Megahira Hot Spring Snow Resort

January 3, 2021January 4, 2021 Paul Walsh 9177 Views 1 Comment Family-friendly, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding, Winter

Megahira is the nearest snow resort to Hiroshima city, is very family-friendly and has a big hot spring perfect for those who like to keep their pants on.

Lifestyle Shopping

The Outlets Shopping Mall

April 30, 2019April 30, 2019 jjwalsh 2463 Views 0 Comment dining, discounts, Family-friendly, game center, movies, shopping mall

If you’re looking for a refuge from the rain, heat or to find great deals on discounted brand name goods

Organic hay fed dairy cows enjoy a break

Museums & Attractions

Cadore Gelateria – Uenohara Farm

February 21, 2018April 9, 2018 jjwalsh 3219 Views 0 Comment burgers, countryside, dairy, Family-friendly, farm, gelato, higashi-hiroshima, Pizza

Organic grass-fed dairy cows on the Uenohara farm source the superb Gelato, cheese and cheesecake at Cadore.

Lifestyle Sport & Fitness

Saiki International Archery-Land

February 19, 2018April 9, 2018 jjwalsh 4711 Views 0 Comment Archery, Family-friendly, Hatsukaichi, Saiki-ku

If spending the day in a beautiful forest park shooting arrows at targets appeals, you will enjoy a trip to

Family Kids Lifestyle

Halloween Trick or Treating at Hiroshima Castle

October 16, 2016October 24, 2016 jjwalsh 3731 Views 2 Comments Family-friendly, Halloween

Families looking for kid-friendly Halloween fun in the early evening of October 31st, Halloween night this year (Monday) let’s meet-up

Lifestyle Snow resorts

Mizuho Highland [Closed]

January 20, 2016January 5, 2021 Paul Walsh 5899 Views 0 Comment Family-friendly, Ohnan, Shimane, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding, Winter

[Mizuho Highland is currently closed] Located just over the border in Shimane Prefecture in Ohnan, Mizuho Highland is one of

Museums & Attractions

Miyajima Aquarium

July 3, 2014January 4, 2016 jjwalsh 4935 Views Family-friendly, Miyajima, Seto-inland sea

The recently revamped Miyajima Aquarium (Suizo-kan) is a family-friendly activity for anyone visiting Miyajima island. Originally built in the 1980’s, it

Features Travel

Hiroshima Cruises

August 1, 2013January 4, 2016 jjwalsh 5907 Views 1 Comment cruise, Family-friendly, Hiroshima city, Seto-inland sea, sightseeing

Hiroshima’s proximity to the sea not only offers access to great seafood, but also allows us to enjoy water transportation

Dining Japanese

NoNoBudou Buffet

July 30, 2013July 30, 2013 jjwalsh 5059 Views 0 Comment buffet, Family-friendly, Naka-ku

If you like Japanese dishes and love your vegetables, you will enjoy a meal at NonoBudou 野の葡萄 “Natural Garden Terrace”.

Kids Lifestyle

BorneLund Kid-O-Kid

July 28, 2013January 30, 2017 jjwalsh 7037 Views 0 Comment Family-friendly, kids, Pacela

Play toys and fun activities for kids aged 6 months to 12 years old in the city center. The Play

Family Features

Young Americans Workshop

April 10, 2013June 27, 2015 jjwalsh 4296 Views 0 Comment Aster Plaza, Family-friendly, Hiroshima city, Kid-friendly, Naka-ku, Near Peace Park, performance, workshop

The Young Americans teach music, dance and performance to young people throughout the world. The organization, founded in 1962, is

Asian Indian

Bombay Indian Dining

March 14, 2013February 20, 2017 jjwalsh 4233 Views 0 Comment curry, Family-friendly, Indian, Ujina

Bombay Indian Dining is a great option for anyone who loves good Indian food. The atmosphere at the Ujina branch

GH Jnr Kids Lifestyle Parks and Gardens

GH junior: Senda park

February 17, 2013March 5, 2013 mangozaru 5018 Views 1 Comment Family-friendly, Kid-friendly, park, Senda

I like this park because I can throw the baseball, play soccer, run around in the field or do stomp

Asian Dining Japanese Soba & Udon

Chikara Noodle Shops

January 30, 2013September 18, 2015 jjwalsh 5087 Views 2 Comments Family-friendly, Non-smoking, noodles

“Chikara” [力 / ちから] means ‘strong’ in Japanese which has been a good fit for this popular Hiroshima chain that

Dining Italian

Mario Espresso

January 25, 2013October 21, 2016 jjwalsh 5239 Views 1 Comment casual, Family-friendly, lively, Naka-ku, special occasions

This three-floor restaurant with blue and white decor reminds of a weather-beaten boat house. The menu was revamped in 2013

Features News

Manchester United Soccer Schools Coming to Hiroshima

December 7, 2012March 7, 2017 Paul Walsh 4192 Views 0 Comment April, bilingual, camp, English spoken, Family-friendly, Kid-friendly, March, sports, spring

Do you or your friends have kids who love soccer? How do you think they would like to spend three

Cafe Japanese

Cafe Cacimu

October 6, 2012November 7, 2012 jjwalsh 3499 Views 0 Comment Asa-minami-ku, Family-friendly, Kid-friendly, Non-smoking

A great little family-friendly cafe next to Gion’s AEON shopping center in Asa-minami-ku, 20 minutes outside of the city center.

Lifestyle Shopping

Tanaka Beikokuten

October 2, 2012December 30, 2015 jjwalsh 4142 Views 0 Comment dagashi-ya, Family-friendly, kids, penny candy shop, sweets, Ushita, Wabi-Sabi

Ushita is a convenient and culturally rich suburb of Hiroshima, not far from the main JR station. Many of the back street shops have survived over the years and is a great place to explore.