Japan

Hiroshima is famous for having access to both the mountains and the ocean. As a result of this prime location, the city has bountiful food, sights, and attractions that reflect these aspects.  Miyajima Aquarium is a prime example of such a sight and emphasizes the region’s connection to the ocean, particularly the Seto Inland Sea. Recently I visited and was impressed with the many beautiful underwater exhibits and creatures. As for the food, although you can buy food there, most are mainly interested in the delectability of the animals on display. I witnessed lines of people around me exclaiming, “Oh delicious!” every time they looked at one of the exhibits. I must admit it was slightly unnerving, but I did find myself taking some time to appreciate this new way of enjoying the aquarium and even found myself agreeing at times. As mentioned earlier, Miyajima Aquarium’s big selling point is that it’s one of the only aquariums focusing on the Seto Inland Sea. As it’s right on the doorstep, many of the creatures genuinely are in their natural habitat. It’s an excellent place to visit if you have children to entertain, and the larger tanks have seating areas where parents…