Iwakuni is located in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. The city is best known for its Kintai Bridge, which is a five-arched wooden bridge that spans the Nishiki River. The bridge is designated as a National Treasure of Japan. Iwakuni is also home to the Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, which is the largest United States military installation in Japan.
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Most of the travelers visit the fabulous Kintai-Kyo Bridge and Iwakuni Castle. But there is much more to see in the nearby area. Visit the Iwakuni White Snake Museum, wander around the ponds, fountains, and temples. Watch the Nishiki River flowing towards the sea and eat soft ice cream, over 100 flavors available. Curry or squid perhaps? The area close to Iwakuni Station is like any Japanese city, full of chain stores. One place for a great burgers, the small Burger Cafe, a private burger joint with a superb menu and friendly service, located right next to the station.
Most of the travelers visit the fabulous Kintai-Kyo Bridge and Iwakuni Castle. But there is much more to see in the nearby area. Visit the Iwakuni White Snake Museum, wander around the ponds, fountains, and temples. Watch the Nishiki River flowing towards the sea and eat soft ice cream, over 100 flavors available. Curry or squid perhaps? The area close to Iwakuni Station is like any Japanese city, full of chain stores. One place for a great burgers, the small Burger Cafe, a private burger joint with a superb menu and friendly service, located right next to the station.
Most of the travelers visit the fabulous Kintai-Kyo Bridge and Iwakuni Castle. But there is much more to see in the nearby area. Visit the Iwakuni White Snake Museum, wander around the ponds, fountains, and temples. Watch the Nishiki River flowing towards the sea and eat soft ice cream, over 100 flavors available. Curry or squid perhaps? The area close to Iwakuni Station is like any Japanese city, full of chain stores. One place for a great burgers, the small Burger Cafe, a private burger joint with a superb menu and friendly service, located right next to the station.
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