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Tomonoura
鞆の浦Hiroshima · Chugoku
An Edo-era harbour town on the Inland Sea where stone lighthouses, sake breweries, and Hayao Miyazaki's Ponyo coastline converge. Tides shift fast in the bay — locals still navigate by them.
- Best season
- Year-round
- Crowd level
- Hidden gem
- Opening hours
- Seasonal — see below
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Note
- Town always accessible; museums 9:00–17:00
Travel tipJR Sanyo Line to Fukuyama, then 30 min bus.
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