March 25:
On the morning of Tuesday, March 25, we left our hotel in Osaka. Taking the metro was a bit tiring, but we finally boarded the bullet train—my favorite ride, without a doubt!
When we arrived in Hiroshima, the difference was immediately noticeable. It felt much more peaceful than Osaka, Kyoto, and Tokyo—not crowded at all, which was a huge plus! After dropping off our luggage at the hotel, we headed to the train for our next journey. It was a long trip, but the stunning views made it so enjoyable.
Our plan was to take the ferry to Miyajima Island to visit the famous Itsukushima Shrine, which stands beautifully on the water. The sight was absolutely breathtaking! While exploring, we did some shopping—I remember buying a sword and chopsticks. (Don’t worry, the sword was fake!)
We also ate at a restaurant on the island, though I can’t recall its name. I had pork cutlets, and they were delicious! It was an incredible way to kick off our first day in Hiroshima.
-Wendy
