at the flea market Call (in Japanese) more than one week prior to the event 090-9500-6534 between 10am and 6pm and give your name and the date…
Find out more »Senda Wasshoi Matsuri Flea Market
Relatively large flea market in Higashi Senda-machi Park next to the old Hiroshima University building. There are also food stalls and live bands performing on a little stage, which help to give the event quite a lively atmosphere. Postponed until October 22 in the event of heavy rain. To sign up to sell at the flea market Call (in Japanese) more than one week prior to the event 090-9500-6534 between 10am and 6pm and give your name and the date…
Find out more »Dubway
Heavyweight dub sounds hosted by the Jah Love is Sweeter Sound System and guests at Mugen every 3rd Friday. Regular Selecters Roots&kazuchang Jah山 DJ Ali jah93
Find out more »Takehara Shokei-no-michi Candle Festival
The streets of Takehara's beautiful Edo period historic preservation district are illuminated by bamboo candles for two nights. Photos from a previous event and a write up of the event from 2009 here. The Takehara Historic Preservation District is 15 minutes walk from Takehara JR Station The candles are lit 17:00-21:00
Find out more »Sanfrecce Hiroshima vs Urawa Reds
J League soccer action at Edion Stadium Hiroshima. Edion Stadium Seating Guide Tickets Seat Advance Gate Reserved seating SS Reserved ¥5300 ¥5900 SA Reserved ¥3700 ¥4300 Free seating Back stand (Adult) ¥2600 ¥3200 Back stand (6-18 years old) ¥1000 ¥1500 Home supporters' stand（Adult） ¥2100 ¥2600 Home supporters' stand（6-18 years old） ¥500 ¥1000 Visitors' stand（Adult） ¥2100 ¥2600 Visitors' stand（6-18 years old） ¥500 ¥1000 Scroll down to this page to see photos of the view you will get from different sections of…
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Chrysanthemum Tea Ceremony at Shukkei-en Garden
As the annual chrysanthemum viewing tea ceremony at Shukkei-en Garden is held on the November 3 Bunka-no-hi or "Culture Day" holiday, entrance to the garden is free. You can experience a tea ceremony in the beautiful Seifukan tea house or opt for the more relaxed outdoor setting. There is also large ornamental chrysanthemum display. Photo: © Shukkei-en Garden
Find out more »Ritual Fire-walking at Daigan-ji Temple, Miyajima
Impressive and elaborate ritual that culminates in priests and members of the public rushing across hot coals in front of Daigan-ji Temple, located at the exit from Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima. For more about and photos and video of this fire-walking ritual click here.
Find out more »Senda Wasshoi Matsuri Flea Market
Relatively large flea market in Higashi Senda-machi Park next to the old Hiroshima University building. There are also food stalls and live bands performing on a little stage, which help to give the event quite a lively atmosphere. Postponed until November 26 in the event of heavy rain. To sign up to sell at the flea market Call (in Japanese) more than one week prior to the event 090-9500-6534 between 10am and 6pm and give your name and the date…
Find out more »The Trunk Market
Well put together market offering high quality (though not cheap) artisanal goods, designer clothing and food and drink - local and from around the country - in the center of Hiroshima city. Cancelled in the event of rain. Check The Trunk Market Facebook Page for info about the vendors taking part.
Find out more »Momiji Maple Viewing Tea Ceremony
Momiji maple viewing tea ceremony at Shukkei-en Garden. ¥260 garden entrance fee also required. Photo: ©Shukkei-en Garden
Find out more »Fire walking ritual at Daishoin Temple
Photo: Lance Cpl. Benjamin Pryer "Hi-watari-shiki" Fire walking ritual takea place at Daishoin Temple on Miyajima twice a year on April 15 and November 15. Readings from the 8000 verse Perfection of Wisdom Sutra begin at 11am and extravagant Saito-goma rituals begin around 1pm in the temple forecourt with a purification offering to the alter and the chanting of sutras. This is followed by two Buddhist monks circling the area with swords and then shooting 7 arrows into the air…
Find out more »Senda Wasshoi Matsuri Flea Market
Relatively large flea market in Higashi Senda-machi Park next to the old Hiroshima University building. There are also food stalls and live bands performing on a little stage, which help to give the event quite a lively atmosphere. Postponed until November 26 in the event of heavy rain. To sign up to sell at the flea market Call (in Japanese) more than one week prior to the event 090-9500-6534 between 10am and 6pm and give your name and the date…
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