Nagasaki & Hiroshima: A Deep Dive into Japan’s Dark Past & Hidden Gems

Nagasaki & Hiroshima: A Deep Dive into Japan’s Dark Past & Hidden Gems

Join us as we explore Nagasaki, Hiroshima and the island of Miyajima… three places that carry history, beauty and a whole lot of unforgettable moments.

Our trip begins in Nagasaki, where we visited the Atomic Bomb Museum and the Hypocenter. Walking through the exhibits and standing at the very place where the bomb exploded left a deep impression on us.
Finding our accommodation turned out to be an adventure of its own… we couldn’t reach our host at all, but a sweet elderly neighbor helped us out. The house itself was incredible: huge rooms, traditional Japanese style and a balcony overlooking the entire bay. A real hidden gem.

We continued exploring Nagasaki’s viewpoints and historical spots before heading to Hiroshima. The city felt more touristy right away and gave us a taste of what the next destinations in Japan might be like. We visited the Peace Museum and the Peace Park, both powerful reminders of the past and symbols of the city’s resilience.

For our final day, we took the ferry to Miyajima Island… famous for its friendly (and sometimes greedy) deer, beautiful nature and spiritual atmosphere. Besides the iconic Itsukushima Shrine and its torii Gates the sea, we walked through the island’s quiet forest paths, checked out its many shrines and Temples. Miyajima’s scenery speaks for itself.

Thanks for travelling with us! See you in the next one!

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:36 Nagasaki Peace Museum
01:47 Our House in Nagasaki
05:49 Visiting Mt. Inasa
08:03 Hiroshima Peace Park
08:48 Daytrip to Miyajima

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