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Hiroshima and Miyajima Posted by on Feb 23, 2017

The city of Hiroshima (広島) has the tragic distinction of being the first ever target of an atomic bomb. Most of the city was destroyed, and the death toll eventually reached over 140,000. These days, Hiroshima is a modern, cosmopolitan city with a population of just over 2 million in the metro area. On a…

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A Glimpse of Hiroshima Posted by on Jan 27, 2017

There is a lot to do and see in Hiroshima. If you’re just passing through, it’s hard to see it all. Visits to the Peace Memorial Museum, Peace Memorial Park, and Atomic Bomb Dome are encouraged. Try out okonomiyaki, a savory layered pancake that’s the local specialty dish.

Japanese Food: Regional Specialty Posted by on Dec 15, 2008

Welcome to the second post of kyoodo ryoori (郷土料理).  The kyoodo ryoori (郷土料理) post is a montly run post where we visit a region and the special food that region is known for.  Today, we’re gonna to check out the Kansai (関西) region. The Kansai (関西) region contains a host of famous cities like Osaka…

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