
Chugoku region (中国地方) is a region located in western Honshu, the largest island of Japan. The region consists of five prefectures: Hiroshima, Yamaguchi, Shimane, Tottori, and Okayama.
Chugoku means “central country” in Japanese and refers to the fact that the region is located between the Kansai region to the east and the Kyushu region to the west.
The Chugoku region has a rich history and culture, with several notable attractions such as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and the Itsukushima Shrine in Miyajima, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region is also famous for its cuisine, including Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki (a savory pancake), Izumo soba (buckwheat noodles), and oysters from Hiroshima Bay.
Destinations in Chugoku

Hiroshima Prefecture
Hiroshima Prefecture (広島県) is a prefecture located in the Chugoku region of Honshu, the main island of Japan. It is situated to the east of Yamaguchi Pref...

Okayama Prefecture
Okayama Prefecture (岡山県) is a prefecture located in the Chugoku region of Honshu, the main island of Japan. It is situated to the east of Hiroshima Prefec...

Tottori Prefecture
Tottori Prefecture (鳥取県) is a prefecture located in the Chugoku region of Honshu, the main island of Japan. It is situated to the east of Shimane Prefectu...

Yamaguchi Prefecture
Yamaguchi Prefecture (山口県) is a prefecture located in the Chugoku region of Honshu, the main island of Japan. It is situated to the west of Hiroshima Pref...

Shimane Prefecture
Shimane Prefecture (島根県) is a prefecture located in the Chugoku region of Honshu, the main island of Japan. It is situated to the east of Yamaguchi Prefec...
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Links and Resources
Chugoku Region Tourism Guide | https://www.into-you.jp/ |