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Gobo to Itsukushima

Updated: March 14, 2024 09:00 PM
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Gobo to Itsukushima - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of Japan is Japanese. However, English is also widely spoken in tourist areas, such as Itsukushima.

Currency

The official currency of Japan is the Japanese Yen (JPY). You can exchange currency at banks, post offices, and currency exchange offices.

Distance

The distance from Gobo to Itsukushima is approximately 100 kilometers.

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Itsukushima from Gobo.

  • By train: The JR Hanwa Line runs from Gobo to Shin-Osaka Station. From Shin-Osaka Station, you can take the JR Sanyo Shinkansen Line to Hiroshima Station. From Hiroshima Station, you can take the JR Kure Line to Itsukushima Station.
  • By bus: There are direct buses from Gobo to Hiroshima Station. From Hiroshima Station, you can take the JR Kure Line to Itsukushima Station.
  • By car: It takes about 2 hours to drive from Gobo to Itsukushima.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Gobo to Itsukushima will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. However, you can expect to spend around 5,000 to 10,000 yen per person.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Itsukushima is during the spring (March-May) or autumn (September-November) when the weather is mild and the crowds are smaller.

What to Eat

There are many delicious foods to try in Itsukushima, such as:

  • Oysters
  • Anago (conger eel)
  • Momiji manju (maple leaf-shaped cakes)
  • Tako senbei (octopus crackers)

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in Itsukushima, such as:

  • Visiting Itsukushima Shrine
  • Walking along the O-Torii Gate
  • Exploring Daisho-in Temple
  • Hiking up Mount Misen
  • Shopping for souvenirs

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Gobo to Itsukushima.

  1. How long does it take to get from Gobo to Itsukushima?
  2. It takes about 2-3 hours to get from Gobo to Itsukushima by train or bus.

  3. How much does it cost to get from Gobo to Itsukushima?
  4. The cost of traveling from Gobo to Itsukushima will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. However, you can expect to spend around 5,000 to 10,000 yen per person.

  5. What is the best way to get from Gobo to Itsukushima?
  6. The best way to get from Gobo to Itsukushima is by train. The JR Hanwa Line runs from Gobo to Shin-Osaka Station. From Shin-Osaka Station, you can take the JR Sanyo Shinkansen Line to Hiroshima Station. From Hiroshima Station, you can take the JR Kure Line to Itsukushima Station.

  7. What are some things to do in Itsukushima?
  8. There are many things to see and do in Itsukushima, such as visiting Itsukushima Shrine, walking along the O-Torii Gate, exploring Daisho-in Temple, hiking up Mount Misen, and shopping for souvenirs.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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