Created by Kure citizens! 6 model sightseeing courses for Kure City★

Brick Street

"Brick Street" is the busiest shopping street in Kure City. It was nicknamed "Brick Street" because it was once paved with bricks. This brick street is lined with a variety of famous shops selling Kure-only meals such as "thin udon" and "gansu," traditional sweets, and souvenirs. (The shopping street is closed mainly on Tuesdays.)

"Kure High-Colored Restaurant" in the Village of Invitation

1. The hotplate tableware used by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force is packed with Kure's signature naval delicacies. This beef curry has a fruity richness reminiscent of ripe fruit and a spicy kick. 2. In the days when beef was not available, whale meat was a source of protein. This lunch includes six whale cutlets! It's a very filling meal. It also comes with soup and rice.

Navy's Restaurant Satsukiso

The Navy meal at the Navy restaurant Satsukiso is a meal that includes dishes based on recipes that were actually eaten at the time, such as the kenchinmushi sea bream dish of the first-class cruiser Atago and the Welsh small cutlet of the battleship Nagato, as well as Kure's local specialties. The final dessert is the legendary shiratama zenzai, which was supposed to be eaten on the night the battleship Yamato sank. Other Navy gourmet dishes such as meat and potatoes and whale cutlet are also available as single items.

Aoyama Club (former Kure Navy NCO meeting hall)

Aoyama Club was opened in 1903 as the Kure Naval Petty Officers Assembly Hall, a welfare facility for non-commissioned officers and sailors, and was renamed the Kure Naval Petty Officers and Enlisted Personnel Assembly Hall in 1921. In 1936, it was given its current modern appearance made of reinforced concrete, and during the war it was a popular place connecting the navy and citizens. After the war, it was used by the British Commonwealth Occupation Forces until their withdrawal in 1956. After their withdrawal, the Maritime Self-Defense Forces used it as a welfare facility and other facilities until 2017. You can currently see the exterior.

Nagasako Park (former naval cemetery)

Opened in 1890 as a burial ground for naval personnel, the site is home to gravestones for British sailors and others erected before the war, a monument to those killed in battle on the Yamato battleship, and a memorial monument praying for lasting peace. In 1986, the site was combined with city land to create Nagasako Park, covering an area of approximately 2.9 hectares, which is now visited by many people.

A hill where history can be seen

It is a representative place where you can feel the history since the establishment of Kure Naval District in 1889. You can see old naval facilities such as the Kure District Inspection Office of the Maritime Self-Defense Force (former Kure Naval District Office Building), which was built in 1906, and the remains of factories from the old naval factory era, including the dock where giant ships such as the battleship Yamato were built.

Array Karasu Kojima

Submarines and escort ships belonging to the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's Kure Base are anchored in Kure Bay, which spreads out before you, and you can also see the old torpedo lifting and lowering cranes up close. The surrounding area has a retro atmosphere with rows of brick buildings from the former naval arsenal, and the battleship Yamato was built in secrecy in a nearby dock. The name "Alley Karasukojima" comes from the name of a small island called "Karasukojima" (30-40m in circumference) in Kure Bay (filled in as a torpedo launching training ground during the Taisho era) and the English word "alley". Why not take a leisurely stroll through the alley (alley) surrounded by greenery and brick colors? If you go at sunrise or sunset, you can see the national flags of each ship and the Self-Defense Force flag being raised and lowered.

Kure City Maritime History and Science Museum (Yamato Museum)

This museum faithfully recreates the massive battleship Yamato, built in Kure, in 1/10 scale. It also displays actual artifacts such as Zero fighters and Kaiten human torpedoes. The museum introduces the history of Kure, which is synonymous with Japan's modernization since the Meiji era, and the various scientific and technological advancements, including shipbuilding and steelmaking, that formed the foundation of that modernization, while touching upon the efforts of our predecessors and the lifestyle and culture of the time.

Kure Maritime Self-Defense Force Museum (Iron Whale Museum)

You can learn more about the activities of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force by viewing the interior of the submarine "Akishio," which was actually used by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force until 2004, as well as replica minesweepers and mines on display. After your tour, you can also enjoy choosing some Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force merchandise at the well-equipped cafe and shop.

Irifuneyama Memorial Museum

This facility, which is centered around the former Kure Naval District Commander-in-Chief's official residence (designated as a national important cultural property in 1998), includes a local museum, a history and folk museum (modern document museum), and more, and allows visitors to trace the history of Kure. Together with the Kure Municipal Museum of Art, it forms the cultural zone of Irifuneyama Park. The former Kure Naval District Commander-in-Chief's official residence was restored to its original appearance after documents from its construction in 1905 were discovered, and it was designated as a national important cultural property in December 1998. The former Kure Naval Arsenal Tower Clock, one of the oldest electric parent-child impulse clocks made in Japan, which kept time together with the Kure Arsenal until the end of the war, is also preserved. Please check the website for admission fees and other information.

Cafe Wakacho

Funayado Cafe Wakacho is an old-style cafe located in Mitarai, Toyomachi, Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture (Osakishimojima). The building was a designated "boat lodge" by the Ozu and Uwajima domains during the Edo period, and was renovated to open in April 2010. You can enjoy sweets and lunch made with local specialties of Osakishimojima. You can also enjoy the ocean view from inside the cafe.

Cafe SLOW

The name SLOW reflects the restaurant's stance of creating a slow space that does not go with the flow of the rapidly changing times. The restaurant is equipped with open sofa seats, terrace seats where you can feel the sea breeze, and even a kids' room for families with children. The menu is extensive, ranging from desserts such as cakes, waffles, and homemade puddings to homemade drinks made with Setouchi lemons, pasta, and a la carte dishes, making it suitable for a wide range of occasions such as lunch, cafe, and dinner. The beach stretches out in front of the restaurant, and in the summer it becomes a bustling "beach house." There is also a BBQ hut, where you can enjoy BBQ empty-handed all year round, and in the winter it transforms into an "oyster hut"! It is very crowded with tourists from both within and outside the prefecture.

Napoleon

This restaurant has been loved by the people of Kure since it opened in 1934. You can enjoy a wonderful time in an extraordinary atmosphere, reminiscent of a bar in a movie. There is also a full-fledged food menu, which you can enjoy with a wide variety of drinks.

Coffee House Asuka

"Grilled Cheese Curry" is made by placing rice and curry in a gratin dish, topping it with cheese and breadcrumbs, and then baking it. Finally, an egg is placed in the middle to complete the dish. If you mix the hot curry and egg together while eating, it has a mild flavor. It's not spicy, so it's a popular menu item for both children and adults.

Tennin-an

You can enjoy lunch made with carefully selected ingredients, sweets, and tea. There is also a souvenir shop and boutique on the premises.

Ondo Townscape

Food stalls on Kuramoto Street

At night, food stalls line the streets, and red lanterns add color to the townscape. The friendly food stalls offer a wide variety of cuisines, from classics like ramen and oden to creative dishes, making them a place of relaxation for locals as well as tourists. The streets are also lined with azaleas in spring and ginkgo trees in autumn, which blend into the brick-like sidewalks to create a beautiful townscape. In the surrounding area, you can also enjoy shopping and sweets unique to Kure, such as Nakadori Shopping Street, where old-fashioned long-established stores and stylish shops line the streets.

Historical Hill Park

This park was built on a hill overlooking the Mitarai area, which was designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. In addition to offering a panoramic view of Mitarai, the Kurushima Strait, and the mountains of Shikoku, you can enjoy the changing scenery of the seasons from the promenade that runs through the mandarin orange orchards.

Natural Hot Springs Kurahashi Katsurahama Onsenkan

The large stone bath on the first floor has a high ceiling and a spacious Roman bath atmosphere. The large sea bath on the third floor is a bright and open bath with a tropical atmosphere. The open-air baths on the first and third floors use 100% Kurahashi Onsen water, which is pumped up from 1,650m underground and has a wide range of therapeutic properties. At the hotel restaurant, a master of Japanese cuisine will serve you dishes that incorporate the flavors of fresh Setouchi seafood and seasonal ingredients.

Kure City Toyomachi Mitarai Traditional Buildings Preservation District

Mitarai, which flourished as a port town where people waited for the tide and the wind during the Edo period, was designated by the national government as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings in 1994. Due to its small size, Mitarai has been reclaimed several times, and is now home to a mixture of large and small merchant houses, teahouses, boat lodges, shrines, temples, and other buildings, and is networked with a central village road, village connecting roads, and alleys for village life. In addition, some civil engineering structures necessary for life in a port town, such as the large wharf, stone bridges, high lanterns, stone embankments, and gangways, remain as they were at the time. Since its formation in the mid-17th century, the Mitarai district has developed over the course of the 200 years of the Edo period and into the early Showa period as a transit port for Seto Inland Sea traffic, and traces of this development remain within the village even today.

Seaweed salt making experience / Ancient salt-making ruins reconstruction exhibition hall

The Kamagari Ancient Earthenware Salt-Making Experience Facility is divided into a Moshio (seaweed) making experience facility and an ancient salt-making ruins restoration exhibition hall. The Moshio (seaweed) making experience takes between one and a half and two hours to make using earthenware and brine handmade by members of the Moshio Society. You can take home the Moshio (seaweed) you've made using your own salt. The adjacent Ancient Salt-Making Ruins Restoration Exhibition Hall has restored salt-making ruins from 1,500 years ago (the Kofun period) to 1,000 years ago (the Heian and Kamakura periods), and displays them together with a number of excavated items. There are also easy-to-understand explanations of ancient salt-making using videos and pictures. Those taking part in the Moshio-making experience should bring a drink, a towel, and gloves.

Cafe Wakacho

Funayado Cafe Wakacho is an old-style cafe located in Mitarai, Toyomachi, Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture (Osakishimojima). The building was a designated "boat lodge" by the Ozu and Uwajima domains during the Edo period, and was renovated to open in April 2010. You can enjoy sweets and lunch made with local specialties of Osakishimojima. You can also enjoy the ocean view from inside the cafe.

Tide Waiting Hall

A cafe and souvenir shop located on Tokiwacho-dori, the main street of the Mitarai district. It has a retro Showa-era atmosphere and a delicious menu of nostalgic dishes such as Showa-era Neapolitan, milkshakes, and firm puddings. Original citrus products and miscellaneous goods are available as souvenirs.

Mamena Restaurant

In the area of Kubi, where Mamena Shokudo is located, the culture of home gardening, known as notoko, still remains, and people grow the vegetables they eat themselves. They also exchange the vegetables they grow with each other, which has become a great source of strength for the local community. Recently, local people have been delivering these vegetables to Mamena Shokudo. At Mamena Shokudo, we use these freshly picked vegetables, and we think about creating menus every day with the aim of creating food that makes you healthier the more you eat it.

SEASIDE GRAMPING NEW TOBISHIMAKAN

This sea station has a restaurant, hotel, glamping, and a souvenir corner.

Shima Cafe Kitatani

Please use it as a place to disseminate local information, as a place of relaxation, and as a place for interaction between tourists and locals. We look forward to your visit and offer a selection of light meals such as delicious curry and pizza, cafe menus, and local souvenirs.

Sea Station Sannoseki

Our handmade baby sardine tempura, made with salt from Himehijiki seaweed, a specialty of Shimokamagari, is fried to order. It boasts a bouncy texture and a clean, refreshing taste. For the time being, it will only be sold on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays. (Available while supplies last) *Freshly fried from 9:30 to 16:00. We also accept orders by phone. Enjoy with our original shiso juice or Jean Lemon Squash.

Tobishima Kaido Cycling Road

The Tobishima Kaido starts from the Akinada Bridge, which connects Kawajiri-cho, Kure City and Shimokamagari Island. The Seto Inland Sea has a mild climate and beautiful scenery. The bridges that connect the islands are all unique, and include the Kamagari Bridge, Toyoshima Bridge, Toyohama Bridge, Heira Bridge, Nakano Seto Bridge, and Okamura Bridge. The Tobishima Kaido is about 80km round trip. Cyclists should try to conquer all the islands. Families and tourists should try going around one island. From the last island, Okamura Island, there are also routes to the Shimanami Kaido and Imabari, making it possible to take a long ride.

Deai no Yakata Kamagari

Located on a hill across the Kamagari Bridge, this spot offers a panoramic view of the Seto Inland Sea. It also sells local specialties, and serves as a dining and rest area and general information center. The Kuremachi Diary introduces the surrounding area.

Hill of Blessings Kamagari

Located on a hilltop with a panoramic view of the Akinada Sea and the mountain ranges of Shikoku, you can enjoy picking mandarin oranges and other activities amid the beautiful scenery of the Seto Inland Sea. You can also enjoy strawberry picking from January, and blueberry picking in the summer. There is also a herb workshop where you can experience craft making and herbal soap making, and a restaurant where you can enjoy dishes made with plenty of local ingredients, so please enjoy them as well! On weekends, an open-air market is held where fresh vegetables from Kamagari are sold, making it a place for local people to interact with each other.

Edo Port Town Exhibition Hall Otomeza

■Edo Port Town Exhibition Hall During the Edo period, the port town of Mitarai flourished as ships waited for the tide or wind. The exhibition focuses on people's "interactions" and introduces Mitarai from three perspectives: "trade" that flourished through shipping, "friendship" centered on entertainment culture, and "interaction" with patriots and foreigners at the end of the Edo period. ■Virgo Theater In 1937, as Mitarai did not have a theater, plans were made to build Virgo Theater. The building stood out as a modern theater that brought together the best of architecture. After the war, it was used as a movie theater until the 1950s, after which it was converted into a fruit sorting facility, but was restored to its current form in March 2002.

Kure City Kamagari Astronomical Observatory

This is a rare observatory in Japan where you can enjoy the starry sky while listening to the sound of the waves. It is equipped with one of the largest 42cm Maksutov telescopes in Japan, so you can enjoy stargazing to your heart's content without being disturbed by city lights. Regular observation events are held every Saturday, and other events are also held, so please check the website before visiting.

Historical Hill Park

This park was built on a hill overlooking the Mitarai area, which was designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. In addition to offering a panoramic view of Mitarai, the Kurushima Strait, and the mountains of Shikoku, you can enjoy the changing scenery of the seasons from the promenade that runs through the mandarin orange orchards.

Okamura Bridge

Okamura Ohashi Bridge is a 228m long Nielsen-Lohse bridge that connects Nakanoshima (Hiroshima Prefecture) and Okamurajima (Ehime Prefecture). It is the first bridge connecting Hiroshima Prefecture and Ehime Prefecture, and the center of the bridge is the prefectural border. There is also a sidewalk, so you can walk across it. In spring, white flowers bloom in the mandarin orange fields around the bridge, and in autumn, the mandarin oranges turn orange. Enjoy the Setouchi scenery in every season.

Chisako Pier

This stone breakwater, built in the Edo period, is located beyond Sumiyoshi Shrine along with a tall lantern. It was built in 1829 (Bunsei 12), the year before Sumiyoshi Shrine was completed, by the Hiroshima Domain as a large breakwater that was unparalleled in China. A crane and a turtle are carved into the stone at the base of the breakwater, representing dreams of eternal prosperity, along with Sumiyoshi Shrine, the god of commerce for the townspeople.

Tall lantern

The "tall lantern" in front of the approach to Sumiyoshi Shrine was donated by the village headman at the time, Kaneko Chuzaemon. Originally it was located at the tip of Chisago Wharf and was made of wood, but it was damaged in a storm and rebuilt with stone in 1832. It continued to be lit at night as a light to ensure the safe navigation of Kitamae-bune and other ships until around 1879.

Shirayuki-ro

At the end of the Edo period, a wealthy farmer from Numakuma, Yamaji Kitani, moved Hakusetsu-ro onto his estate. He converted the Kikoutei pavilion that his grandfather Shigeyoshi had run in Kurodani, Kyoto, into a two-story tower and used it as a place for the study of Chinese classics, and many Chinese scholars have visited the building. Later, in 1892, Toshinao, the 9th head of the Yorii family, who had a deep attachment to Hakusetsu-ro, moved it to Takehara and used it as his Ryushunkyo residence. It was donated to Shimokamagari town free of charge by the Takehara Yorii family (Shunpu-kan). The building's components are inscribed with ink to indicate their exact locations, and the interior is an elaborate architectural style. The Japanese-style room on the first floor with movable walls is a particularly valuable example, of which there are very few remaining today.

Kamagari Onsen Yasuragi no Yakata

This natural radon hot spring springs from 500 meters underground. You can refresh your body and mind with a different medicinal bath each day, a sauna, a jet bath, and a full-body bath using low-frequency waves. The abundant hot water and the beautiful scenery of Setouchi that spreads out before your eyes will further enhance your resort atmosphere.

Shining House/Cottage Kamagari

This is an accommodation facility located in Kenmin-no-Hama, where the beauty of the Seto Inland Sea's many islands spreads out before your eyes. The Kagayaki-no-Yakata is an all-wooden structure that exudes the warmth of wood, and all rooms offer beautiful views of the Akinada Sea. Guests can also enjoy the beach view natural hot springs in the annex Yasuragi-no-Yakata, where they can relax while taking in the scenery of the Seto Inland Sea. In addition, the tennis courts and grounds are adjacent, making it ideal for use for training and other purposes. Cottage Kamagari, where even large groups can relax, is a popular facility that can be used for a variety of purposes, including family trips, girls' nights, and workcations. There is also a dome-shaped cottage reminiscent of the Aegean Sea, and the balcony offers a panoramic view of the beach. You can enjoy a beach resort while fully experiencing the charm of nature.

Shotoen

Shotoen Garden is a lush, tranquil and lush garden with pines as its main trees, with the rapid tides of the Sannose Strait as a backdrop. The garden includes the Korean Envoys Museum, Gochiso Ichibankan, the Ceramic Museum (also known as the Old Imari Permanent Exhibition Hall), Akari no Yakata, and the Kamagari Island Guardhouse, and mainly introduces the history of Shimokamagari Island. The first-class materials related to the Korean envoys have attracted attention both in Japan and overseas, including Korea. Furthermore, the collection, which is centered on Old Imari, is a masterpiece. In addition, there are cultural facilities scattered around the area, such as the Ranshimakaku Museum of Art, the Ranshimakaku Museum of Art Annex, the Sannose Gohonjin Art and Culture Museum, the Shirayuki-ro teahouse where you can enjoy matcha tea, and the Insect House, all within walking distance. A great value set ticket that covers the entire tour is also available.

Rantouka Art Museum

Ranshimakaku Museum of Art is a majestic museum built in authentic wooden architecture. It exhibits works by artists representing modern Japanese painting, such as Yokoyama Taikan, Fukuda Heihachiro, and Minami Kunzo, as well as works by artists with ties to the local area. A special exhibition is held for each session from the collection of approximately 2,200 pieces, including Japanese paintings, oil paintings, prints, and drawings. In addition, the museum holds a Ranshimakaku Gallery Concert after closing time on the third Saturday of each month. There are two art museums in the surrounding area, as well as cultural facilities such as the Korean Embassy Museum, the Ceramics Museum, the Tea House, and the Insect House, all within walking distance. A great value set ticket that allows you to tour the museum is also available.

Kure Bay Ship Tour (Evening Kure Cruise)

When you depart from Kure Central Pier, you can get up close and personal with large ships being built at the shipyard, as well as the warships and submarines of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force. On the open deck on the second floor, you can listen to interesting explanations from a guide. In addition, the last cruise of the day operates a "special cruise" called the "Yukure Cruise." It is held every day at sunset, and you can see up close the ceremony in which the Self-Defense Force flag is lowered from a Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ship accompanied by the sound of a trumpet. Please enjoy this special cruise that you cannot experience in your everyday life.

Kure Hankyu Hotel

Blessed with the rich nature and warm climate of the Seto Inland Sea, Kure is a city that has developed with a profound history. This hotel stands at the gateway to the city with a dignified presence. As Kure's guesthouse, we offer a comfortable space, memorable flavors, and moving service with a theme of high quality.

Prefectural Citizens' Beach Restaurant Abi

The key is to stir-fry the black sesame seeds and curry powder, then simmer for a long time until the ingredients melt, creating a spicy, punchy curry that brings out the maximum flavor of the vegetables and beef.

Food stalls on Kuramoto Street

At night, food stalls line the streets, and red lanterns add color to the townscape. The friendly food stalls offer a wide variety of cuisines, from classics like ramen and oden to creative dishes, making them a place of relaxation for locals as well as tourists. The streets are also lined with azaleas in spring and ginkgo trees in autumn, which blend into the brick-like sidewalks to create a beautiful townscape. In the surrounding area, you can also enjoy shopping and sweets unique to Kure, such as Nakadori Shopping Street, where old-fashioned long-established stores and stylish shops line the streets.

Yasuura History and Folklore Museum Minami Kunzo Memorial Museum

This museum was opened in April 1985 as the Yasuura History and Folklore Museum (Minami Kunzo Memorial Museum) after renovating the birthplace and studio of Minami Kunzo, a painter who left an indelible mark on the history of modern Japanese Western-style painting, and adding a special exhibition room. Not only Minami Kunzo's works are on display, but also the art materials he used and his favorite items, allowing visitors to get a deeper understanding of his personality. The main house is estimated to have been built in the late Edo period, making it a valuable building that gives insight into the architectural style of the time. Old farm tools and folk implements are also on display, giving visitors a glimpse into the lifestyle of the time.

A hill where history can be seen

It is a representative place where you can feel the history since the establishment of Kure Naval District in 1889. You can see old naval facilities such as the Kure District Inspection Office of the Maritime Self-Defense Force (former Kure Naval District Office Building), which was built in 1906, and the remains of factories from the old naval factory era, including the dock where giant ships such as the battleship Yamato were built.

Array Karasu Kojima

Submarines and escort ships belonging to the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's Kure Base are anchored in Kure Bay, which spreads out before you, and you can also see the old torpedo lifting and lowering cranes up close. The surrounding area has a retro atmosphere with rows of brick buildings from the former naval arsenal, and the battleship Yamato was built in secrecy in a nearby dock. The name "Alley Karasukojima" comes from the name of a small island called "Karasukojima" (30-40m in circumference) in Kure Bay (filled in as a torpedo launching training ground during the Taisho era) and the English word "alley". Why not take a leisurely stroll through the alley (alley) surrounded by greenery and brick colors? If you go at sunrise or sunset, you can see the national flags of each ship and the Self-Defense Force flag being raised and lowered.

Kure City Maritime History and Science Museum (Yamato Museum)

This museum faithfully recreates the massive battleship Yamato, built in Kure, in 1/10 scale. It also displays actual artifacts such as Zero fighters and Kaiten human torpedoes. The museum introduces the history of Kure, which is synonymous with Japan's modernization since the Meiji era, and the various scientific and technological advancements, including shipbuilding and steelmaking, that formed the foundation of that modernization, while touching upon the efforts of our predecessors and the lifestyle and culture of the time.

Kure Maritime Self-Defense Force Museum (Iron Whale Museum)

You can learn more about the activities of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force by viewing the interior of the submarine "Akishio," which was actually used by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force until 2004, as well as replica minesweepers and mines on display. After your tour, you can also enjoy choosing some Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force merchandise at the well-equipped cafe and shop.

Shotoen

Shotoen Garden is a lush, tranquil and lush garden with pines as its main trees, with the rapid tides of the Sannose Strait as a backdrop. The garden includes the Korean Envoys Museum, Gochiso Ichibankan, the Ceramic Museum (also known as the Old Imari Permanent Exhibition Hall), Akari no Yakata, and the Kamagari Island Guardhouse, and mainly introduces the history of Shimokamagari Island. The first-class materials related to the Korean envoys have attracted attention both in Japan and overseas, including Korea. Furthermore, the collection, which is centered on Old Imari, is a masterpiece. In addition, there are cultural facilities scattered around the area, such as the Ranshimakaku Museum of Art, the Ranshimakaku Museum of Art Annex, the Sannose Gohonjin Art and Culture Museum, the Shirayuki-ro teahouse where you can enjoy matcha tea, and the Insect House, all within walking distance. A great value set ticket that covers the entire tour is also available.

Kure Municipal Museum of Art

Located in Irifuneyama Park, surrounded by natural forest, this museum has one basement floor and two aboveground floors. Its exterior, with its Japanese tiled hipped roof and brick-colored hexagonal tiles, blends beautifully with the surrounding greenery. The museum houses 919 works by famous Japanese and international artists, including Bourdelle's Hercules Shooting an Archer and Renoir's Girl with a Straw Hat, and holds exhibitions of its collection three times a year and several special exhibitions. Museum Street, with its beautiful harmony between the red brick tree-lined avenue and 18 sculptures, has been selected as one of Japan's 100 Best Roads and has also been awarded the Handmade Local Award, making it a popular place for strolling and relaxation.

Irifuneyama Memorial Museum

This facility, which is centered around the former Kure Naval District Commander-in-Chief's official residence (designated as a national important cultural property in 1998), includes a local museum, a history and folk museum (modern document museum), and more, and allows visitors to trace the history of Kure. Together with the Kure Municipal Museum of Art, it forms the cultural zone of Irifuneyama Park. The former Kure Naval District Commander-in-Chief's official residence was restored to its original appearance after documents from its construction in 1905 were discovered, and it was designated as a national important cultural property in December 1998. The former Kure Naval Arsenal Tower Clock, one of the oldest electric parent-child impulse clocks made in Japan, which kept time together with the Kure Arsenal until the end of the war, is also preserved. Please check the website for admission fees and other information.

Brick Street

"Brick Street" is the busiest shopping street in Kure City. It was nicknamed "Brick Street" because it was once paved with bricks. This brick street is lined with a variety of famous shops selling Kure-only meals such as "thin udon" and "gansu," traditional sweets, and souvenirs. (The shopping street is closed mainly on Tuesdays.)

Kure Bay Ship Tour (Evening Kure Cruise)

When you depart from Kure Central Pier, you can get up close and personal with large ships being built at the shipyard, as well as the warships and submarines of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force. On the open deck on the second floor, you can listen to interesting explanations from a guide. In addition, the last cruise of the day operates a "special cruise" called the "Yukure Cruise." It is held every day at sunset, and you can see up close the ceremony in which the Self-Defense Force flag is lowered from a Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ship accompanied by the sound of a trumpet. Please enjoy this special cruise that you cannot experience in your everyday life.

Kure Hankyu Hotel

Blessed with the rich nature and warm climate of the Seto Inland Sea, Kure is a city that has developed with a profound history. This hotel stands at the gateway to the city with a dignified presence. As Kure's guesthouse, we offer a comfortable space, memorable flavors, and moving service with a theme of high quality.

All Cafe x Tanita Cafe Kure store

Achieve a healthy and well-balanced diet through "delicious meals you want to eat anytime." Enjoy a variety of dishes that will please both your body and mind, combining the menu and know-how of Tanita Cafe with the essence of All Cafe, which was established by a dispensing pharmacy.

Minatomachi Coffee Shop

We use beef tendons that are full of collagen, which women love, and season them with a Chinese-style base, and finish them off with Kuroshio's unique secret ingredient, a Hiroshima-flavored ingredient.

Coffee House Asuka

"Grilled Cheese Curry" is made by placing rice and curry in a gratin dish, topping it with cheese and breadcrumbs, and then baking it. Finally, an egg is placed in the middle to complete the dish. If you mix the hot curry and egg together while eating, it has a mild flavor. It's not spicy, so it's a popular menu item for both children and adults.

Food stalls on Kuramoto Street

At night, food stalls line the streets, and red lanterns add color to the townscape. The friendly food stalls offer a wide variety of cuisines, from classics like ramen and oden to creative dishes, making them a place of relaxation for locals as well as tourists. The streets are also lined with azaleas in spring and ginkgo trees in autumn, which blend into the brick-like sidewalks to create a beautiful townscape. In the surrounding area, you can also enjoy shopping and sweets unique to Kure, such as Nakadori Shopping Street, where old-fashioned long-established stores and stylish shops line the streets.

A hill where history can be seen

It is a representative place where you can feel the history since the establishment of Kure Naval District in 1889. You can see old naval facilities such as the Kure District Inspection Office of the Maritime Self-Defense Force (former Kure Naval District Office Building), which was built in 1906, and the remains of factories from the old naval factory era, including the dock where giant ships such as the battleship Yamato were built.

Array Karasu Kojima

Submarines and escort ships belonging to the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's Kure Base are anchored in Kure Bay, which spreads out before you, and you can also see the old torpedo lifting and lowering cranes up close. The surrounding area has a retro atmosphere with rows of brick buildings from the former naval arsenal, and the battleship Yamato was built in secrecy in a nearby dock. The name "Alley Karasukojima" comes from the name of a small island called "Karasukojima" (30-40m in circumference) in Kure Bay (filled in as a torpedo launching training ground during the Taisho era) and the English word "alley". Why not take a leisurely stroll through the alley (alley) surrounded by greenery and brick colors? If you go at sunrise or sunset, you can see the national flags of each ship and the Self-Defense Force flag being raised and lowered.

Kure City Maritime History and Science Museum (Yamato Museum)

This museum faithfully recreates the massive battleship Yamato, built in Kure, in 1/10 scale. It also displays actual artifacts such as Zero fighters and Kaiten human torpedoes. The museum introduces the history of Kure, which is synonymous with Japan's modernization since the Meiji era, and the various scientific and technological advancements, including shipbuilding and steelmaking, that formed the foundation of that modernization, while touching upon the efforts of our predecessors and the lifestyle and culture of the time.

Kure Maritime Self-Defense Force Museum (Iron Whale Museum)

You can learn more about the activities of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force by viewing the interior of the submarine "Akishio," which was actually used by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force until 2004, as well as replica minesweepers and mines on display. After your tour, you can also enjoy choosing some Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force merchandise at the well-equipped cafe and shop.

Irifuneyama Memorial Museum

This facility, which is centered around the former Kure Naval District Commander-in-Chief's official residence (designated as a national important cultural property in 1998), includes a local museum, a history and folk museum (modern document museum), and more, and allows visitors to trace the history of Kure. Together with the Kure Municipal Museum of Art, it forms the cultural zone of Irifuneyama Park. The former Kure Naval District Commander-in-Chief's official residence was restored to its original appearance after documents from its construction in 1905 were discovered, and it was designated as a national important cultural property in December 1998. The former Kure Naval Arsenal Tower Clock, one of the oldest electric parent-child impulse clocks made in Japan, which kept time together with the Kure Arsenal until the end of the war, is also preserved. Please check the website for admission fees and other information.

Kamegakubi Launch Site

Located on the eastern end of Kurahashi Island in the southern part of Kure City, this is the site of a firing test site where the cannons of the battleship Yamato were tested. Remains of measuring stations, inspection stations, piers, and other structures built as a naval fortress area remain. In 1900, the navy established a cannon firing test site (Kamegakubi Cannon Firing Site) on Kurahashi Island. The Kamegakubi Cannon Firing Site played an important role in realizing the domestic production of weapons, especially large-caliber cannons, and tests of the 46-cm cannons mounted on the Yamato-class battleships were also conducted there.

Seaside Katsuragahamaso

Established in 1972, the Setouchi scenery outside the windows is just as beautiful as it was back then. We strive to provide a natural hospitality that will make you want to come back again. The attached book cafe, "Seaside Cafe ALPHA," is also very popular.

Minatomachi Coffee Shop

We use beef tendons that are full of collagen, which women love, and season them with a Chinese-style base, and finish them off with Kuroshio's unique secret ingredient, a Hiroshima-flavored ingredient.

Tennin-an

You can enjoy lunch made with carefully selected ingredients, sweets, and tea. There is also a souvenir shop and boutique on the premises.

Ondo Seto Park

This park offers a magnificent view of the "Ondo Strait," said to have been opened by Taira no Kiyomori, and the beautiful crimson arch bridge, "Ondo Ohashi." From late March to early April, you can enjoy about 2,300 cherry trees, and from late April to early May, about 8,300 azaleas.

Katsurahama

A pine forest with deep greenery and a white sandy beach stretches out at the western foot of the central volcano in Kurahashi Town. It is an ancient scenic spot where Oishi Minomaro, an envoy to Silla, is said to have stayed overnight here and composed eight poems for the fifteenth volume of the Manyoshu, and a monument to the poem, the Manyoshu Ruins Nagato Island Monument, remains. The area has been selected as one of the "100 Best White Sands and Green Pines in Japan" and "100 Best Beaches in Japan," and the spectacular scenery described in the poem still retains the same charm as it did in the past.

Volcano

This mountain is 408m above sea level and is located in the center of Kurahashi Island, the southernmost point of Hiroshima Prefecture. Long ago, this mountain was a key point for ships in the Seto Inland Sea, and a fire was lit at the summit, which served as a lighthouse, hence the name "Hiyama (Volcano)." There is a large rock at the top, and standing on top of it offers a 360-degree view, making it a spectacular spot where you can see the islands floating in the Seto Inland Sea as well as the mountains of the Shikoku Mountains in the distance.

Array Karasu Kojima

Submarines and escort ships belonging to the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's Kure Base are anchored in Kure Bay, which spreads out before you, and you can also see the old torpedo lifting and lowering cranes up close. The surrounding area has a retro atmosphere with rows of brick buildings from the former naval arsenal, and the battleship Yamato was built in secrecy in a nearby dock. The name "Alley Karasukojima" comes from the name of a small island called "Karasukojima" (30-40m in circumference) in Kure Bay (filled in as a torpedo launching training ground during the Taisho era) and the English word "alley". Why not take a leisurely stroll through the alley (alley) surrounded by greenery and brick colors? If you go at sunrise or sunset, you can see the national flags of each ship and the Self-Defense Force flag being raised and lowered.

Kure City Maritime History and Science Museum (Yamato Museum)

This museum faithfully recreates the massive battleship Yamato, built in Kure, in 1/10 scale. It also displays actual artifacts such as Zero fighters and Kaiten human torpedoes. The museum introduces the history of Kure, which is synonymous with Japan's modernization since the Meiji era, and the various scientific and technological advancements, including shipbuilding and steelmaking, that formed the foundation of that modernization, while touching upon the efforts of our predecessors and the lifestyle and culture of the time.

Natural Hot Springs Kurahashi Katsurahama Onsenkan

The large stone bath on the first floor has a high ceiling and a spacious Roman bath atmosphere. The large sea bath on the third floor is a bright and open bath with a tropical atmosphere. The open-air baths on the first and third floors use 100% Kurahashi Onsen water, which is pumped up from 1,650m underground and has a wide range of therapeutic properties. At the hotel restaurant, a master of Japanese cuisine will serve you dishes that incorporate the flavors of fresh Setouchi seafood and seasonal ingredients.