A Journey to Enjoy the Scenery of Takehara

A full lineup of exquisite items that showcase the charm of Takehara!
Takehara City is a town rich in nature facing the Seto Inland Sea, located in the south-central part of Hiroshima Prefecture.
"Michi-no-Eki Takehara" is located at the gateway to the "Townscape Preservation District," which retains its historical appearance. Situated in the center of the city, it sells Takehara's local specialties, sake, bamboo crafts, and more.
In addition, it is fully equipped with road and tourist information corners and a community exchange space ♪

When visiting the Townscape Preservation District, please use the free parking at "Michi-no-Eki Takehara."

An Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings with a calm, refined atmosphere
Takehara is known as the "Little Kyoto of Aki" due to its history of flourishing as a manor for Kyoto's Shimogamo Shrine during the Heian period.
The symbol of this history is the Townscape Preservation District, which has been designated as a national Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings for its serene atmosphere.
During the Edo period, when the area developed rapidly as a salt-producing region, its economic wealth supported the emergence of many brilliant scholars, including the Rai brothers (Shunsui, Shunfu, and Kyohei) and Rai Sanyo.
The stately houses born from the prosperity of the salt fields and merchant culture still convey the appearance of those days to this day.

A recommended lunch spot!
Located in the Townscape Preservation District, this shop is run by a long-established soy sauce brewery. Enjoy a gentle, fluffy taste in a space renovated from a soy sauce warehouse built over 200 years ago!

The best seat in Takehara, found only by those who climb up.
This Kannon-do hall stands on the high ground of Saiho-ji Temple and was built in imitation of Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto. It can be seen from anywhere in town and offers a panoramic view of the area. The stairs leading to Saiho-ji are a perfect photo spot often used in movies and commercials!

The Chinkaizan Castle Ruins, a city-designated historic site, is a mountain castle that tells the story of the Noshima Murakami Pirates, who controlled the seas during the Sengoku period and established a base in Takehara.
In 1585, Murakami Takeyoshi, the supreme commander of the Mishima Murakami Pirates, and his son Motoyoshi were driven from Noshima and moved to Takehara, the territory of Kobayakawa Takakage, where they built a castle on this mountain.
They used this site as a base for about six years until 1601, while continuing to fight in various regions.
The castle ruins are located on a small hill that once projected like a cape into a deep bay, with a structure of terraced enclosures centered around the main bailey at an altitude of 88.1 m.
Stone remains still exist in the main bailey, and it is said that Shiroyama Shrine was once enshrined here.
To the northwest, a Hokyointo pagoda for the castle lord Murakami Motoyoshi, who died in the Battle of Sekigahara, and Gorinto towers said to be graves of those killed in battle stand together, quietly telling the story of the turbulent Sengoku period.

A scenic spot to enjoy the Seto Inland Sea and the evening view!
A perfect spot to watch the sunset overlooking the Seto Inland Sea off the coast of Tadanoumi, which was the setting for the movie "Eden-no-Umi" (Sea of Eden) based on the novel by Kei Wakasugi.

Address: 3-chome Tadanoumi Nagahama, Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture 729-2315
Phone: 0846-22-4331

Cafe time while gazing at the Seto Inland Sea!
A cafe with a panoramic view of the Seto Inland Sea stretching out before you. Enjoy a relaxing space while dining on pizza, doria, or baked curry (summer only).