Onomichi, Japan: 6 stops from Senkoji Temple to Cat Alley
Explore Onomichi, Japan across a 33.2 km route featuring the city's famous temples, including Senkoji Temple and the Onomichi Art Museum. Visit the LOG Hotel, Cat Alley, local cafes, and the Seto Inland Sea Viewpoint while discovering why this Hiroshima seaside town is known for its 25 temples, cats, and charming retro atmosphere.
- Distance
- 33.2 km
- Mode
- route
- Start
- Senkoji Temple
- End
- Seto Inland Sea Viewpoint
- Stops
- 4
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Senkoji Temple — Major temple attraction; weekend tourist destination
- Onomichi Station — Train arrival point; gateway to the seaside town
- Onomichi Art Museum — Art museum visit on Saturday itinerary
- Seto Inland Sea Viewpoint — Scenic coastal landmark visible during tour
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- Take the Shinkansen to Fukuyama Station, then switch to a local train for about 20 minutes to reach Onomichi Station.
- Where to stay
- The LOG hotel is located on a hill with many stairs to reach it. Pack light luggage or consider taking a cab from the station.
- Where to stay
- Windows at LOG hotel are not soundproof, so expect some noise from outside.
- Where to stay
- LOG hotel Standard Room has no desk in the room but offers a library and common areas for work or relaxation.
- Food
- Try Onomichi ramen with a clear broth made from chicken and fish—it's a local specialty.
- Tip
- Rent a bike to explore the town and visit temples. Multiple bike rental shops are available.
- Tip
- There are 25 temples in Onomichi with different themed walking routes available. The most famous temple is 100m from LOG hotel or accessible by cable car.
- Timing
- Visit early morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds at temples and popular cafes.
- Tip
- Explore Cat Alley (Neko no Hosomichi) and winding back roads where you'll frequently encounter cats throughout the town.
- Food
- Visit the pudding shop near the train station with retro jars and flavors. Pour lemon juice from a fish-shaped bottle onto your pudding.
- Tip
- The Onomichi City Museum of Art features seasonal exhibitions and is designed by architect Tadao Ando with views of the sea.
- Timing
- Visit Onomichi outside peak seasons to experience fewer crowds compared to Kyoto and other popular destinations.
Video on this route
a weekend in onomichi | a seaside ghibli town with 25 temples, cats and cafes