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Route at a glance
This relaxed-paced 6-day itinerary uses 4 bases — Hiroshima (1 night), Hagi (2 nights), Shimonoseki (1 night), Fukuoka (2 nights) — to keep hotel changes low while covering Hiroshima, Hagi, Shimonoseki, Fukuoka. Daily spend for mid-range travelers is around ¥15,000 per person including accommodation.
Why this route is ranked #84
Ranked #84 with 68/100: a multi-stop route with more transfer time, strong Chugoku highlights (Hiroshima, Hagi, Shimonoseki), relaxed pacing for off-the-beaten-path, and good value at ¥15,000/day.
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Route Efficiency & Transit Pacing | 20.4 / 30 |
| Iconic & Cultural Depth | 17 / 25 |
| First-Timer Accessibility & Logistics | 13.6 / 20 |
| Cost-to-Value Ratio | 10.2 / 15 |
| Seasonal Flexibility | 6.8 / 10 |
| Total | 68 / 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.
Travel to Hagi
Morning transfer to Hagi (forward big luggage with takkyubin the day before). Afternoon: Samurai townscape and Hagi-yaki pottery.
Flexible day in Hagi
Free day in Hagi: revisit favourites, shop, or rest at an onsen/sento. Ideas: Samurai townscape and Hagi-yaki pottery.
Travel to Shimonoseki
Morning transfer to Shimonoseki (forward big luggage with takkyubin the day before). Afternoon: Karato Market fugu and Kanmon Strait tunnel walk.
Travel to Fukuoka
Morning transfer to Fukuoka (forward big luggage with takkyubin the day before). Afternoon: Canal City, Ohori Park, Dazaifu Tenmangu and Nakasu yatai stalls.
Flexible day in Fukuoka · depart
Free day in Fukuoka: revisit favourites, shop, or rest at an onsen/sento. Ideas: Canal City, Ohori Park, Dazaifu Tenmangu and Nakasu yatai stalls. 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 Fukuoka 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 Hagi Shimonoseki Fukuoka
Frequently asked questions
Is 6 days enough for Hiroshima, Hagi, Shimonoseki?
Yes — this plan gives Hiroshima (1 night), Hagi (2 nights), Shimonoseki (1 night), Fukuoka (2 nights), which is enough for the main highlights at a relaxed pace.
How much does this 6-day Japan trip cost?
Roughly ¥90,000 per person for 6 days (≈¥15,000/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.