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Route at a glance
This moderate-paced 4-day itinerary uses 3 bases — Hiroshima (2 nights), Miyajima (Hatsukaichi) (1 night), Onomichi (1 night) — to keep hotel changes low while covering Hiroshima, Miyajima (Hatsukaichi), Onomichi. Daily spend for mid-range travelers is around ¥16,000 per person including accommodation.
Why this route is ranked #35
Ranked #35 with 86/100: a multi-stop route with more transfer time, strong Chugoku highlights (Hiroshima, Miyajima (Hatsukaichi), Onomichi), moderate pacing for short trips, and good value at ¥16,000/day.
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Route Efficiency & Transit Pacing | 25.8 / 30 |
| Iconic & Cultural Depth | 21.5 / 25 |
| First-Timer Accessibility & Logistics | 17.2 / 20 |
| Cost-to-Value Ratio | 12.9 / 15 |
| Seasonal Flexibility | 8.6 / 10 |
| Total | 86 / 100 |
Day-by-day plan
Arrive in Hiroshima
Arrive, pick up an IC card and settle in. Easy first afternoon: Peace Memorial Park & Museum, Shukkei-en and okonomiyaki.
Flexible day in Hiroshima
Free day in Hiroshima: revisit favourites, shop, or rest at an onsen/sento. Ideas: Peace Memorial Park & Museum, Shukkei-en and okonomiyaki.
Travel to Miyajima (Hatsukaichi)
Morning transfer to Miyajima (Hatsukaichi) (forward big luggage with takkyubin the day before). Afternoon: Itsukushima Shrine floating torii, Mt. Misen ropeway and Omotesando snacks.
Travel to Onomichi · depart
Morning transfer to Onomichi (forward big luggage with takkyubin the day before). Afternoon: Temple Walk and the Shimanami Kaido cycling route. Head to the airport in the afternoon.
Transport & rail pass notes
Use an IC card (Suica/ICOCA) for local trains and buses. Point-to-point tickets are usually cheaper than a JR Pass for this route.
What to book ahead
- Hotels in peak sakura (late Mar–early Apr) and koyo (Nov) seasons
- Shinkansen seats on weekends & holidays
- Signature experiences in Hiroshima
Ways to adapt this route
- Short on time? Drop Onomichi and add a night to Hiroshima.
- Travelling in winter? Check seasonal closures for mountain roads and ropeways.
- Use our Itinerary Builder tool to customise this plan.
Hiroshima Hatsukaichi Onomichi
Frequently asked questions
Is 4 days enough for Hiroshima, Miyajima (Hatsukaichi), Onomichi?
Yes — this plan gives Hiroshima (2 nights), Miyajima (Hatsukaichi) (1 night), Onomichi (1 night), which is enough for the main highlights at a moderate pace.
How much does this 4-day Japan trip cost?
Roughly ¥64,000 per person for 4 days (≈¥16,000/day) excluding international flights.
Do I need a JR Pass for this itinerary?
Enter your legs in our JR Pass Calculator; single tickets or regional passes are often cheaper.
When is the best time to do this route?
Late March–May and October–November for the best weather.