The Backpack Adventures

5 Things to Do in Ujina Island Ujina ( 宇品島 ) is a small island that is part of the Minami Ward of Hiroshima City in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan . It is connected to the mainland by the Akatsuki Bridge. The kanji used for its name u ( 宇 ) means eaves, roof, house, and heaven, and shina ( 品 ) means goods.  For those planning to visit the island to check what it has to offer, here are the 5 Things to Do in Ujina Island : Earth Museum Motoujina 1. Learn about the different geological features of the island while strolling at its southern tip. You will see several wooden “information poles” installed by the Earth Museum Motoujina . It is both in Japanese and English.  Motoujina Beach 2. Relax and spend some quiet time at Motoujina Beach ( 鉢ヶ谷の浜 ). Aside from the beautiful scenery enjoy listening to the sound of the waves as it gently kisses the sand of the beach.  Motoujina Park 3. Stroll around Motoujina Park ( 元宇品公園 ). You may choose to follow the beach path the inl...

Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima ( グランドプリンスホテル広島 ) is a beautiful 4-star hotel known for its great view of the Seto Inland Sea. It is located at 23-1 Motoujinamachi, Minami Ward, Hiroshima City in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan . Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima details Constructed in 1994, the Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima stands tall with 23 floors, boasting 510 guest rooms, each offering picturesque views of the Seto Inland Sea . Situated amidst renowned destinations like Hiroshima Bay, guests can easily access popular tourist spots such as Miyajima and Etajima via high-speed boat from the pier adjacent to the hotel. Speaking of rooms, you can check out the different rooms of the hotel here 👉 LINK 👈. Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima - Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture Within the premises, guests are treated to a plethora of amenities including a game room, health spa, children’s pool, and outdoor pools. Culinary delights await within the hotel, with options r...

10 Things to Do in Kurashiki City Kurashiki ( 倉敷市 ) is a city in the Okayama Prefecture, Japan . Kurashiki City was founded in 1928 during the early Showa period. It became a core city ( 中核市 ) in 2002. The kanji used for its name kura ( 倉 ) means storehouse and shiki ( 敷 ) means floor.  For those planning to visit the city to check what it has to offer, here are the 10 Things to Do in Kurashiki City: Kurashiki City manhole covers 1. Take a picture of the manhole covers of Kurashiki City . So far, I have seen 4 unique manhole covers. It is common around the city. I have seen them all in the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter.   Kurashiki Pokemon manhole covers 2. Take a picture of the Kurashiki Pokemon manhole covers . There are 3 of them are installed in different parts of the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter. While the 4th featuring Lucario is installed near Washuzan 2nd Observation Deck. Momotaro’s Karakuri Museum 3. Check out the Momotaro’s Karakuri Museum ( 桃太郎のか...