2025 Takehara Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in October)

#September Good Places 2025 A must-visit photo hotspot in September! Rabbit lovers must make a visit to Hiroshima's bunny island - Okunoshima🐰! This place used to be a rabbit experiment and left behind a lot of little rabbits. It has been designated as a protected area by the Japan Environment Agency🌿. Remember not to feed the rabbits! There are so many cute little rabbits to take pictures with you, it's really healing! There are resort hotels 🏨 on the island, which is perfect for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and relax on vacation! I chose to stay for one night to feel the romance of watching the sunset🌅 with the bunny~ The resort buffet breakfast and dinner is very rich, if you are not staying you can go to the cafe to try an after-afternoon snack or meal, super convenient! You can also rent bicycles here to ride around the island🚲, so it's easy to visit all the major attractions on the island~ In addition to the photo bunnies, don’t miss the Okunoshima Gas Museum to learn more about the historical background of the island (Address: Okuno Island, Tadami-cho, Takehara, Hiroshima, opening hours 9:00-16:00) At night, you can also chill with your bunny and watch the sunset. It's really beautiful to take pictures🤩! #Hiroshima Travel ##Okunoshima

Ōkunoshima おおくのしま The hopping bunnies are waiting for you on the island. It takes about an hour to walk around the island, and along the way, bunnies will occasionally hop over to you. They are incredibly cute! The bunnies are not very shy and might even stand on your feet. Their tiny paws are just too adorable! 🥺 You can also rent bicycles on the island, but walking is quite pleasant. Before coming to Ōkunoshima, remember to buy some leafy greens or rabbit food. There is also food available for purchase at the ticket counter near Tadanoumi Port. It takes about two and a half hours to get from Hiroshima City to Tadanoumi Port, so it's recommended to visit Ōkunoshima in the morning and then head to Onomichi in the afternoon for a stroll.

The ultimate power spot, Rabbit Island🐇🤍 It's a small island that can be reached by ferry in about 15 minutes from Tadanoumi Port, which is about 30 minutes by car from Hiroshima Airport👒 Tadanoumi Port is already cute before boarding the ferry🥺💗 There are lots of rabbits, such as pink postboxes, rabbit-shaped mirrors, and manholes with rabbit pictures on them, so be sure to look for them😆🫧 The ferry costs 360 yen one way, and you can purchase tickets only in cash from the ticket machine✍️ After a quick voyage to Okunoshima, I walked along the sea and found my first rabbit🐰💞 I was so absorbed in feeding the cabbage I brought with me that I found rabbits everywhere👀✨ About 15 minutes' walk from the pier where the ferry arrived, you will find the first rabbit in the photo. There are rabbit ear sound collectors🐇 It's super cute and famous as a photo spot, but when you put your ear to it, you can hear the sounds of nature, such as the sea, the wind, and the chirping of birds𖤣𖥧𖥣𖡡𖥧𖤣 I heard that cabbage is popular for rabbit food, so I brought it with me, but rabbit food (like flakes) can be purchased near the ferry ticket machine at Tadami Port🎵 Recently, the number of crows has increased because of food left behind by tourists, and the rabbits have been attacked by the crows, so the rabbit population has decreased, and I actually encountered a rabbit covered in wounds😔😔 It's very sad, isn't it😢 If you go, please be sure to follow the manners and take care of both nature and rabbits😌🍀 #HiroshimaTourism#Okunoshima #RemoteIsland #Rabbit #777

Okunoshima should be a holy land in the minds of many rabbit slaves, at least that’s what I saw and felt during this trip. Even though it is an isolated island, the transportation is not convenient, and the crowds of pilgrims still rush to it. Okunoshima is one of the many islands in the Seto Inland Sea of ​​Hiroshima. It is about 3 kilometers offshore from Tadami Town, Takehara City. This place is a small and remote fishing port and is known as the "island that disappeared from the map". To get here, in addition to driving like we did, use the "Kansai Metropolitan Railway PASS" to take the Shinkansen to Okayama/Hiroshima, then transfer to the Kure Line train from Mihara and get off at Tadakai Station Zhonghai Port is a very secluded small fishing port. Many tourists like us are waiting for the boat here at 10:30 in the morning. When boarding the boat, you can board the boat and find your own seat by showing your ticket. Sitting outside is comfortable but there is a smell of oil smoke. . Kunoshima was the site of Japan's chemical weapons/poison gas factory during World War II. Rabbits were indeed used for experiments at that time. However, all the experimental rabbits were culled and destroyed after the war, leaving it as an uninhabited island for a while. Later, a national holiday was established. village. 8 rabbits were also introduced from outside the island. Unexpectedly, they multiplied quickly and there were hundreds of rabbits running around on the island. However, I only saw about 200 rabbits after walking half of the island. It seems that rabbits are all over the island. Almost 100,000 tourists visit the island every year to see rabbits, and it is now designated as part of the Seto Inland Sea National Park. However, in fact, the facilities on the entire island are quite beautiful, almost maintaining most of their original state. Except for the Poison Gas Memorial Hall, the Visitor Center and the National Leisure Village, it is basically green forests and sandy areas. The coastline is about 4.3 kilometers long. There are actually very few tourists like us who walked through 1/2 of the island (we stayed here for 4 hours). First of all, as soon as you get on the island, you will find the visitor center and a very big tree. Almost 1/3 of the rabbits on the island will hide here. They are also very smart and know that tourists will arrive directly here when they get off the boat, so they will all jump in when they see tourists. Come up! However, although many people come to see the rabbits, very few go to the forest at the back. In fact, the rabbits in the back are hungrier, because most of the tourists have finished feeding the food in front, and there are very few tourists who go to the back. , so the rabbits behind you will jump out from everywhere when they hear the sound of someone's footsteps and bags. If they are hungry, they will jump on you XD and keep running with you. It is recommended that you try half/one circle around the island. #日本Travel #Hiroshima #大kunoshima There will be a pavilion at any time where you can relax and enjoy the sea view. It is a good place to get along with nature. It's a pity that the road to and from the observatory was blocked this time, so I couldn't climb up to get a bird's eye view of the entire island. Before heading to "Okunoshima", we strongly recommend that you buy rabbit food first Because as long as you have food, you can become the rabbit king of the island. Wherever you go, rabbits will jump around and surround you. The most recommended food for rabbits is cabbage. It’s very cheap to buy one in the supermarket and you can peel it by hand. If you buy carrots, you have to cut them into small strips, which is more troublesome for tourists. And another advantage of cabbage is that you can feed it with your hands, so you don’t have to worry about being bitten, and you can also seize the time to take a close-up photo of the rabbit.

Here is a list of the recommended islands from around Japan where you can enjoy art that I've been to so far! ✨ Please enjoy touring the art on the islands♡ ① #Shodoshima ② #Sakushima ③ #Omishima ④ #Naoshima ⑤ #Ikuchijima ⑥ #Sarushima ⑦ #Okunoshima I hope this will be helpful for your autumn trip🍁 #islandtrip #outdoors #island

Kamogawaso, a hotel with a taste of Takehara, Hiroshima Prefecture It is located in a place surrounded by mountains and rich in nature. All the dishes made with seasonal ingredients were delicious, and the rooms were spacious and lovely. There was all-you-can-drink sake, a beautiful lobby, and a garden, so one day was not enough to enjoy it all. I would like to stay here again when I come to Hiroshima. #Takehara

A preservation district in Takehara, Hiroshima Prefecture It's lined with old-fashioned verandas and buildings. It's said to have been the setting for the movie Rurouni Kenshin! The townscape has a quaint atmosphere, so it's been used as a filming location for many movies. There are also teahouses, so you can take a break. #Takehara

Okunoshima is famous as the island of rabbits. To get to Okunoshima, take a ferry from Tadanoumi Port. Tadanoumi Port has a stylish cafe and shop. They have a wide selection of rabbit-related goods, and they're all so cute💕 After you've arrived at Okunoshima, you can also buy food to feed the rabbits here. It's not sold on the island, so we recommend buying it here! Access: 1-2-1 Nakamachi Tadanoumi, Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture (3 minutes on foot from Tadanoumi Station #Remote Island Trip #Remote Island Tourism #Hiroshima #Okunoshima

Okunoshima in Hiroshima Prefecture is known as the "Rabbit Island" because of the large number of rabbits on the island. There are more than 1,000 of them! When you cycle or walk around the island, you can see wild rabbits everywhere✨ You can feed them with designated food and interact with them🐇 I was soothed by playing with the cute rabbits💕 Access: Okunoshima, Tadanoumi-cho, Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture (15 minutes by ferry from Tadanoumi Port) #Remote Island Trip #Remote Island Tourism #Hiroshima #Okunoshima

#外游#日本游#日本 Okunoshima is one of the islands in the Geiyo Islands in the Seto Inland Sea, Japan. It is located in Tadami Town, Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture. Due to the warm and comfortable weather on the island and the lack of natural enemies, the rabbits can safely raise a large rabbit family here🐰🐰 Today, hundreds of rabbits live here Friends who like 🐰🐰 must go 😍😍 transportation There is a free shuttle bus 🚌 service from the pier to Okunoshima Resort

#mytraveldiary One of the most popular and scary uninhabited islands in the world, this deserted place was a weapon hotspot during first half of the twentieth century. The ferry scheduled to depart from Tadanoumi Port at 4:20pm was delayed so we didn't arrive at Okunoshima Pier No. 2 until after 5pm. From the pier, we took a free bus to Kyukamura and headed there. It was also about a 10-minute walk to Kyukamura. After passing the campsite, we started to see rabbits on the side of the road, and the little kids let out cheers. When we arrived at Kyukamura, there were already rabbits everywhere in the open and comfortable square in front of us, so we were able to fully achieve our purpose in visiting the island. However, perhaps because of the day and time we visited, many of the rabbits were not very keen on the food, but even at the very end of the day when it was crowded with people on the holiday, the rabbits still came near to people and ate their food well, so we were grateful for their hospitality, or rather their appetite. The white rabbit and the baby rabbits were the cutest among the many rabbits. I was planning to return at 18:20 and arrived at the pier five minutes early, but the boat was full and I ended up waiting for an hour. The advice from others that you should arrive at the pier 20 minutes before your intended return time was spot on, as long as it's on a holiday. It was an open and natural place reminiscent of a tropical resort, so instead of just seeing the rabbits and heading home, I would definitely like to stay the night at the Kyuka Mura next time I have the chance. Location: Takehara, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan

What does it feel like to be surrounded by hundreds of rabbits? A trip to Okunoshima Island will surely give you a full experience. This hidden gem in Hiroshima, Japan, is easily accessible by taking the JR train to Tadanoumi Station, walking five minutes to Tadanoumi Port, and then purchasing a ferry ticket to reach this rabbit-filled island. If you don't have cabbage or carrots with you, don't worry—rabbit feed is available for purchase at Tadanoumi Port. For children, this place feels like an open zoo without fences. As soon as the ferry docks, groups of rabbits will gather at the port, eagerly watching every passenger disembark. Simply take out some leaves or feed, and the rabbits will surround you, even hopping onto your lap with adorable expressions, waiting to be fed. The entire Okunoshima Island is not very large; it takes about an hour to walk around. Besides feeding the rabbits, you can also enjoy beautiful sea views, cliffs, and coastal scenery. During World War II, this island was a secret base for the Japanese military to manufacture chemical weapons. After the war, the Allied forces dismantled the facilities, and the island was evacuated. It wasn't until the 1960s that the island was developed into a resort, and the rabbit population once reached nearly a thousand. 📍Address: Tadanoumicho, Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, 729-2311, Japan 🚗 By JR: Take the Shinkansen to Mihara, transfer to a local line to Tadanoumi, then walk to Tadanoumi Port and take a ferry to Okunoshima Island. @trip.com_tw Download the Trip.com app and search "FamilyTravel" on the homepage to explore family travel recommendations and exclusive deals!

#trip A top choice for family getaways Okunoshima, located in the Seto Inland Sea off Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, is known as "Rabbit Island." Home to over a thousand wild rabbits, they gradually proliferated after World War II and are now a major attraction. The island is small, and a circular walk takes about an hour. The tranquil environment is free from the hustle and bustle of the city, offering only the sea breeze, forest trails, and flocks of docile rabbits. Okunoshima holds a special charm for family trips. As soon as children disembark from the boat, they'll see flocks of rabbits running around. When you offer carrots or feed, the rabbits approach one by one, even cautiously squatting at your feet. This "surrounded" atmosphere is truly magical, like a fairytale world for children, allowing them to experience gentle interactions with the animals. The overall atmosphere is warm and soothing, offering adults a sense of escape from the everyday, while children are filled with wonder and laughter. Such scenes are not only perfect for photo opportunities but also offer children an unforgettable natural experience. @trip.com_tw Download the Trip.com app and search for "Family Travel" on the homepage. View recommended family travel experiences and exclusive deals!

Takehara, Hiroshima Okunoshima Island🐇 Okunoshima Island, floating in the Seto Inland Sea, is a soothing spot also known as "Rabbit Island." Approximately 900 rabbits live freely here, and as you walk along the path, you'll be greeted by their fluffy faces.🐇💕 Reach out and they'll come and approach you, feed you, and even take photos with you. It's like being transported to a storybook world. The laid-back island life and adorable rabbits will warm your heart. ✨ A must-see spot for sightseeing in Hiroshima. 🌿🌊 Okunoshima Island 📍Tadaumi-cho, Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture 🚃 Approximately 25 minutes on the JR Kure Line, get off at Tadami Station. 🚢 Approximately 15 minutes by ferry from Tadami Port. 🕐 Approximately one ferry per hour (check the timetable). #TravelWithPochiKatsu

#SeptemberDestinations2025 #Hiroshima #Okunoshima #Rabbit #Seto Inland Sea Scenery Surrounded by the Seto Inland Sea and fluffy bunnies, Kyukan Okunoshima Address: Okunoshima, Tadami-cho, Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture Transportation: JR/Shinkansen Mihara Station - Take a ferry from Mihara Port (ferry service from Mihara Port only on Saturdays and Sundays) or JR Tadami Station - Take a ferry from Tadami Port Pros: * All rooms face the sea, offering stunning views * The room is spacious, with a porch, perfect for two people with two luggage unpacked * A large public bath with hot spring baths * Both dinner and breakfast are buffets, and I think the dishes are quite good for a small island, with a wide variety and delicious flavors. * Waking up and seeing bunnies as soon as you walk out the door is a true bliss. * The front desk staff is friendly and patient. Cons: * Inconvenient transportation, a bit remote, and a ferry ride is required. * Price is not cheap (It's a one-night, two-meal plan.) * There are no convenience stores on the island, so the only food options at night are drinks and ice cream from vending machines. * There's nowhere to go on the island at night, so I had to go to bed early and get up early. Overall Review: Highly recommended for rabbit lovers. It's a very relaxing experience, and the hotel's facilities and food are above average. I especially recommend bringing your own rabbit feed, as it's not sold on the island, nor at Mihara Station. They do sell it at Tadami Station, but the bags are very small and only contain a small amount. You'll run out of feed within 100 meters of walking around the island. (I also saw Japanese people, presumably locals, bringing a bag of feed onto the island in a ziplock bag.)

during my trip at Rabbit Island !!! 🫶🏻#historicallandmarks

Located at Takehara Port, Takehara Umi-no-Eki is the starting point for exploring the Seto Inland Sea and a key hub for sightseeing and exchange. ✨ The first-floor shop sells fresh seafood, locally processed goods, and crafts, overflowing with Takehara souvenirs. 🎁 It's a great place to pick up travel memories or gifts. 🛍️ The third-floor ocean-view restaurant offers a lunch featuring Togeshita beef and Setouchi seafood. Enjoy a leisurely meal while gazing at the ships and the sea. 🍽️🐟 In addition, the restaurant occasionally hosts marine events, morning markets, and fishing experiences, allowing you to fully experience the local vitality and warmth. ❤️ This is also the ferry terminal to Osaki Kamijima, making it a perfect starting point for sightseeing in the Setouchi Inland Sea! Come to Takehara and experience the charm of nature and local specialties! ✨🐰 Store Name: Takehara Umi-no-Eki Address: 4-2-24 Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture Hours: 1st Floor Shop & Light Meals → 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM 3rd Floor Restaurant → 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last order at 4:00 PM) Access: Approximately 5 minutes by bus from JR Takehara Station

Located in Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, the "Takehara Historic Preservation District" is a town that flourished during the Edo period thanks to its salt production industry. Known as "Aki's Little Kyoto," it still retains its historical charm. The streets are lined with traditional houses featuring sturdy lattice windows and white plaster walls, making you feel as if you've stepped into a period drama just by walking through. 🎐 When you visit, you'll find a serene and tranquil atmosphere, with plenty of attractions such as historical buildings, museums, and the renowned Taketsuru Sake Brewery. The locals are incredibly friendly, and the cafes and okonomiyaki restaurants you stop by during your journey warmly welcome you. 🍵 At night, the "Bamboo Light" event is sometimes held, where the town is illuminated with magical lights, creating a breathtaking scene. It's a perfect spot for couples to stroll, but also a place where solo travelers can find peace and relaxation. ✨ Access is convenient, with a 15-minute walk from JR Kure Line's Takehara Station or about a 25-minute drive from Hiroshima Airport. There's also parking available at the Roadside Station Takehara, making it ideal for road trips. [1] Why not spend a tranquil moment in the historic and picturesque streets of Takehara?

#AbsolutelyFreeTrip Okunoshima, located in Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, is a world-famous, relaxing spot known as "Rabbit Island," home to over 900 rabbits. The moment you step onto the island, you'll be greeted with a smile as you see the bunnies hopping around from all directions. 🐰🌿 When you visit, you'll find the rabbits are friendly and will immediately come over if you bring them food. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the island, soaking up the fluffy fur and round eyes. The island is also rich in nature, and the views from the seaside promenade and observation deck are breathtaking. The island was once home to a poison gas factory, so you can also spend time reflecting on peace at the Okunoshima Poison Gas Museum. This unique island trip combines healing and learning. Access is via Tadanoumi Port, about a 5-minute walk from JR Tadanoumi Station, followed by a 15-minute ferry ride. Since the island is easily accessible on foot, sneakers are recommended. While a day trip is plenty of fun, there are also accommodations available, so you can stay overnight and spend time with the rabbits. Why not spend a relaxing holiday on Okunoshima, surrounded by fluffy, soothing creatures and tranquil nature? Domestic Travel #CouplesTrip #SoloTravel #Okunoshima #RabbitIsland #RelaxingTrip #TakeharaTourism #SetoInlandSea #AnimalInteraction

🌟Tips: 🌟Bring carrots or vegetables from the city might be more affordable 🌟This is very kids/ family friendly if you are bring your small humans with you 🌟Can be very sunny and hot, water bottles & sunscreen If you're exploring the Hiroshima area, you absolutely must add Okunoshima, affectionately known as "Rabbit Island," to your itinerary. Get ready for an experience that's as adorable as it is fascinating! Just a short ferry ride from Tadanoumi Port, this small island is home to hundreds of friendly, free-roaming rabbits. As soon as you step off the ferry, you'll be greeted by a flurry of furry friends eager for a snack (remember to bring some rabbit-safe food with you!). It's an absolute joy to watch them hop around, interact with visitors, and even gently nibble food right from your hand. The sheer number of rabbits is incredible, creating a truly unique and heartwarming atmosphere. Beyond the adorable bunnies, Okunoshima has a poignant history as a former poison gas factory site, with remnants of its past still visible. There's a museum that offers a sobering look into this darker side, providing a powerful contrast to the island's current charming inhabitants. It's a place that offers both delightful animal encounters and a moment for reflection. An unforgettable day trip that's perfect for families and anyone looking for a truly unique Japanese adventure! #familytrip #familyfriendly #rabbit #hiroshimanearby #hiromashima

Takehara City, located along the Seto Inland Sea in Hiroshima Prefecture, is a charming town often referred to as "Little Kyoto of Aki." The "Takehara Historic District," lined with traditional architecture from the Edo period, offers a serene space where history and culture come alive. With its white-walled storehouses, lattice-doored townhouses, and stone-paved streets, every corner of this area feels like a picturesque scene from the past, giving visitors the sensation of stepping back in time. Designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, it is also known as a filming location for movies and TV dramas. 📍 Honmachi 3-chome, Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture

A soba restaurant located in Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture✨ Despite being made from 100% buckwheat, the soba has a remarkable clarity🥢 The broth, tempura, and soba-yu are all delicious. I’d love to visit again during my next trip to Hiroshima☺️ --------------------------------------------- 📍3-9-1 Honmachi, Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture 🕰️11:00-14:00 🏷️ Closed: Tuesday ---------------------------------------------

The interior of the cafe is a lovely cafe with high ceilings and all-glass windows, where you can see the Seto Inland Sea and the beauty of the islands ☕️ It's recommended because you can spend a relaxing time in an extraordinary space with jazz and bossa nova playing!! ! -------------------------------------------- 📍3-4-10 Tadami Nagahama, Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture 🕰️11:00-18:00 🏷️ closed : Mon ------------------------------------------- #Absolutely free trip #Hiroshima sightseeing #Hiroshima cafe

While it's wonderful to reflect on peace at Hiroshima Station and enjoy the city, why not try experiencing Hiroshima in a slightly different way? Spending several days on the Seto Inland Sea islands allows you to truly appreciate the charm of the place and its people. 📍Travel Overview Historical streets and a slow-paced life on the Seto Inland Sea islands 🚩Route Hiroshima Airport → Takehara Historical Preservation District → Kure → Kurahashi Island → Seto Inland Sea Life 🏖️Scenic Spots Takehara Historical Preservation District, sunrise/sunset on Kurahashi Island, volcano 🚇Transportation Bus, train 🍜Must-Try Cuisine Kure-yaki (Okonomiyaki) 🏠Recommended Accommodation Seto Inland Sea Life

#0 yen trip The JR Kure Line runs along the Seto Inland Sea in Hiroshima Prefecture. It was once a military line that supported the naval port of Kure, but now it is a local line with trains running once every 1-2 hours. There is a section along the way that runs right next to the Seto Inland Sea, which is not to be missed. The location in the first photo is the closest to the sea between Akikozaki and Tadami. Tourist trains and other trains also run on the line. Along the line, there are Takehara and Tadami, the gateway to the rabbit island of Okunoshima, which are also used by tourists. Okunoshima was once a secret island that was not even on the map for the Japanese military because poison gas was produced there, so there was a time when the windows were covered when passing through areas where Okunoshima could be seen. Today, it is a peaceful line.

I went to Hiroshima's Okunoshima, commonly known as "Rabbit Island"! From the moment I arrived at the port, I was greeted by many rabbits and was soothed... They are so friendly and the way they hop around to you is just too cute! *Rabbit food is not sold on the island, so it's a must to prepare it beforehand! 📍Nagaya Cafe Rabbit Paradise If you stop by before going to the island, you can get food for free!! But this island actually had a history of producing poison gas during the war, and it was once a place that was erased from the map. Now there is a "Poison Gas Museum" that tells the history of that, and it was a deep experience that was more than just healing. A mysterious place where you can feel both cuteness and weight. #RabbitIsland #Okunoshima #HealingTrip #HistoricalIsland #RabbitParadise #0YenTrip #DomesticTrip #ConnectWithTravelLovers #Tourism

Okunoshima In recent years, it has become a famous tourist destination known as "Rabbit Island" due to the large number of wild rabbits.🐇🐰 However, this was originally a place where the former Japanese military conducted poison gas experiments, and it is also a "poison gas island" where ruins and documents remain...! To get to the island, you need to take a 15-minute ferry or boat ride. Wherever you go, there are rabbits everywhere, and they approach you without any caution, as if they think that you are feeding them.✨️ Some of them even let you pet them without any regard for food, and I thought it was a wonderful island where a relationship of trust has been formed with humans.🙌 There were some exhibits of historical materials that were very shocking, so if you are not good with them, please be careful.⚠️ #Spring0yenTrip #Hiroshima #HiroshimaTourism #Okunoshima #Rabbit

#Spring0yenTrip Takehara is a quiet town facing the Seto Inland Sea, and the area where the old streetscape remains was very attractive. In particular, the "Takehara Townscape Preservation District" is lined with old-fashioned houses and shops, and you can feel the history just by walking. As I walked through the town, the scenery that made me feel nostalgic spread out before me, and the old tiled roofs and white-walled houses were very beautiful, like a movie set. Takehara also has many spots where you can learn about the history of the area, such as "Aburaya" and the "Takehara Townscape Preservation Museum," and is full of things to see. Since it is located by the sea, the view of the Seto Inland Sea from the town is also wonderful, and it felt like time was passing slowly. Takehara was a place where you could spend a comfortable time while experiencing nature and history.