Iwakuni 岩国市 is very closed to Hiroshima and very easy road for moto riders with no important curves.
But, once you arrive to the city you could explore beautiful rural areas , perfect for a relaxed trip.
in the video you could see the Kintai Bridge (Kintai-kyō), and I think, the city’s most popular sightseeing spot. The Kintai Bridge spans the Nishiki River and was first constructed in 1673 by Hiroyoshi Kikkawa. The bridge stood until September 14, 1950 when it was destroyed by the typhoon “Kijiya”.[20] The bridge began being rebuilt only a week later and was completed in 1953. It was a recreation of the original and was built using traditional techniques. Since the first reconstruction, the Kintai Bridge has undergone some renovation. BTW, you need to pay to cross the bridge walking.
Located on the other side of the Kintai Bridge, I went to Kikko park. This area used to be the residence of the Kikkawa family.[22] The park has a big fountain and contains numerous shops as well as a variety of flowers. Kikko Park is also home to a sanctuary for white snakes. These snakes are found only in Iwakuni, and have been designated as special national treasures by the Japanese government. The white snake is a symbol of Benten, the Japanese goddess of wealth. The white snake is considered a sign of good luck in Japan. Many people come to pray to the snakes so that they might be successful in their businesses
From the ropeway you could see the castle and arrive to the mechanical clock.