Tomonoura

Tomonoura is a historic port town that has prospered since the Edo period. While strolling through the town, you can feel the atmosphere of that time. There are also many historic buildings such as the Former Sato Residence and the Tomonoura Catholic Church. In addition, old-fashioned fishing boats are anchored in the harbor, adding to the town's charm. This is a recommended spot for history enthusiasts.

Tomonoura has many restaurants where you can enjoy seafood such as grilled salted sea bream and sea bream rice. The dishes made with fresh local sea bream are exquisite. In particular, "Tomonoura's sea bream" is famous and loved by locals. It's recommended for those who want to enjoy seafood.

Tomonoura has hot spring inns such as Keisuitei and Hotel Seifuutei. Some of these inns have open-air baths overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, providing the ultimate relaxation time. Natural radium hot springs are also available, which are good for your health. It's recommended for those who want to enjoy a hot spring trip.

In Tomonoura, there are locations that served as the setting for the movie "Spirited Away". Places such as the bathhouse where Chihiro worked and the stairs in front of the bathhouse have been preserved as they were in the movie. For fans of the movie, it's recommended to take a tour of the movie's locations.

In the area around Tomonoura, there is a cycling road called "Shiomachi Kaido" where you can enjoy cycling while feeling the sea breeze along the coast. Along the way, there are historical buildings and beautiful scenery, allowing you to enjoy nature and history. It's recommended for those who love cycling.