Chugoku Road Trip Guide: Hiroshima to Tottori by Car
Plan a self drive through western Honshu from Hiroshima to Tottori, focusing on coastal roads, onsen towns and mountain detours where a car truly shines.
Chugoku
Chugoku is a scenic region in western Japan known for historic cities, coastal landscapes, mountain areas, islands, shrines, castles, and destinations such as Hiroshima, Okayama, Kurashiki, Miyajima, Tottori Sand Dunes, and the Seto Inland Sea.
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Best Places to Visit in Chugoku: How to Choose Your Base
A practical guide to choosing between Hiroshima, Miyajima, Okayama, Onomichi, Tottori, Matsue, Izumo, Hagi and Yamaguchi for your Chugoku itinerary.
Sanyo-San'in Area Pass Guide for Chugoku Rail Travel
How to use JR West’s Sanyo-San'in Area Pass across Chugoku, when it beats single tickets, and how it compares with Kansai-Hiroshima, Kansai-San'in, Setouchi and other passes.
Hiroshima vs Okayama: Best Base for a Chugoku Trip
Trying to choose between Hiroshima and Okayama as your base in western Japan? Compare costs, transport, nightlife, day trips and when it pays to split your stay.
Chugoku Itinerary Guide: Okayama to Izumo in 5–7 Days
Plan a flexible 5–7 day Chugoku itinerary linking Okayama, Kurashiki, Hiroshima, Miyajima, Tottori, Matsue and Izumo, with clear guidance on when trains or rental cars work best.