Marugame Udon

• ¥
• Eats

Marugame is known for its fresh noodles, quick service, and cheap price points.

Kaen

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• Eats

Kaen is a Chinese restaurant that serves heaping portions of delicious food at affordable prices.

Chikara Sushi

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• Eats

Traditional Japanese Sushi diner in Yuu

Mottimo Pasta

• ¥¥
• Eats

A Himeji-based pasta chain located in Fresta Mall

Huuka

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• Bars

Huuka offers a variety of western plates as well as a Japanese twist on a number of steak and chicken dishes.

Sakaki Hachimangu

• Sights

Gorgeous shrine grounds tucked away in the forest.

Off Base Fishing

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• Activities

License-free fishing is a popular activity off-base.

Kobutaya

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• Eats

One of Iwakuni’s most frequented ramen shops.

Yamaguchi Flea Market

• ¥
• Activities

Busy market featuring a wide variety of wares. Near an art Museum.

Big Bear Ramen

• ¥
• Eats

Cash only ramen spot with top notch dishes.

Ramen Icchoutei

• ¥
• Eats

A pork-based ramen shop in Kuga

Coffee & Snack IKOI

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• Bars

Classy shot and coffee bar located in downtown Iwakuni

Yamabiko Ramen

• ¥
• Eats

Saku

• Eats

A small Japanese fine cuisine restaurant located downtown.

King Steakhouse

• ¥¥
• Eats

A steak restaurant located just off of Route 2

Kouru

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• Eats

A throwback to a more traditional Japanese soba restaurant.

Rakan Sky Park

• ¥
• Activities

Rakan Sky Park is an outdoor facility located in Hongomachi Hondani and is about an hour and 10 minute drive from MCAS Iwakuni.

Pizzeria Da Hachi

• ¥¥
• Eats

A beautiful restaurant that specializes in traditional Italian Style Pizza.

Kiyo

• ¥¥
• Eats

Seasonal menus and high quality traditional food.

Cusco Cafe

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• Eats

A Spanish-style-focused restaurant that offers a wide range of dishes

Iwakuni Castle

• ¥
• Sights

Beautiful castle with a view of the Kintai Bridge

RaiRaiTei Ramen

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• Eats

A Shiga-based ramen chain that is a popular shop for local residents in the town.

Grand Chief

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• Eats

A burger joint with unique options near downtown Iwakuni

Re:Seto

• ¥¥
• Cafe

A place to do exactly as the name suggests - reset your mind, body, and stomach.

(Tonbo) Dragonfly

• ¥
• Activities

A second hand store selling a mix of goods.

Kourin

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• Eats

A great bang-for-your-buck Chinese restaurant

Jyokamachi / Nishi-Iwakuni

• Sights

Old downtown Iwakuni with traditional Japanese architecture

Hakataya Ramen

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• Eats

Hakataya is a Hiroshima-based chain that is known for its Nagahama style ramen, a subgroup of the Tonkotsu flavor or Pork flavor ramen.

Yoshida Shinkan

• ¥¥
• Eats

A traditional Japanese restaurant that specializes in local Iwakuni dishes.

Shoin Jinjya

• Sights

A popular destination featuring rich history, museums.

Akama-Jingu

• Sights

Historical shrine with a photogenic appeal.

Carp Yuu

• ¥
• Activities

The home and the practice facility for the Hiroshima Carp farm team.

Mikawa Mu Valley

• ¥
• Activities

Scavenger hunts, cave exploring and more!

Kikko Park

• Sights

Intriguing park with rich history and fun shops.

Takamori-Jyo

• ¥
• Activities

Historic battlefield with a castle and hike.

Kameya Fishing Shop

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• Activities

A major fishing shop just southwest of Iwakuni.

Yuu Onsen

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• Activities

Soak in traditional Japanese hot springs!

Domino’s

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• Eats

Domino’s in Japan isn’t a carbon copy of your typical Domino’s in the United States.

Ganesh

• ¥¥
• Eats

One of the most popular Indian restaurants in Iwakuni, Ganesh has become a household name to the local community.

Soniya

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• Eats

A Nepalese Curry restaurant located near four corners

Iwakuni Shokudou

• Eats

Home cooked Japanese food near train station.

Shirohebi Shrine

• Sights

Shrine grounds located on top of a hill in Iwakuni.

Karaoke Croquette 倶楽部

• ¥¥¥
• Nightlife

Kareoke done the Iwakuni way!

Sanzoku (Chicken Shack)

• ¥¥
• Eats

The menu spans a wide variety of traditional Japanese foods and delicacies.

Mameka ?

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• Cafe

A lush and chique cafe that is known for their fresh dishes and ever-changing menu.

Fujiman

• ¥¥¥
• Eats

A great setting to enjoy a true traditional Japanese style meal.

Ozu Golf Center

• ¥¥
• Activities

A convenient driving range located between Monzen and Atago Hills

Katsu-An

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• Eats

Katsu-An is a fast-food tonkatsu joint located near JR Iwakuni Station

Kaishou

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• Eats

Kaishou is a sashimi and sushi lover’s quick one stop shop.

Kaito Sushi

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• Eats

Located just outside the Monzen Gate, Kaito Minami is known for it’s conveyor belt style sushi assortment.

Yakitori Osakaya

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• Eats

A no-nonsense traditional Yakitori joint located in downtown Iwakuni

18 Store

• ¥
• Cafe

A stylish cafe located near the Monzen Gate.

Iwakuni Kanko Hotel Onsen

• Activities

Soak in the hot springs while overlooking the Kintai Bridge!

Hofu Tenmangu

• ¥
• Sights

A Shinto Shrine built on top of a hill in Hofu city.

Shogan-in Garden

• ¥
• Activities

Wonderful garden with a variety of styles.

Asia Port Festival

• Events

Awesome fireworks festival at a port.

Katsufuku

• ¥
• Eats

Simply put, a Tonkatsu-lovers dream establishment.

Asao Candy Shop

• ¥
• Activities

A traditional family-owned Japanese candy shop.

Ikoi #1

• Nightlife

Shisen Hanten

• ¥¥
• Eats

An amazing Chinese restaurant located inside the Iwakuni Kanko Hotel that specializes in Szechuan style Chinese cuisine.

Kuishinbou

• ¥¥
• Eats

This restaurant serves Japanese style western food using local grown ingredients.

Iwakuni Coffee

• ¥
• Cafe

Perfect for coffee on the go or for a meeting spot at the station.

Otafuku

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• Eats

A traditional Okonomiyaki shop that does a few variations of the Japanese dish Okonomiyaki.

Kasado Island Hiking Course

• ¥
• Activities

About a 20-minute drive from Tokuyama Higashi IC, Kasado Island Hiking Course offers a variety of sight seeing and recreation.

Rurikoji

• ¥
• Sights

Beautiful temple grounds featuring a tall pagoda.

Amusement House K’s

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• Activities

A long-standing arcade in downtown Iwakuni.

Tully’s Coffee

• ¥
• Cafe

Great coffee that's a staple of Iwakuni.

Chuuka-En

• ¥
• Eats

A Chinese restaurant located in Kuga

Devi’s

• ¥¥
• Eats

An Indian restaurant immensely popular in Iwakuni

Shinou

• ¥
• Eats

A Taiwanese-restaurant that specializes in Taiwanese/Chinese cuisine

Sako’s

• ¥
• Eats

One of the best BLT’s you’re bound to come across in your lifetime.

Suehiro (Downtown)

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• Eats

A small Japanese fine cuisine restaurant located downtown.

Koshoji-Mountain Green Park

• ¥
• Activities

Conservation forest located at Rokuyoshi, Iwakuni about a 45 minute drive from MCAS Iwakuni.

Tecchan

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• Eats

Tecchan is a fast-paced tempura chain restaurant that recently opened.

Uno Chiyo Birth House

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• Historical

Birth House of famous Japanese creator.

Suehiro (Hashirano)

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• Eats

A small Japanese fine cuisine restaurant located downtown.

Iwakuni Coffee

Srijana

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• Eats

An authentic Indian restaurant located in downtown Iwakuni

Kurazushi

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• Eats

The sushi restaurant offers hundreds of different sushi options and side dishes.

Hamazushi

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• Eats

Hot plates and side dishes such as ramen, udon, or even fried chicken.

Momijidani Park

• ¥
• Activities

Beautiful temple grounds in Maple Valley.

Ikimihachimangu

• Sights

A cozy shrine set in a beautiful outdoor location.

Shiinoo Hachimangu Shrine

• Sights

Shiino Hachimangu Shrine rests atop a large hill located close to the Kintai Bridge.

BVRES

• ¥¥
• Bars

A classy bar located in downtown Iwakuni

Orange Base

• ¥¥
• Eats

A Hawaiian-Japanese fusion restaurant.

Osaka Ohsho

• ¥¥
• Eats

Established in 1969 as a gyoza specialist (Chinese style dumpling), the shop grew in popularity in Japan for its casual ambiance and irresistible dumplings.

Kaisugi Ramen

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• Eats

Kaisugi is a fantastic spot to hit up after a night of drinking or late karaoke sessions.

Atago Sports Complex

• ¥
• Activities

An all-inclusive sports complex located in Atago.

Yanai Go-Kart

• ¥¥
• Activities

Enjoy a session on Go-Karts with friends and family.

Kirarahama Prefectural Nature Observatio

• Activities

A beach in Yamaguchi Expo-Memorial Park

Fresta CAZL Mall

• Activities

Large shopping center with groceries, clothing and restaurants.

Temple Cafe

• ¥¥
• Cafe

A very well thought out and designed cafe spot that specializes in tea.

Jam’s Cafe

• ¥¥
• Cafe

A cafe/shop that specializes in hundreds of flavors of jams and spreads.

Motonosumi Shrine

• Sights

Breathtaking coastal shrine featuring 120+ torii gates.

Chicago Pizza

• ¥¥
• Eats

A delivery and pick-up Pizza joint near downtown Iwakuni

Yanai Historical Town

• ¥
• Activities

A traditional style town located just southwest of Iwakuni

Power Beach: Paradise Cove & Diner

• ¥
• Cafe

An island Cove and Diner that specializes in Hawaiian Foods, Drinks and Desserts

Kurazushi

• ¥

High-tech sushi chain located across Japan.

Ikoi #2

• Nightlife

A Japanese “shot bar” type bar.