What to know
Omori Town (大森, Ōmori) stretches 1.5 kilometers along a river valley north of the mines, lined with houses, shops, temples, and shrines. It once housed magistrates, merchants, and craftsmen who prospered from the nearby silver mines.
Today, many historic sites remain among the homes of current residents, including the residences of wealthy families. Some well-preserved homes are open as museums. Beyond museums and religious sites, the narrow streets and charming old buildings give Omori a centuries-old atmosphere, perfect for exploration.
The central bus stop, Omori Daikansho (Omori Former Government Office), is served by all buses, connecting along Omori Town and to the parking lot at the World Heritage Center (1-3 buses per hour), Oda-shi Station (hourly), Nima Station (every 3 hours), and Hiroshima (2 buses per day).
Omori Town is also reachable on foot from the parking lot: a 20-30 minute walk to the southern end near Gohyaku Rakan via a nature trail shortcut, plus an additional 15-20 minutes (without stops) to the northern end near the Former Government Office.
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Visitor information
Practical details to check before planning this stop.
- Hours
- 9:30 to 17:00
- Closed
- Tuesday (or next day if Tuesday is a holiday), Dec 29 to Jan 4
- Admission
- 600 yen (~$3.84)
- English name
- Original name
- Omori Town
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