Things to Do in Onomichi

A 2km pedestrian course linking 25 historic temples along winding hillside alleys. Includes Jodoji and Saikokuji, with stone lanterns and mossy graves.

🕐 Temple grounds open dawn to dusk; some halls close 16:00

💡 Start at Jodoji for the easiest route downhill. Carry ¥100 coins for incense or small offerings at each temple if you want to participate.

A narrow sloping alley near the temples, lined with cat-themed art, stray cats, and ceramics. Connects to the main temple walk route.

🕐 24 hours (alley); shops open 10:00–17:00

💡 Visit late afternoon when cats gather for feeding by locals — you’ll see up to a dozen. Don’t bring your own food; buy cat treats from the single shop.

A small Shinto shrine at the base of the hill with a unique stone torii gate and a calm atmosphere. Known locally for good luck charms.

🕐 24 hours (grounds); main hall open daylight hours

💡 The 'cow-tiger' symbol here is unique — snap a photo of the carved ox and tiger for a quirky souvenir. Free omamori charms are sometimes left at the donation box.

Hilltop park with panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea, accessed by ropeway or a steep walk. Home to a small zoo and seasonal flowers.

🕐 24 hours (park); ropeway runs 9:00–17:00

💡 Skip the ropeway fee by walking the 1km trail from Senkoji Temple — takes 20 minutes and passes mossy stone paths.

Modern art museum inside Senkoji Park, featuring rotating exhibits of regional and Japanese artists. Grounds offer sculpture installations and sea views.

🕐 9:00–17:00 (closed Mondays)

💡 Free entry only for the permanent collection and grounds; special exhibitions cost ¥300. Go on the last Wednesday of the month when both are free.